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1. Agribusiness and Natural Resources in Michigan: Manpower Needs, Competencies Needed, School Program Characteristics. Summary of Research.

Author

Michigan State Univ., East Lansing. Coll. of Agriculture and Natural Resources Education Inst. and Moore, Eddie A.

Abstract

Designed to assist in the planning of statewide programs of vocational agriculture in Michigan, this report is also intended to assist local educators, administrators, and concerned citizens in planning needed vocational agriculture programs in Career Education Planning Districts. Procedures and findings are presented of a comprehensive analysis of Michigan agricultural education programs and their relationships to agricultural manpower needs and job competency requirements on a statewide basis. Information is presented in the following categories: (1) Agricultural manpower needs primarily for Michigan vocational agricultural graduates over a 5-year period (1974-1979); (2) competencies needed by Michigan vocational agriculture graduates to enter various agricultural occupations; (3) typical characteristics of vocational agricultural programs in Michigan; (4) congruencies and differences in existing vocational agriculture programs in terms of jobs available, career patterns, competencies required for entry, and competencies being developed in present programs; and (5) recommendations for further study and related activities. Data is organized under the following occupational categories: agricultural production, agricultural supplies/services, agricultural mechanics, agricultural products, ornamental horticulture, agricultural resources, forestry, and other. (HD)

Published
1976

2. A Study of Job Demands and Curriculum Development in Agricultural Training Related to the Muskegon County Wastewater Management System. Final Report. Volume IV. Career Awareness Information.

Author

Muskegon Area Intermediate School District, MI. and Fisher, Harold S.

Abstract

This is the final volume of a four-volume report of a research project designed to (1) identify job needs for agricultural occupations which will result from the Muskegon County Wastewater Management System and perform a task analysis on each occupation, (2) develop instructional modules and determine their place in either high school or 2-year college programs, and (3) implement an articulated curriculum with actual programs. This volume contains the scripts to the two films "Preparing for a Career in an Expanding Industry--Agriculture" and "The Muskegon County Wastewater Management System--A System Designed to Treat Domestic and Industrial Waste Now and For the Future." The scripts and accompanying films, developed from the project, are designed to assist educators in providing students with information on the agricultural industry. (SH)

Published
1976

3. Agriculture/Natural Resources: Cluster Guide.

Author

Central Michigan Univ., Mount Pleasant.

Abstract

This teacher's guide is one of a series of publications focusing on the occupational preparation of persons with special education needs. The material was developed and tested by cooperating teachers over a period of three years. Task analysis information is presented using occupational descriptions from the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, covering entry level occupations generally available in Michigan. Instructional task modules are presented in detail under the headings: behavioral task knowledges/task skills, instructional methods, task-related competencies, instructional materials, basic information for cooperative teaching (language of the task and quantitative concepts), and suggestions. An instructional materials bibliography is included, followed by two appendixes, an instructional materials code indicating probable learning sensations, and a task-related competencies code. This guide describes 17 tasks common to the agriculture/natural resources cluster, 19 tasks for eight selected entry occupations in the agricultural mechanics subcluster, 8 tasks for six selected entry occupations in the landscaping and nursery subcluster, 11 tasks for four selected entry occupations in the greenhouse/floriculture subcluster, and 10 tasks for eight selected entry occupations in the forestry and recreation subcluster. (SA)

Published
1973

4. Student Performance Objectives and Selected References for Teaching Agricultural Mechanics. Final Report. Vol. II of III Volumes.

Author

Michigan State Univ., East Lansing. Coll. of Agriculture and Natural Resources Education Inst. and Moore, Eddie A.

Abstract

Each volume of this three-volume set is divided into two major sections. The first section presents the narrative report of a study designed to assist Michigan vocational agriculture teachers in implementing local competency-based vocational agriculture programs by (1) developing student performance objectives; (2) identifying up-to-date reference materials for teaching agricultural production, agricultural mechanics, and ornamental horticulture; and (3) developing a delivery system and materials to provide competency-based education training. The second section, which comprises the bulk of the document, contains three appendixes: student performance objectives, selected references for teachers, and a key to finding the sources. This second volume presents the identified objectives and reference materials for teaching agricultural mechanics. The other two volumes contain the objectives and reference materials for teaching agricultural production (CE 016 907) and ornamental horticulture (CE 016 909). (BM)

Published
1976

5. Pesticides for Ornamentals: Commercial Recommendations for 1977 Nurseries, Garden Centers, Parks, Roadsides. Extension Bulletin E-944. Revised Edition.

Author

Michigan State Univ., East Lansing. Cooperative Extension Service. and Bird, George W.

