Fundamentals of Agroecology

After defining intensive agriculture and analyzing its risks and benefits, this module will enable students to reflect on various possible approaches to transitioning agriculture toward an agroecological model. Examples such as biopesticides, ecological intensification, and soil management will be explored. A field trip to a company committed to sustainable agriculture is also organized. The site visited varies from year to year depending on student preferences and company availability. Examples of field trips conducted as part of this module include visits to Bayer, Vilmorin, Geves, CTIFL, and sudExpé.

Bachelor's degrees.

Students will be asked to present a project or business plan that develops innovative proposals to advance farming practices or any other use of plant products in order to reduce environmental impact.

Knowledge

• Understand the basics of intensive agriculture and its strengths and weaknesses
• Understand the basics of the tools used in agroecology
• Understanding the basics and benefits of growing plants on contaminated sites  

Expertise

• Knowing how to read and understand a scientific article and a meta-analysis

Interpersonal Skills

• Foster an interest in entrepreneurship in the field of agroecology.

Hourly volumes*:

            CM: 7.5

            TD: 9

            Lot: 3

 Fundamentals of Plant Physiology