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Designing And Timing Your Garden 31001103

2.00 credits

Horticulture

Utilizing planning and space saving techniques, learners will develop a wide range of garden design options available. Additionally, Wisconsin weather should be considered when creating the garden design. Learners will outline when and where to plant and harvest cool and warm season plants.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/24/2026 – 12/14/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 24 – Dec 14 Monday 01:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Fruit Crop Production I 31001118

1.00 credits

Horticulture

Introduces learners to pomology and its role in both global and local food systems. Students will explore the foundations of fruit crop production, with emphasis on fruit growth and development, integrated pest and disease management, and the principles of harvest and post-harvest handling. Examines how fruit physiology and production practices intersect to influence yield, quality, and market value. Throughout the semester, a different fruit or nut crop will be highlighted each week, allowing students to build a broad understanding of diverse species and cultivar selection, growing requirements, and their importance in food systems.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Garden Production Basics 31001114

2.00 credits

Horticulture

Examines plant development and factors that affect plant growth. Through hands-on experience, text, lab and classroom activities, learners will examine environmental effects, market gardening equipment, irrigation tools, and fertilizers necessary to grow healthy, productive plants. Emphasizes crop production practices in small- and large-scale gardens, high tunnels, and a greenhouse.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/31/2026	06/09/2026	Hybrid	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jun 1 – Jul 31 Monday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank Jun 1 – Jul 31 Wednesday 01:00 PM - 02:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Greenhouse Operation and Design 31001113

1.00 credits

Horticulture

Explores greenhouse parts, structure, and coverings along with environmental controls will be covered throughout this course. Learners will actively participate in the operation of a greenhouse. Learners will evaluate greenhouse structure and design, while participating in greenhouse site assessment.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 10:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Hydroponics 31001117

2.00 credits

Horticulture

Explores the fundamentals of hydroponics and growing plants using water as a growing medium. Hands-on learning activities include growing and maintaining plants in an indoor hydroponic growing facility, a bato bucket system, and vertical hydroponic gardens. Learners will discover the scientific concepts behind growing plants in hydroponic systems and become experts in alternative growing methods.

2 Course Sections

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/31/2026	06/09/2026	Hybrid	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jun 1 – Jul 31 Monday 12:30 PM - 04:20 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates
#01 Fall	Open	08/27/2026 – 12/10/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 27 – Dec 10 Thursday 08:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Alex Crockford	View Rates

Introduction To The Horticulture Industry 31001100

1.00 credits

Horticulture

Explores the scope of the horticulture sector, including career opportunities. Familiarizes learners with the Agriculture Center of Excellence and standard operating procedures. Learners will begin to develop a strategic college plan. Learners will be exposed to the various opportunities available throughout their program of study.

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Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 08:00 AM - 09:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Merchandising Produce Applications I 31001120

1.00 credits

Horticulture

Introduces the principles and practices of produce merchandising for roadside stands and farmers markets. Covers methods for assessing produce quality, grading standards, and their application in marketing channels. Explores creative visual merchandising techniques and the relationships between customer behavior, effective product display, and product purchase. Examines the structure and success factors of community-supported agriculture (CSA) businesses. Students actively participate in operating farmers market stands using produce grown during the course, applying merchandising concepts in real-time.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Fall	Open	08/25/2026 – 12/15/2026	08/29/2026	In-Person	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Aug 25 – Dec 15 Tuesday 03:00 PM - 04:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates

Pest and Disease Management 10001105

3.00 credits

Horticulture

Researches the latest science-based recommendations for battling garden and field pest problems. Throughout this course, students will learn to identify pests and plant diseases. Learners will determine what corrective action should be taken, if any. Integrated pest management concepts are covered in this course.

1 Course Section

Section	Status	Start/End Date	Register By	Instruction Mode	Campus	Meeting Information	Cost
#01 Summer	Open	06/01/2026 – 07/31/2026	06/09/2026	Hybrid	Agriculture Center of Excellence	Jun 1 – Jul 31 Wednesday 09:00 AM - 11:50 AM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank Jun 1 – Jul 31 Thursday 01:00 PM - 03:50 PM AG212 - Ag Classroom - Agriculture Center of Excellence Trevor Frank	View Rates