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Agronomy Studies at UConn

Agronomy, in the Department of Plant Science, is the study of soils and land use as well as the production and management of turf and field crops. A thorough knowledge of the relationship between soils and the growth of plants is the basis for environmentally sound practices and efficient land use.

There are three concentration choices:

The turfgrass concentration is designed to provide students basic and applied knowledge in turfgrass science. Students completing the program will be able to apply their skills toward the management of lawns, golf courses, athletic and recreational fields, roadsides, sod farms, erosion control projects, and other areas where turfgrass is utilized. Formal courses in turfgrass science and related topics will be complemented with hands-on training in the establishment, management, and maintenance of turf for various purposes.

The goal of the crop science concentration is to achieve an understanding of the processes involved in the production of agricultural crops, their quality, and the ecological systems involved in their management. Students who chose this concentration have the opportunity to obtain a background in the biological, chemical, and agricultural sciences.

Soil science, the third concentration focuses on educating students about the needs of crop production as well as the role of soils in ecological processes. This program provides students with the education and training to prepare them for careers in soils and environmentally related fields.

Because agronomy is broken down into three fields of concentration, the nature of work will vary accordingly. Many Agronomists work in basic or applied research and development programs, or manage marketing or production operations in companies. Some are consultants to business firms, private clients or the government. People in this field will often work in a team-based atmosphere, in a laboratory or research environment. Some positions require national or international travel.

All students are trained in soils, chemistry, plant physiology, botany, and turf management. Some skills that are necessary for a particular job within agronomy are communication, interpersonal, knowledge of statistical software, strong analysis abilities, and competence with Microsoft Office and database software.

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