Instructor(s)

Greg Welbaum
Professor, Horticulture
Phone: (540) 231-5801
E-mail: welbaum@vt.edu

Description

A comprehensive study of major and minor vegetable crops of Virginia, the U.S., and world in relation to production practices, crop development, nutritional value, and quality characteristics.

Prerequisites and Co-requisites

Two semesters of college biology and one course each in botany and genetics or equivalent exposure.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of the course students will be able to:

1. Identify and classify major vegetable crops.
2. Understand the environmental and cultural requirements for vegetable production.
3. Know where vegetables are grown in North America and Virginia.
4. Understand the economic importance of vegetables.
5. Be familiar with vegetable consumption trends.
6. Understand quality attributes and the nutritional value of vegetables.
7. Know the best conditions for post-harvest handling of vegetables.
8. Understand the origin and history of vegetables.