Lesson 9: Become a Problem Solver
Agriculturalists have always solved problems. Here's one example to consider:
Soon, you'll work in solution groups to brainstorm even more ways to make agriculture more efficient and effective. Here's some things to help you start thinking. See the links at the bottom of the page to meet the experts you'll learn from next.
Let's hear from the experts: pick one expert to hear from and take notes to share with your group
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Dr. Jennifer Bousselot, Assistant Professor
Colorado State University Jen teaches online courses in Horticultural Science, Native Plants in the Landscape, Horticulture Production and Management, Urban Horticulture and Green Roof Culture. Her research interest are primarily in the area of green roofs, especially plant species, substrates, interactions with pollinators and moisture deficit conditions. Jen also does research on native plants for use in the green industry and local foods. |
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Carlyle Currier, Mesa County Rancher
Colorado Farm Bureau Carlyle works closely with the Colorado River District to manage water and work to meet all the needs of the Colorado River District. He and his family raise cattle in Plateau Valley. |
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The Moocall Heat system uses technology to aid in efficiency in breeding cattle. Is there potential for these principles to be applied in other places?
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The Caribbean Community Biofortification Network being spearheaded by IICA is undertaking trials of iron enriched beans in Belize and zinc biofortified rice in Guyana. This video describes their process.
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Ariel Influence describes their works with Mendota Ranch to use a spreading and spraying drone to apply precision herbicide with a drone.
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