Horticultural engineering blends agricultural engineering,
plant science, computer science, and control theory to produce effective and
efficient plant growing systems, whether in high-tech greenhouses or
low-tech row cover systems. In the case of greenhouse production systems, another
frequently used term is Controlled Environment Agriculture. People trained in this discipline have a strong understanding of and
appreciation for the engineering, biological, and environmental aspects of
plant production. Horticultural engineers play a vital role in the secure,
healthy, and cost-effective production of many edible and ornamental plant
species on which we all depend.
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