This course will cover the important aspect of the propagation of plants, by both sexual and asexual methods. Theories of propagation, practical techniques and propagation equipment and facilities used to increase plant numbers will be discussed. These will include common techniques used for plantation crops such as propagation by seeds, propagation by cuttings, grafting, layering, buddings, modified stems, roots and leaves. Tissue culture techniques will also be explored. The outcomes shall be assessed through a variety of tools which include final examination, test, assignment and project.
