Horticulture, Land and Resource Management
A major in Horticulture, Land, and Resource Management is a multidisciplinary field of study that focuses on the sustainable management of land and natural resources, with a particular emphasis on horticultural practices and agricultural systems. Students in this major gain a deep understanding of the interactions between plants, soils, and the environment while also learning to manage land and resources in a method that generates sustainable revenue and profits.
Top Reasons to Choose FSC Citrus and Horticulture
Hand-on Engaged Learning
Whether it's studying soil conservation practices in person, optimizing water use efficiency at a citrus grove, or determining how to preserve native habits during a farm expansion, hands-on experiences go beyond theoretical knowledge, preparing students for challenges and opportunities in this evolving industry.
Industry Relevant Curriculum
With a broad focus that reflects the major shift in the way land is being used and managed as a business entity, classes cover a range of diverse and relevant topics including Florida soils and horticultural crops., commercial fruit production, juice processing, land management, real estate valuation, and property and contract law.
Exciting Career Opportunities
Growers of horticultural crops of interest, graduates with a major in horticulture, land, and resource management find rewarding professional opportunities as land use planners, natural resource managers, project managers, agriculture logistics specialists, environmental consultants, and urban planners.
Citrus and Horticulture Concentrations
Citrus and Horticulture: Biotechnology
The Science and Technology of Agriculture
Horticultural Science with a concentration in Biotechnology focuses on crop improvement through the application of technology, including plant tissue culture, DNA analysis, genetics, and microbiological techniques.
Citrus and Horticulture: Business
Horticultural Science and Business Administration in One Program
Horticultural Science with a concentration in Business provides the perfect combination of hands-on experiences (both on campus and off) and broad-based horticultural education, as well as the industry connections, you need to excel.
Citrus and Horticulture: Citrus
The nation's only bachelor's degree program in Citrus and Horticultural Science.
Through small classes and hands-on experiences, your B.S. in Citrus and Horticultural Science will provide you with a solid foundation in biology, chemistry, and crop production.
Horticultural Science with a concentration in Citrus — the only one of its kind in the country — is taught by industry leaders who deeply understand the science and business of citrus.
Citrus and Horticulture: Horticulture, Land and Resource Management
Become part of the next generation of environmental leaders.
The horticulture, land, and resource management major is a multidisciplinary field of study that focuses on the sustainable management of land and natural resources, with a particular emphasis on horticultural practices and agricultural systems. Students in this major gain a deep understanding of the interactions between plants, soils, and the environment while also learning to manage land and resources in a method that generates sustainable revenue and profits.
Citrus and Horticulture: Pre-Graduate Studies
Aim higher, we'll prepare you to succeed anywhere.
Horticultural Science with a concentration in Pre-Graduate Studies focuses on the academic foundations necessary to take it to the next level, including organic chemistry, statistics, and genetics.