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| | Massey University - Bachelor of Applied Science (Horticulture) - Introductory information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-04) |
 | | The programme core consists of a suite of horticultural papers that develop an understanding of the close relationship between humankind, plants and the environment, with particular emphasis on underlying biological principles that govern plant growth, development, maturation and senescence. |
 | | Underpinning plant science and horticulture papers is a range of subjects that provide a basic understanding of applied science, analytical methods, communication, innovative technologies and agribusiness as they apply to horticulture. |
 | | In addition there is a requirement for papers in soils, pest, disease and weed management, horticultural business management and systems, and horticultural engineering, as well as a 30 week period of work experience in the horticultural industry. |
| study.massey.ac.nz /major.asp?major_code=2260&prog_code=93013 (692 words) |
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