Handbook

This subject covers the principles of growing horticultural crops that are adapted to both tropical and subtropical climates using citrus (Citrus species), as a case study crop to provide an overview of the biology, principles, and practices of tropical/subtropical horticultural crop production. Avocado, banana and mango, all of which have different tree architecture and climatic requirements, and, therefore, crop management practices for yield optimisation will be compared and contrasted with citrus production. Students will undertake an audit on a property of their choice, with a view to benchmark on-farm practices against best practice, then make recommendations based on both their findings and a critical review of the latest research literature.