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AG 527 - Green Technologies On The Farm


Implementing Eco-Innovations for Sustainability
Credits: 4
Prerequisites: Academic Background Required: 60 undergraduate credits completed
Delivery mode: Online
A review of green technologies that enhance environmental sustainability in farming. Topics include revolutionary renewable energy solutions like solar and wind power, precision agriculture techniques utilizing GPS and sensor-based monitoring, and water conservation through smart irrigation and rainwater harvesting. The course also examines methods of transforming organic waste via composting and anaerobic digestion, sustainable pest management, and practices for space-restricted environments. Students assess the benefits and challenges of adopting these technologies, understanding their potential economic and social impacts on the farming community. By course end, students appreciate how green technologies drive more sustainable farming practices vital for the future of agriculture and our planet.



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