Agriculture (AGR) at Mountain Empire Community College
- AGR 195 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.1-5 credits
- AGR 205 - Soil Fertility and Management
- Studies the factors influencing soil productivity with emphasis upon fertilizer materials from production to application. Discusses time, sources, and soil acidity. Presents soil testing techniques, interpretation of soil tests, and the addition of nutrients to correct or prevent deficiencies.Lecture 2 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4 hours per week.3 credits
- AGR 208 - Insect Control
- Examines principles and current trends in insect control. Studies biology and identification of economically important insects and related pests. & Lecture 3 hours. Laboratory 3 hours. Total 6 hours per week. & AGR 215 ANIMAL NUTRITION (2 CR.) Emphasizes the principles of nutrition and feeding practices for small and large animal species.Lecture 2-3 hours. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 4-5 hours per week.3-4 credits
- AGR 295 - Topics In
- Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students.May be used also for special honors courses. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.1-5 credits