Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources 2e, Online Textbook
Written by leaders in agriculture education, Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources is a user-friendly, visual introduction to the systems and concepts that define modern agriculture, including food systems and natural resources. This text is aligned to AFNR standards, providing practical information on building leadership, communication, and career-ready skills while integrating pedagogical tools designed for learner success. Using a modern approach to learning design, information is delivered in smaller sections so students can process and then interact with assessment and review to foster application, analysis, evaluation, and creation. This comprehensive text welcomes today's learners to the diverse and exciting world of agriscience and FFA opportunities, encouraging students to participate in their school, communities, and enroll in advanced courses.
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Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources 2e, Online Textbook
- Principles of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources
- Copyright © 2023 by The Goodheart-Willcox Company, Inc.
- Preface
- About the Authors
- Reviewers
- Acknowledgments
- TOOLS FOR STUDENT AND INSTRUCTOR SUCCESS
- Features of the Textbook
- Credentialing Partners and Support
- New to This Edition
- Brief Contents
- Contents
- Feature Contents
- CHAPTER 1 Agriculture and Society
- CHAPTER 2 Leadership in Agriculture
- CHAPTER 3 Agriculture as a Career
- CHAPTER 4 Agricultural Safety
- CHAPTER 5 Agriculture Science
- CHAPTER 6 Agricultural Technology
- CHAPTER 7 Agricultural Power and Engineering
- LESSON 7.1 Energy Systems
- LESSON 7.2 Biofuels
- LESSON 7.3 Agricultural Hand Tools
- LESSON 7.4 Agricultural Power Tools and Equipment
- LESSON 7.5 Agricultural Design and Fabrication
- LESSON 7.6 Power Systems
- LESSON 7.7 Principles of Electricity
- LESSON 7.8 Introduction to Plumbing
- Chapter 7 Skill Development
- CHAPTER 8 Agricultural Business
- CHAPTER 9 Importance of Food
- CHAPTER 10 Large Livestock Production
- CHAPTER 11 Small Livestock Production
- CHAPTER 12 Other Animal Production
- CHAPTER 13 Plant Production
- CHAPTER 14 Environmental Systems Impacting Agriculture
- CHAPTER 15 Soil and Water Conservation
- CHAPTER 16 Natural Resources and Recreation
- CHAPTER 17 Forestry
- Glossary
- Index