Abstract

This pamphlet outlines control measures for disease and insect infestation of ornamentals and turfgrass. Hosts are identified with comments on rates and times of pesticide application for greatest effect. Other sections of the document deal with aquatic and terrestrial weed control in a similar manner. (CS)

Published
1977

6. AN ANALYSIS OF TRAINING NEEDS AND EMPLOYMENT CHARACTERISTICS OF THE GREENHOUSE GROWER IN THREE METROPOLITAN AREAS.

Author

PARSONS, WARREN

Abstract

INTERVIEWS WERE CONDUCTED WITH THE MANAGERS OF 58 GREENHOUSES WHICH COVERED ONE ACRE OR MORE IN THE CHICAGO, CLEVELAND, AND DETROIT AREAS (1) TO DETERMINE THE NATURE OF TRAINING DESIRED FOR THE COMMERCIAL GREENHOUSE GROWER IN TERMS OF THE RELATIVE IMPORTANCE OF THE SPECIES OF ORNAMENTAL FLOWERING PLANTS PRODUCED, AND THE DEGREE OF ATTAINMENT OF COMPETENCIES NEEDED, AND (2) TO OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION USEFUL IN THE GUIDANCE AND TRAINING OF SUCH WORKERS. UNDER THE BASIC AREAS OF PLANT KNOWLEDGE, THE CATEGORIES OF PLANT PARTS, GROWTH PROCESSES, AND PLANT NAMES WERE CONSIDERED ESSENTIAL BY TWO-THIRDS OF THE MANAGERS. FIFTY-FOUR PERCENT OF THE GREENHOUSE MANAGERS INDICATED THAT THE FOLLOWING 15 COMPETENCIES, IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE, WERE ESSENTIAL FOR THE GREENHOUSE GROWER--WATERING, CONTROLLING PESTS, FERTILIZING, MIXING SOILS, POTTING, TRANSPLANTING, HANDLING CHEMICALS, CLEANING, PROPAGATING, STERILIZING SOIL, IDENTIFYING GROWTH CONTAINERS, APPLYING GROWTH SUBSTANCES, OPERATING BOILER, OPERATING EQUIPMENT, AND TESTING SOIL. THREE-FOURTHS OF THE GREENHOUSE MANAGERS REPORTED THE FOLLOWING 10 AREAS OF TRAINING UNDER CROP UNDERSTANDING, IN ORDER OF IMPORTANCE, AS ESSENTIAL--TEMPERATURE, WATER REQUIREMENTS, PINCHING, DISBUDDING, CUTTING, SPECIAL CULTURAL PRACTICES, HUMIDITY, LIFE CYCLE OF PLANT, GRADING AND PACKAGING, AND PHOTO PERIOD. IT WAS RECOMMENDED THAT EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION AND TRAINING BE PROVIDED FOR THE PROSPECTIVE GREENHOUSE GROWERS THROUGH THE COOPERATIVE EFFORTS OF EDUCATORS AND EMPLOYERS ACCORDING TO THE FINDINGS OF THIS STUDY. THIS ED.D. THESIS, WHICH WAS SUBMITTED TO MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, IS AVAILABLE AS 66-14,162 FOR $3.00 ON MICROFILM AND FOR $6.40 AS XEROXED COPY FROM UNIVERSITY MICROFILMS, INC., 300 NORTH ZEEB ROAD, ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN 48106. (WB)

Published
1966

7. 2005 International Plug and Cutting Conference sets dates.

Subjects
CONFERENCES & conventions, FLORICULTURE industry, ORNAMENTAL horticulture
Abstract

Announces the schedule of the 2005 International Plug and Cutting Conference of the floriculture industry at the Hyatt Regency in Dearborn, Michigan. Duration of the event; Contact information; Sponsors of the event.

Published
2004

8. E-BOOK PROMO.

Subjects
*LIBRARY marketing, *AUDIOBOOKS, *ORNAMENTAL horticulture, *DATABASES, *PUBLIC libraries, *PUBLIC relations, *SOUND recordings, *ELECTRONIC publications
Abstract

A photograph of landscaping work showing an "e" with headphones to promote e-audiobooks at the Grand Rapids, Michigan Public Library is presented.

Published
2010

9. What's Growing On in SHOWBIZ.

Subjects
PLANT nurseries, LANDSCAPE gardening, ORNAMENTAL horticulture
Abstract

The article reports that Ray Wiegand's Nursery Inc., Macomb Township, Michigan, was called upon by ABC-TV's Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, to landscape the home of an Oak Park, Michigan, family who needed their home remodeled. ABC contacted the nursery, which then teamed up with landscape professionals in Macomb to revitalize the family's yard.

Published
2005

10. Motel finishes $3M renovation.

Author

Smith, Jennette

Subjects
MOTELS, BUILDING repair, ORNAMENTAL horticulture, GOLF courses
Abstract

The Sunnybrook Golf Bowl Motel in Sterling Heights has completed about $3 million in renovations. The renovations include entrance landscaping and brick pavers, golf course improvements, bowling lane upgrades, motel room renovations, a new sports lounge and banquet center improvements. The renovations were completed during the past several years. The Sunnybook Center Ice Sports Lounge opened late last year.

Published
2004

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