The effective practice of agricultural science

Abstract

Agricultural scientists strive to become the most effective they can in the practice of their field. Today this requires them to acquire a wide range of knowledge and skill competencies not only in their particular scientific discipline but also in areas of philosophy, ethics, law, public relations and business. The aim of this chapter is to give the reader a profile of an effective, modern agricultural scientist, including an idea of the most important issues that s/he faces when operating within this very demanding and, at times, rather hostile environment. © 2005 Springer.