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1. The Brazilian horticultural agronomist between gardening and landscaping

Author:
C. Petry; L. Dallagnese; M. E. Ventura; N. B. U. Garcia; M. Valiati; R. Geiser
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 231-238
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
agribusiness; agronomists; agronomy; ecophysiology; employment; exports; floriculture; flowers; gardening; gardens; income; landscaping; markets; medicinal plants; occupational therapy; occupations; planting; quality of life; seedling production; trees; urban areas; urban horticulture; vegetable growing; Brazil
Abstract:
... In Brazil, which professional is responsible for the implementation of urban horticultural projects? Given the fact of recent courses in horticulture and the non-existence of the landscaping profession, the aim of this study is to emphasize the importance of the profession of agronomist over the last century in urban plant production for increasing the quality of life, even though in the last 50 y ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.30

2. Horticulture in the 21st century – the need for an educated workforce

Author:
J. E. Pratley
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 59-68
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
education; environmental management; horticulture; horticulturists; human resources; industry; labor force; Australia
Abstract:
... The challenge of feeding the world is well known. The challenge increases significantly if population projections of 9.3 billion by 2050 are realised. Horticulture, therefore, must play its part and there are great opportunities for the industry. Taking advantage of such opportunities however will require significant increases in productivity, uptake of technology and environmental management at l ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.07

3. Introducing landscape design techniques to horticulture students

Author:
A. Hunter; M. Forrest; C. Elliott-Kingston; L. Murphy
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 119-126
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
gardening; gardens; landscaping; peers; planting; students; surveys; vegetation
Abstract:
... Students majoring in Horticulture Landscape and Sportsturf Management take an introductory module in Landscape Design. During a seven week period through a series of lectures, studio based graphic and design exercises and site visits students are introduced to landscape design principles. Following an introduction to garden history each student prepares a precedent study based on the work of an in ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.15

4. Revitalizing strawberry production in Arkansas and the surrounding region via extended season production systems

Author:
M. E. Garcia; M. R. Evans; D. A. Dickey; S. D. Frey; M. McGovern; D. T. Johnson; H. G. Rodriguez; K. E. Gibson
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 115-118
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
Fragaria ananassa; autumn; best management practices; cultivars; extension agents; farm labor; growers; industry; new variety; organic foods; outreach; pests; production technology; spring; strawberries; technology transfer; winter; Arkansas
Abstract:
... Great potential exists to revitalize strawberry (Fragaria × ananassa) production in Arkansas and the surrounding region by empowering local growers and attracting new growers with affordable technologies, modern cultivars, and sustainable growing practices. Through demonstrations and technology-transfer outreach, this project works towards the development of an economically and environmentally sus ...

5. Traditional medicine partnerships – fostering two way exchange of knowledge, skills and capacity strengthening

Author:
J. F. Jamie; S. R. Vemulpad; M. Kichu; U. Kuzhiumparambil; R. Velmurugan
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 21-30
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
bioactive compounds; bioassays; case studies; developing countries; drugs; elderly; flora; health services; indigenous peoples; medicinal properties; physicians; traditional medicine; India; New South Wales
Abstract:
... Traditional medicinal knowledge possessed by Indigenous people is a significant resource, as exemplified by traditional medicines being the primary healthcare for ~80% of people in developing countries and their study being a successful drug discovery avenue. The Indigenous Bioresources Research Group of Macquarie University, Sydney, Australia, work in collaborative partnership with Indigenous peo ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.3

6. A glimpse of GLMMIX (with a peek at R) for use in horticultural research

Author:
E. T. Paparozzi; W. W. Stroup
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 249-268
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
analysis of variance; greenhouses; horticulture; strawberries
Abstract:
... Statistics, like horticulture, is a science that is evolving. The purpose of this workshop was to introduce the latest methodology for design and analysis of blocked experiments. ANOVA, when applied to non-normal - more properly called non-Gaussian - data common in horticultural research, is not recommended as it produces inaccurate mean estimates and unreliable hypothesis test results. Generalize ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.32

7. Career development in horticulture – an Australian perspective

Author:
D. E. Aldous; J. E. Pratley
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 193-198
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
business enterprises; education; food production; horticulture; horticulturists; humans; manufacturing; sales; supply chain; vegetables
Abstract:
... Horticulture is defined as the science, technology, business and management of intensive plant cultivation for human use. Three categories of career have emerged in recent years - that of food production horticulture, amenity/environmental horti­culture, and the associated support and service sector operating within individual supply chains. Food production careers incorporate those businesses inv ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.25

8. Empowering women who manage horticultural businesses in New Jersey and Turkey

Author:
R. G. Brumfield; J. Carleo; S. J. Komar; J. Matthews; M. Melendez; R. Mickel; B. O'Neill; N. Polanin; B. Ozkan
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 89-96
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
Citrus; agricultural industry; business management; business planning; computer literacy; crops; education programs; farm management; farmers; farms; greenhouses; horticulture; orchards; vegetables; wages and remuneration; women; New Jersey; Turkey (country)
Abstract:
... The mission of two Rutgers University led farm management education programs for women is to empower women who own horticultural businesses by providing business management training with a focus on developing a business plan throughout the training. Annie's Project New Jersey is based on a nationally-acclaimed educational program dedicated to strengthening women's roles in the ever-evolving agricu ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.11

9. The Growing Growers Farmer Education program

Author:
C. L. Rivard; M. J. Fusselman; M. A. Bates; K. M. Nixon
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 219-226
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
business management; education programs; extension education; farms; grocery stores; growers; growing season; industry; job training; local food systems; mentoring; planning; soil management; specialty crops; vegetables; Kansas; Missouri
Abstract:
... Like many areas across the US, Kansas City has a strong need to develop new vegetable and specialty crop farmers as well as provide education for existing ones. The Growing Growers Farmer Education program was established to address this need and to train these new farmers on effective growing practices. As a collaboration between K-State Research and Extension, University of Missouri Research and ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.28

10. Teaching and assessment strategies for active student learning in university horticultural education

Author:
A. Hunter; C. Elliott-Kingston
Source:
Acta horticulturae 2016 v. no.1126 pp. 127-134
ISSN:
0567-7572
Subject:
accountability; education; horticulture; learning; plant propagation; students; teachers
Abstract:
... Many of the goals of the university teacher today are to enthuse, drive and challenge students academically, intellectually and personally; to advance their capacity for critical thinking, judgement and communication; and to equip them with sufficient scientific and technical knowledge to make them competent horticultural practitioners. Given that most programme modules are delivered by lectures, ...
DOI:
10.17660/ActaHortic.2016.1126.16