Seed Technology and Business (STB)

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5340).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
The components of seed quality and how they are assessed in the laboratory, including traits derived from modern biotechnology. The impact of new technologies on seed quality testing. Variety maintenance procedures and breeder seed. Variety identification: phenotype and grow-out trials, isozyme testing, and DNA marker testing. Procedures for evaluating varieties. The variance tests appropriate for fixed effects analysis of variance. Statistical inference and stratification for yield trials. Use of strip plot testing. (Typically Offered: Summer)

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5340).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
The components of seed quality and how they are assessed in the laboratory, including traits derived from modern biotechnology. The impact of new technologies on seed quality testing. Variety maintenance procedures and breeder seed. Variety identification: phenotype and grow-out trials, isozyme testing, and DNA marker testing. Procedures for evaluating varieties. The variance tests appropriate for fixed effects analysis of variance. Statistical inference and stratification for yield trials. Use of strip plot testing. (Typically Offered: Summer)

Credits: 1. Contact Hours: Lecture 1.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
This introductory course is a quick overview of the academic program and the seed industry. It describes how the STB program components relate to the seed industry scope; the role of the seed industry in global agriculture and society; public and private institutions involved in seed research, development, and regulation; quality management for seed products . Current issues including industry consolidation, ethical and economic issues related to biotechnology, and incorporation of digital technology in the seed business will be discussed by course instructors and guest lecturers from the seed industry.

Credits: 1. Contact Hours: Lecture 1.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
This introductory course is a quick overview of the academic program and the seed industry. It describes how the STB program components relate to the seed industry scope; the role of the seed industry in global agriculture and society; public and private institutions involved in seed research, development, and regulation; quality management for seed products . Current issues including industry consolidation, ethical and economic issues related to biotechnology, and incorporation of digital technology in the seed business will be discussed by course instructors and guest lecturers from the seed industry.

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5390).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
The technical operations which may be carried out on a seed lot from harvest until it is ready for marketing and use. The opportunities for quality improvement and the risks of deterioration which are present during that time. Analysis of the costs of and benefits of operations. Evaluation of equipment based on benefits to the customer and producer. Interpretation of the role of the conditioning plant and store as a focal points within the overall operations of a seed company. (Typically Offered: Spring)

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5390).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
The technical operations which may be carried out on a seed lot from harvest until it is ready for marketing and use. The opportunities for quality improvement and the risks of deterioration which are present during that time. Analysis of the costs of and benefits of operations. Evaluation of equipment based on benefits to the customer and producer. Interpretation of the role of the conditioning plant and store as a focal points within the overall operations of a seed company. (Typically Offered: Spring)

(Cross-listed with HORT 5430).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Brief introduction to plant physiology. Physiological aspects of seed development, maturation, longevity, dormancy and germination. Links between physiology and seed quality. (Typically Offered: Fall)

(Cross-listed with HORT 5430).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Brief introduction to plant physiology. Physiological aspects of seed development, maturation, longevity, dormancy and germination. Links between physiology and seed quality. (Typically Offered: Fall)

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5470).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Survey of crop production; including management of soil fertility, planting dates, populations, weed control, and insect control. Analysis of the principles of seed multiplication and the key practices which are used to ensure high quality in the products. Field inspection procedures and production aspects that differ from other crop production. Foundation seed production. Analysis of the typical organization of field production tasks. Survey of the differences in seed production strategies between crops and the impact of these differences on seed production.

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5470).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Survey of crop production; including management of soil fertility, planting dates, populations, weed control, and insect control. Analysis of the principles of seed multiplication and the key practices which are used to ensure high quality in the products. Field inspection procedures and production aspects that differ from other crop production. Foundation seed production. Analysis of the typical organization of field production tasks. Survey of the differences in seed production strategies between crops and the impact of these differences on seed production.

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Guided instruction and self-study on special topics relevant to seed technology and business. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Guided instruction and self-study on special topics relevant to seed technology and business. (Typically Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer)

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5950).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Advanced survey of the organization, staff capabilities and management characteristics typical in seed production and crop improvement in seed enterprises. Analysis of the use of quality information in the management of seed operations and sales. Process management applications for seed. Production planning for existing capacity. Analysis of the manager's tasks in the annual cycle and how the tasks of these managers relate to the general categories of business management roles. Difference in management strategies used with different situations and groups of employees.

(Cross-listed with AGRON 5950).
Credits: 2. Contact Hours: Lecture 2.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
Advanced survey of the organization, staff capabilities and management characteristics typical in seed production and crop improvement in seed enterprises. Analysis of the use of quality information in the management of seed operations and sales. Process management applications for seed. Production planning for existing capacity. Analysis of the manager's tasks in the annual cycle and how the tasks of these managers relate to the general categories of business management roles. Difference in management strategies used with different situations and groups of employees.

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
A written report based on research, library readings, or topics related to the student's area of specialization and approved by the student's advisory committee.

Credits: 1-3. Repeatable.

Prereq: Admission to the Graduate Program in Seed Technology and Business or Instructor Permission
A written report based on research, library readings, or topics related to the student's area of specialization and approved by the student's advisory committee.