Knowledge and understanding

The student will acquire knowledge and understanding of the general characteristics of the vegetable and floricultural sector, its historical development and diffusion, cropping types and production systems, plant requirements in relation to climate, soil and nutrition, cultivars and the objectives of plant breeding, as well as the organization of the vegetable and ornamental nursery sector.

Applying knowledge and understanding

The student will be able to apply the principles of vegetable and ornamental crop production by designing and managing agronomic practices such as crop rotations and intercropping, fertilization, irrigation and fertigation, as well as planning the harvesting and postharvest stages of vegetable and ornamental products.

Making judgements

The student will be able to independently assess the quality of vegetable and ornamental products, critically evaluate the importance of product innovation, and make crop and management decisions based on technical and scientific criteria.

Communication skills

The student will be able to clearly present concepts, methods and results related to vegetable and ornamental crop production, using appropriate terminology and discussing their technical and scientific aspects with professionals and other stakeholders in the field.

Learning skills

The course will be delivered through lectures, practical classes, farm visits, and laboratory sessions. If the course is delivered in blended or remote mode, appropriate adjustments may be made to the above, in order to ensure consistency with the Syllabus.

Knowledge of the biology of plant organisms is useful. A basic knowledge of agronomy is important.

Attending the classes is not mandatory, but strongly recommended, as it facilities the learning process and contributes to the achievement of the learning objectives.

1.       Schemi delle lezioni e appunti forniti durante il corso

2.       Orticoltura - Principi e pratica. Alberto Pardossi, Giorgio Prosdocimi Gianquinto, Pietro Santamaria, Luca lncrocci (Curatori) – Edagricole

3.       Florovivaismo - Principi e tecniche. Valentina Scariot, Stefania De Pascale, Antonio Ferrante, Daniela Romano (Curatori) – Edagricole

4.       Gestione della qualità e conservazione dei prodotti ortofrutticoli. Giancarlo Colelli, Paolo Inglese (Curatori) - Edagricole

Learning assessment is conducted through an oral examination, covering any of the topics and case studies addressed during the course. This assessment may also be carried out remotely if circumstances require. The evaluation of the student's preparation will be based on the following criteria: learning ability and depth of understanding of the topics covered, clarity and conciseness of presentation, and the student’s reasoning skills. The grading follows the following scale:

Negative

Knowledge and understanding of the topic: significant shortcomings and inaccuracies

Ability to analyze and synthesize: irrelevant with frequent generalizations

Use of references: completely inappropriate

18-20

Knowledge and understanding of the topic: very modest with evident imperfections

Analysis and synthesis skills: barely adequate

Use of references: just appropriate

21-23

Knowledge and understanding of the topic: knowledge is slightly above the minimum acceptable level

Ability to analyze and synthesize: a fair bility to analyze and synthesize information, presenting arguments in a logical and coherent manner

Using references: use standard references

24-26

Knowledge and understanding of the topic: good knowledge

Analysis and synthesis skills: good analytical and synthesis abilities, arguments are presented consistently

Using references: use of standard references

27-29

Knowledge and understanding of the topic: knowledge more than good

Ability to analyze and synthesize: considerable abilities of analysis and synthesis

Use of references: the topic has been explored in depth

30-30 cum laude

Knowledge and understanding of the topic: excellent knowledge

Ability to analyze and synthesize: excellent abilities of analysis and synthesis

Use of references: important insights

What are the common specific features of the vegetable and floricultural supply chains?

On what does the expression of the productive potential of a vegetable or floricultural crop depend, and why is full satisfaction of the crop’s requirements generally not pursued?

When is it necessary to extend the photoperiod in a short-day species?