John A. (Tony) Cook has been on the faculty of 4-H Youth Development, Alabama Cooperative Extension System at Auburn University since 1980 and on the faculty of the College of Education, Auburn University as an Assistant Professor since 1991. His …
What is agronomy?
Agronomy is a branch of agriculture focused on the study of plants and soils and their environment. Agronomic science and technology are basic to sustaining the world’s food supply and a quality environment. People who work in the field of …
What is horticulture?
The word horticulture comes from two Latin words which mean “garden” and “culture.” Horticulture is the art and science of growing and handling fruits, nuts, vegetables, herbs, flowers, foliage plants, woody ornamentals, and turf.
Horticulture is different things to different …
What is cotton?
Cotton is a plant that is grown for its fiber. Cotton fiber is white and fluffy and surrounds the seeds of the plant. Cotton fiber is used to make clothing.
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…What are oats?
Oats belong to a group of plants known as cereal grasses. Cereal grasses produce what are called cereal grains. Oats are a type of cereal grain that is used to feed humans and animals. Other cereal grains include …
What is aquaculture?
Aquaculture facility in Leetown, WV (Image courtesy of USDA)
Aquaculture is the aquatic version of agriculture. There are currently more than 400 species of aquatic plants and animals used in the practice of aquaculture. These species are grown in …
What are cereal grasses?
What is hay?
Hay is any grass that has been cut. It is often left to dry in the pasture in bales. The bales are stored in the loft or top area of a barn. If the bales are too big, farmers will …
What is sorghum?
What is a kernel?
Image of whole kernel
Kernels are the seeds of cereal grasses. We call the kernels “grain“. The kernels are located at the top of the plant. This area is known as the head of the stalk. We …