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751-4204-01L 2 Credits MSC D-USYS , D-HEST
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Horticultural Science: Case Studies

Lecturers: Dr. Andreas Näf, Dr. Vivian Jean Urbain Zufferey, Dr. Matthias Lutz, Dr. Andreas Bühlmann, Dr. Louis Sutter
Examiners: Dr. Andreas Näf, Dr. Matthias Lutz, Dr. Andreas Bühlmann, Dr. Louis Sutter
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Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:32:50

Abstract

Selected aspects of four horticultural value chains are addressed in 3 lectures each. Knowledge delivery blocks alternative with simple group work during these lectures. Students then divide into 4 groups to address a case study. The results are documented on a poster and presented and discussed with all students at a final colloquium.

Objective

Achieve a deepened understanding of selected horticultural value chain challenges related with the transformation of food systems and agroecological principles. Have insight into an experimental research set up, which is aiming at developing practical solutions for these challenges. Deliver in a team effort, based on a science-based poster, the findings of a related case study.

Content

The addressed cropping systems and value chains are fruit-production, vegetable-production, substrate-based and protected production and viticulture. The selected topics address challenges with regard to aspects of food systems transformation and problems that conflict with agroecological principles, addressed in on-going applied research and development projects.

Resources

Lecture Notes

Presentations made during the lectures.References cited and any other documents made avaialbe during group works.

Literature

Provided by the case study leaders.

General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
graded semester performance
The participation during the course and presentation of the poster at the end of the semester will be graded for the semester performance.

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Horticultural Science: Case Studies
Beginnt in der 2. Semesterwoche.
  • Thu 16:15-18:00 (LFW C 1)
2 h weekly

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