Horticulture, Land, and Resource Management

Become part of the next generation of environmental leaders.

The horticulture, land, and resource management major is a multidisciplinary field of study that focuses on the sustainable management of land and natural resources, with a particular emphasis on horticultural practices and agricultural systems. Students in this major gain a deep understanding of the interactions between plants, soils, and the environment while also learning to manage land and resources in a method that generates sustainable revenue and profits.

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Hands-on Engaged Learning

Whether it’s studying soil conservation practices in person, optimizing water use efficiency at a citrus grove, or determining how to preserve native habits during a farm expansion, hands-on experiences go beyond theoretical knowledge, preparing students for challenges and opportunities in this evolving industry.

Industry Relevant Curriculum

With a broad focus that reflects the major shift in the way land is being used and managed as a business entity, classes cover a range of diverse and relevant topics including Florida soils and horticultural crops, commercial fruit production, juice processing, land management, real estate valuation, and property and contract law.

Exciting Career Opportunities

Growers of horticultural crops of interest, graduates with a major in horticulture, land, and resource management find rewarding professional opportunities as land use planners, natural resource managers, project managers, agriculture logistics specialists, environmental consultants, and urban planners.

Meet Our Mocs

Spencer Graybeal

My FSC internship at Flowerwood Nursery, Inc. changed my perspective of the operations within a plant nursery, and after graduation I gained a position with the nursery as an inventory field counter. In addition to current inventory duties, I assist in other areas such as gathering water samples to read pH, EC, and nitrates, and applying beneficial insects across the nursery. I learn something new every day, and I am eternally grateful for the internship, classes, and hands-on experience at �Թ��.

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Mollie Tew

Deciding on �Թ�� to pursue my major was a career-defining choice. The hands-on learning and quality education not only empowered me to reach my goals during my time there but also set the stage for success in my current job as the 4-H/Urban Horticulture Assistant for UF/IFAS Extension Hillsborough County. I extend my gratitude to the dedicated professors whose guidance played a crucial role in me achieving my goals.

Mollie Tew

Alex Perdue

Before coming to Florida Southern, I would say that my understanding of plants and horticultural techniques was quite limited. However, after four years of being with the program, the skills and knowledge that I obtained from my classes, hands-on learning in labs, and conducting my own research provided a solid foundation for me to effectively enter the workforce upon graduating.

Courses such as plant anatomy, genetics, microbiology, and soil science and learning how to identify pests and diseases helped prepare me for my career working with one of the largest plant genetics companies in the world, Sakata Seed America, Inc.

Alex Perdue

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Malcolm Manners

I like to work closely with my students, from a scientific research point of view. Define a problem, design a method of coming up with the answer to the problem, and then actually do the research to find the answers. I think it is important to instill the sense of curiosity and joy and wonder about what we do.

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First-Years

All freshman applicants to �Թ��s full-time degree programs must submit the following information:

A completed application form
An official high school transcript
SAT and/or ACT scores (unless applying Test-Optional)
Academic recommendation

Transfers

Applying to Florida Southern as a transfer student is easy.

A completed application form
Personal statement
All official college transcripts
Social standing form

If transferring less than 24 credits, we also need your:

Official high school transcript
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