Soils, Agriculture and the Environment of Uruguay - Fall Break

Program Overview

Soils, agriculture & the environment of Uruguay program examines the soils, agriculture, and environment across Uruguay via a series of visits to farms, forests, rivers, parks, and professional field offices to develop an understanding and appreciation of South America's northern Pampas, the national importance of the Universidad de la Republica, and Uruguay's unique and vibrant culture and agricultural economy.  

Program Goals and Outcomes:

The overarching goal of this course is for students to gain an appreciation and respect for the rich culture of Uruguay and the importance and value of Spanish as a globally relevant language in agriculture and the environment. 

The technical day-to-day goal is for students to learn about the soils of Uruguay as well as how the nation of Uruguay manages those soils for agriculture (crops, livestock), forestry, and environmental quality.

3 Course Credits: AGRON 496, Globe 496, or En Sci 496 (Fall 2023 Semester)