# PLANTSCI 300: Cropping Systems | UW–Madison

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## course

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### course id

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### subjects

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### title

CROPPING SYSTEMS

### description

Agronomic cropping systems of the Midwest: environmental impacts, productivity, and profitability. Cropping system diversification and sustainable agriculture. An agroecological approach, the application of ecological concepts and principles for the improvement of cropping systems is emphasized. Specific topics include agricultural intensification, agroecosystem structure and function, aspects of technology adoption, soil erosion and conservation, tillage systems, weed ecology and management, nutrient dynamics and management, water quality, crop rotation, and cropping system diversification.

### requirements text

AGRONOMY 100, HORT 120,PLANTSCI 110,ENVIR ST/​AGROECOL/​C\&E SOC/​ENTOM  103(or AGRONOMY 103 prior to Fall 2025), or graduate/professional standing

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PLANTSCI 300 covers agronomic cropping systems in the Midwest, emphasizing agroecological approaches to sustainability, productivity, and environmental impact.

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* Cropping system diversification and sustainable agriculture.
* Agricultural intensification and agroecosystem structure and function.
* Soil conservation, tillage, weed management, nutrient dynamics, water quality, and crop rotation.

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* Application of ecological concepts to improve cropping systems.
* Analysis of agroecosystem structure, function, and management practices.

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* Basic principles of plant science and technology applied to cultivated plants.
* Understanding of agroecology and analysis of agricultural systems within social and ecological contexts.

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* sustainable agriculture Midwest
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