Subject:
Plant Science
Credit units:
3
Offered:
Term 2 only
Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hours
College:
Agriculture and Bioresources
Department: Plant Sciences
Description
Topics will include the role of pesticides in ensuring food security, as well as the associated development and regulatory frameworks. Students will learn about different formulations, pesticide classification, and the toxicity and safety of pesticides. There will be an in-depth discussion on the environmental fate of pesticides in soil, water, and air, public perception, and environmental stewardship. Furthermore, the course will connect local Canadian agricultural practices with global sustainability challenges, especially through the lens of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Prerequisite(s): PLSC 260.3
Note: Students with credit for PLSC 50 will not receive credit for this course. Not currently offered.
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