Entomology is the study of insects. Entomologists, the persons who study insects, observe, sample, rear and experiment with insects. Research undertaken by entomologists covers the total range of disciplines with a biological connotation and includes ecology, evolution, behavior and anatomy. Biologists work with insects for many reasons, such as simplicity of maintaining laboratory cultures, rapid reproduction tempo and population turnover and high population numbers.

What is Soil Science?

Soil Science is the science that treats soil as a natural resource. Through first-rate instruction, an extensive research programme and active participation with the agricultural and farming communities information is provided on the origins, classification, geographical diversity and utilisation of the country's soil; the promotion of sustainable production of plants to supply the food and fibre requirements of the population; and measures to combat deterioration of the environment to ensure healthy living environments for the population and wildlife.

What is agronomy?

The prerequisites with regard to soil and climate is set by the individual crops and these requiremens are studied and based on this the field is tilled and fertilised.  The climate requirements determine the cultivar to be chosen as well as the date of planting and the planting techniques.  Following crop establishment the plants have to be protected against weeds, diseases and insects.  When cultivation occurs under irrigation conditions it is of importance to apply water according to the plants' needs at different developments stages.  Eventually the crop has to be harvested and to ensure the quality this has to be executed at the correct stage with the best techniques.

Horticulture refers to the scientific cultivation of garden crops. This science denotes the study and application of scientific processes, mechanisms and techniques to increase, manipulate and cultivate horticultural crops to the advantage of man. The field of study is inextricably interwoven with subject specific disciplines, especially plant physiology and plant biochemistry. Moreover, the discipline is supplemented by other disciplines such as soil science, botany, genetics, plant protection, and others. Although the practice and application of practical skills enjoy much attention, we place much emphasis on the scientific foundations and principles involved. The discipline entails much more than the breeding, cultivation and taking care of garden crops, generally referred to as horticulture.

Plant breeding is essentially the study of: