Horticulture Minor

Program Coordinator/Contact
David Graper, Coordinator
Department of Plant Science
Northern Plains Biostress Laboratory 254A
605-688-6253
E-mail: david.graper@sdstate.edu
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Program Information
The Horticulture minor is open to students of any major who desire the knowledge and skills for managing fruits, vegetables and landscape plants. Greenhouse facilities and extensive field plots in woody and herbaceous ornamentals, turf, fruit, and vegetables provide students with the opportunity to experience all aspects of plant production and management. This flexible program allows students to plan of study based on career interests and goals.

Academic Requirements
The minor requires a 2.0 GPA or better in the program’s courses.

Course Delivery Format
Students learn through hands-on and face-to-face learning in lecture, laboratory, and field-based experiences.