Plant Breeding for the Home Gardener

Rutgers professor and plant geneticist, Tom Orton, introduces the basics of plant breeding in a way that everyone can understand. Learn flower parts, cross-pollination, and how plants inherit genes through their DNA. Gain knowledge of the breeding strategies for some common domestic plant species. You will be able to plan and execute your own backyard breeding program with the skills learned in this class, and even develop and name your own plant variety. Dr. Orton earned his PhD in Genetics and Botany at Michigan State University and is currently a Professor and Extension Specialist at Rutgers University. This program is eligible for 2.0 Rutgers Master Gardener CEU’s.