Seed Biology, Production & Quality - February 2007

With the importance of seed quality becoming increasingly vital to agricultural needs, it is critical that producers have an understanding of the biological factors that contribute to the development and maintenance of seed viability and vigor. This course presents the scientific background for production, handling, storage and quality control procedures in the seed industry. It provides an opportunity for professionals in the seed industry, crop consultants and growers, to expand and update their knowledge about seed biology, production and quality.

Topics include:

Flowering and seed development
Seed Health and Phytosanitation
Seed testing: vigor and viability
Seed biotechnology
Seed production
Seed harvesting and conditioning
Seed storages and longevity
Seed enhancement

This course is a partnership between the UC Davis Seed Biotechnology Center and UC Davis Extension

Lead Instructor: Kent Bradford, Ph.D., is the director of the Seed Biotechnology Center at UC Davis, and a professor in the Department of Plant Sciences

2007 Seed course agenda

When: Feb. 21 & 22: Wed., 8:30 a.m.-6 p.m. & Thurs., 8 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Buehler Alumni and Visitors Center, Old Davis Rd, UC Davis, CA  (Map)

Fee: $550 includes two lunches, a social & course materials

For more information and to enroll go to UNEX