Agroecology: beyond sustainable agriculture
Course description
In this course, we will explore an overview of Agroecology. We will begin with an analysis of the impacts caused by the use of pesticides and other negative effects generated by the conventional production system. Next, we will address ecological-based agriculture movements, providing a systemic view of the various movements in this field.
Objectives
- Understand the impact of pesticide use in agriculture.
- Understand the negative impacts caused by the dominant production system.
- Learn about the various movements linked to ecological-based agriculture, as well as agroecological strategies that can be applied.
Study units
- Pesticides
- Other negative environmental impacts
- Movements of Sustainable or Ecological-Based Agriculture
- Agroecology
- Agroecological Strategies
Dedication
- Theoretical study (80%)
- Activities (20%)
Student commitment
- Access
- Study
- Perform the activity
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