Meaning of the word agronomy in English

What does agronomy mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

agronomy

US /əˈɡrɑːnəmi/
UK /əˈɡrɒnəmi/

Noun

the science of soil management and crop production

Example:
He studied agronomy to improve farming techniques.
Advances in agronomy have led to higher crop yields.