Foundations of Agriculture Class

What is the mission statement of Miss Mims?

• To educate the young minds of Dayton, Ohio to become valuable members of society.

• To increase the visibility of Agriculture through Horticulture.

• To grow plants and raise animals for consumption.

• To solve world problems such as hunger.

What are the three Wogaman B's?

• Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Responsible

• Be Kind, Be Honest, Be Generous

• Be Brave, Be Strong, Be Smart

• Be Happy, Be Friendly, Be Creative

What is the definition of Horticulture?

• The science of soil management and crop production.

• The art or practice of gardening cultivation and management.

• The study of fruits and nuts.

• The growing and management of perennial trees, vines, shrubs, and other woody plants.

What is the purpose of Horticulture?

• To solve world problems such as hunger.

• To enhance the yield, size, and quality of food plants and ornamental plants.

What is the branch of Agriculture that focuses on soil management and production of crops?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Agriculture Engineering

• Animal Science

What is the branch of Agriculture that solves problems relating to Ag machines?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Agriculture Engineering

• Animal Science

What is the branch of Agriculture that deals with the business side of farming?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Agriculture Engineering

• Agriculture Economics

What is the science of how producers, consumers, and societies use scarce resources?

• Agronomy

• Horticulture

• Agriculture Engineering

• Agriculture Economics

What are the benefits of fruits?

• Helps reduce blood cholesterol, Lowers the chance of heart disease, Important for bowel function, Helps to maintain healthy skin and hair

• Strengthens bone health, Improves eye health, Rich in antioxidant properties, Lowers blood pressure

• Strengthens bone health, Lowers the chance of heart disease, Rich in antioxidant properties, Helps to maintain healthy skin and hair

What are the benefits of vegetables?

• Strengthens bone health, Improves eye health, Rich in antioxidant properties, Lowers blood pressure

• Helps reduce blood cholesterol, Improves eye health, Important for bowel function, Helps to maintain healthy skin and hair