Synopses & Reviews
This revised text provides a comprehensive introduction to the fascinating world of plant science. From the basic requirements for plant growth, to genetic engineering and biotechnology, this easy- to- understand book is ideal for the high school level agriscience curriculum or college freshman level plant science course. Students will learn about the origins of cultivated plants, structure and anatomy, photosynthesis, respiration, propagation, production of major agronomic crops, and more.
Synopsis
All you need to know to attain a working knowledge of the world of plant science is contained in this hands-on text. Comprehensive chapters span the basics of plant origins to genetic engineering and provide a well-rounded introduction to plant science and agronomy. And, unlike other resources, this book provides an informative review of the skills and education necessary for and the career paths available to users interested in working in the plant science industry.
About the Author
Ph.D. in Animal Physiology from Iowa State University; and was a college instructor/professor for 30 years. He is a member of the North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture (NACTA; formerly National Association of Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture); served as State Coordinator and held offices of Western Regional Director (1990-94); Vice President (1995-96); President (1996-97); Secretary-Treasurer (1999-02). Dr. Parker served on the editorial review board for teaching section (1994-97). He also served on the American Society of Animal Science, and was appointed to Idaho Food Quality Assurance Institute (July 1, 2000 to July 1, 2004) by Governor Dirk Kempthorne. He is an Active member of Washington and Idaho Project 2020 Partnership, funded by the Kellogg Foundation (1997 to 2003), and of the AgrowKnowledge National Science Foundation grant involving 15 community college partners from across the United States (2000 to 2006). Dr. Parker is a current Member of the National Agricultural Councils 10 x 15 Committee for quality high school agricultural programs (2006, and a current Board member for National Council for Agricultural Education (2006)
Table of Contents
Chapter 1: The Plant Kingdom. Chapter 2: Origins of Cultivated Plants. Chapter 3: Anatomy of Plants, Soils, Water, Nutrients, Biological Interactions, Photosynthesis, Respiration. Chapter 4: Basics of Plant Growth. Chapter 5: Vegetative Growth. Chapter 6: Plant Propagation. Chapter 7: Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology. Chapter 8: Major Agronomic Crops, Cereal Grains, Forage Grasses and Oil Seeds. Chapter 9: Food Legumes and Forage Legumes, Vegetables, Small Fruits, Fruit and Nut Production. Chapter 10: Sod Production. Chapter 11: Careers in Plant Sciences and Horticulture. Glossary. Appendix.