Agriscience Mechanics is an exciting new approach that connects important science principles with mechanical skills. This approach adds meaning and excitement to the traditional areas of agricultural mechanics. It is right in line with the expectations of agricultural industry. - Preface.

Presents a modern approach to the agricultural industry, including horticulture, forestry, natural resources, and the environment, with emphasis on the basics of plant and animal production.

This new Fifth Edition provides students with a comprehensive introduction to the agriculture industry. Updated photos and easy-to-understand text introduce students to a variety of interesting agriscience concepts and skills, including agriscience career clusters and pathways, how science is used in agriculture, real-world applications of agriscience, and what it means to be a professional in the agriscience industry. New chapters on leadership and student organizations such as FFA have been added with a focus on developing the traits that define a successful member of the agriscience community. Expanded coverage of genetics, biotechnology, food safety, entomology, and agricultural mechanics makes this edition a comprehensive learning tool for students interested in an agriscience career. - Back cover.

Reports on a student-focused teaching approach for agricultural sciences in secondary education.