Crop Science - arc.agric.za
www.arc.agric.za › arc-iic › PagesCrop Science. In order to maintain profitable production of useful industrial crops, the Crop Science research focus area is equipped to study the importance of soil and crop cultivation practices in different environments on the growth, yield and quality of our mandated crops. Fully equipped soil, water and plant analytical laboratories support researchers and farmers with data useful on fertilizer recommendations to optimise efficient use of expensive fertilisers.
Crop Science - learn
learn.org › Plant_Sciences › Crop_ScienceClosely related to agronomy, the field of crop science focuses on agricultural productivity of crops for livestock and human consumption. Crop scientists often use biotechnology, chemicals and genetic modifications to maintain and improve crop production, enhance nutritional value and help crops withstand pesticides. They often use breeding and cross-fertilization techniques to develop new strains of crops resistant to pests, weeds and climate extremes, such as droughts.