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Horticulture
Hortikultur
Last Updated: 2026-06-01 11:30:26
Abstract
The importance and specificities of the different horticultural crops are shown in this course in the autumn semester. It deals with fruit growing (8 h), berry production (4 h), vegetables (6 h) and viticulture (6 h).
Objective
You are able to describe the production systems of the horticultural crops fruits, berries, vegetables and viticulture (yield formation and physiology, cultivation methods, main varieties, quality factors). You are able to assess the importance of new conditions (climate, politics, trade) for the production of horticultural crops and identify options for action for production.
Content
The importance and specificities of the different horticultural crops are shown in this course in the autumn semester. It deals with fruit growing (8 h), berry production (4 h), vegetable growing (6 h) and viticulture (6 h). Under the responsibility of Agroscope representatives, basic knowledge of production systems (yield formation and physiology, cultivation methods, main varieties, quality) of these horticultural crops, which are important in Switzerland, is imparted.
Resources
Lecture Notes
Delivered during the lectures by the different teachers, Moodle upload.
Literature
Not needed, maybe specific literature is specified by the different teachers.
General Information
- Language
- German
- Levels
- BSC
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- graded semester performance
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| lecture |
Hortikultur
NB: Die Vorlesungen zum Thema Rebbau werden in Französisch unterrichtet.
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2 h weekly |