Disciplines Involved in Agricultural Professionals: - Agronomy: The science and practice of crop production, including soil management, plant genetics, and crop physiology. - Horticulture: The cultivation, management, and study of plants, including fruits, vegetables, ornamental plants, and landscaping. - Animal Science: The study of livestock production, including animal nutrition, breeding, genetics, and health. - Agricultural Engineering: The application of engineering principles to design and develop machinery, equipment, and structures used in agriculture. - Agricultural Economics: The study of economic principles and their application to agricultural production, marketing, and resource management. - Soil Science: The study of soil properties, fertility, conservation, and management for sustainable crop production. - Plant Pathology: The study of plant diseases, their causes, prevention, and management. - Entomology: The study of insects and their impact on agriculture, including pest management and beneficial insect utilization. - Agricultural Biotechnology: The application of biotechnology techniques to improve crop productivity, disease resistance, and nutrient content. - Agricultural Education: The teaching and dissemination of agricultural knowledge and skills to students and the general public. - Agricultural Extension: The delivery of agricultural information, technology, and resources to farmers and rural communities. - Agricultural Policy: The study and development of policies that govern agricultural practices, trade, and rural development. - Food Science and Technology: The study of food production, processing, preservation, and safety. - Environmental Science: The study of the environment and its interactions with agriculture, including sustainable resource management and conservation. - Precision Agriculture: The use of technology and data analysis to optimize agricultural practices, such as precision planting and variable rate fertilization. - Agribusiness Management: The application of business principles and management techniques to agricultural enterprises, including farm operations, marketing, and finance.