Horticultural Production Physiology
Stress is central to all types of plant production. It is often important to be able to avoid stress and optimize growth - but it is almost as common to control the growth of the plant with the help of conscious stress through control/restriction of various growth factors. Regardless of which, it is important to understand what is happening in the plant, how this can be measured and evaluated and be able to weigh advantages and disadvantages when designing a cultivation system for a particular plant. All this is addressed in this course.
The course is designed so that you can spend about half the time writing an in-depth work on a specific cultural plant that you are particularly interested in. The second half of the course is devoted in parallel to lectures, exercises and excursions that deepen and support the individual work. The course ends with a seminar where you will give a short lecture and present your crop - but above all get to learn about all your classmates´ in-depth work.
Course evaluation
Additional course evaluations for BI1405
Academic year 2023/2024
Horticultural Production Physiology (BI1405-40077)
2024-03-20 - 2024-06-02
Academic year 2022/2023
Horticultural Production Physiology (BI1405-40085)
2023-03-22 - 2023-06-04
Syllabus and other information
Syllabus
BI1405 Horticultural Production Physiology, 15.0 Credits
Hortikulturell produktionsfysiologiSubjects
Horticultural Science Biology Biology Horticultural scienceEducation cycle
Master’s levelModules
| Title | Credits | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Individual written project | 8.0 | 0001 |
| Other examined tasks | 7.0 | 0002 |
Advanced study in the main field
Second cycle, has only first-cycle course/s as entry requirementsMaster’s level (A1N)
Grading scale
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.
Language
EnglishPrior knowledge
Knowledge equivalent to 180 credits, including at least 60 credits in Natural Science or 60 credits in Social Science, and English 6.Objectives
The aim of the course is to give a broader and deeper knowledge about production physiology factors important for advanced horticultural production systems.
After completed course the student will be able to
describe and discuss values, extent, structure and future challenges for sustainable production systems
apply relevant measuring methods to analyse and evaluate the need of abiotic and biotic resources
explain with plant physiological terms the consequences of cultural practice on growth, development and quality of horticultural crops and produce.
Content
The course focuses on horticultural crops, their development, growth and quality in relation to sustainable crop production systems. The following topics are included:
Applied plant physiology, especially stress physiology in a horticultural context
Sustainable production aspects
Quality aspects of horticultural crops and products
Technical solutions for measuring and prognosis of growth, development and quality of horticultural crops
Geographical aspects and site of production
Knowledge transfer and communication of horticultural science to different target groups.
Scheduled exercises, seminars and study visits are compulsory.
Grading form
The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.Formats and requirements for examination
To pass the course, passed written and oral assignments as well as participation in the compulsory activities are required.
If a student has failed an examination, the examiner has the right to issue supplementary assignments. This applies if it is possible and there are grounds to do so.
The examiner can provide an adapted assessment to students entitled to study support for students with disabilities following a decision by the university. Examiners may also issue an adapted examination or provide an alternative way for the students to take the exam.
If this syllabus is withdrawn, SLU may introduce transitional provisions for examining students admitted based on this syllabus and who have not yet passed the course.
For the assessment of an independent project (degree project), the examiner may also allow a student to add supplemental information after the deadline for submission. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Other information
The right to participate in teaching and/or supervision only applies for the course instance the student was admitted to and registered on.
If there are special reasons, students are entitled to participate in components with compulsory attendance when the course is given again. Read more in the Education Planning and Administration Handbook.
Additional information
60 hp Natural Science is recommended as prior knowledge to fully comprehend the course material and pass the course.Responsible department
Department of Biosystems and Technology
Further information
Litterature list
Literature BI1405, Horticultural Production Physiology
Spring 2023
Course organizer: Lars Mogren
Literature
Background literature (used in BI1309, Horticultural Systems and Future Challenges)
- Harvesting the Sun (ISHS Scripta Horticulturae 14 www.harvestingthesun.org)
Recommended literature:
Plant Physiology and Development, 6th ed. 2015, Taiz, L., Zeiger, E., Moller, I.M. & Murphy, A. Sinauer Associates Inc., USA. ISBN 978-1-60535-326-5
Physiological Plant Ecology, 4th ed. 2003, Larcher, W. Springer-Verlag, Germany. ISBN: 3-540-43516-6
Principles of Horticultural Physiology, 1st ed. 2013, Duner, E. CABI, UK. ISBN: 978 1 78064 025 9
Additional literature will be provided in connection to lectures.
Additional literature will be used by each individual for their written Major project.