A person achieving this unit standard will be able to apply agrochemical products in a safe, effective and responsible manner with consideration to the environment. Furthermore, the person will be able to deal with emergencies related to the use of agrochemicals. Learners will gain an understanding of sustainable agricultural practices as applied in the animal-, plant and mixed farming sub fields. This unit standard focuses on the application of agro-chemicals in primary agriculture. They will be able to participate in, undertake and plan farming practices with knowledge of their environment. This unit standard will instill a culture of maintenance and care for both the environment as well as towards farming infrastructure and operations.
A learner achieving this unit standard will be able to explain the importance of maintaining and increasing of natural resources. Furthermore, the learner will be able to incorporate this understanding into existing farming activities by applying basic practices to conserve the environment, including natural resources. Competent learners will be familiar with the most important agricultural regulations and aspects of conservation as to provide the environment for the application of quality practices and thus strengthen agricultural practices in general. Learners will gain an understanding of sustainable agricultural practices as applied in the animal-, plant and mixed farming sub fields. The application of natural resource management in primary agriculture is focused on in this unit standard. They will be able to participate in, undertake and plan farming practices with knowledge of their environment. A culture of maintenance and care will be instilled for both the environment as well as towards farming infrastructure and operations by this unit standard.
The learner achieving this unit standard will be able to understand and evaluate nutritional resources for bees as found in various plants in environmental niches. In addition they will be well positioned to extend their learning and practice into other areas of beekeeping. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in bee keeping practices and will be able to operate in an animal production environment implementing sustainable and economically viable production principles. They will be capacitated to gain access to the mainstream agricultural sector, in animal production, impacting directly on the sustainability of the sub-sector. The improvement in production technology will also have a direct impact on the improvement of agricultural productivity of the sector.
The learner achieving this unit standard will be able to understand basic production systems, the basic managerial tasks, additional management tasks and the management objective in the agri-business environment. In addition they will be well positioned to extend their learning and practice into other areas of business and agriculture, benefiting agriculture by placing managers that are trained to understand that agricultural production is a business. Learners will understand the importance of the application of business principles in agricultural production with specific reference to production/conversion. They will be able to operate farming practices as businesses and will gain the knowledge and skills to move from a subsistence orientation to an economic orientation in agriculture. Knowledge and skills to access mainstream agriculture through a business-orientated approach to agriculture will be gained by farmers.
A learner achieving this unit standard will be able to recognize common insects, disease symptoms and weeds and apply basic control measures as per agricultural enterprise. Learners will gain an understanding of sustainable agricultural practices as applied in the animal-, plant and mixed farming sub fields. This unit standard focuses on the application of pets control practices in primary agriculture. They will be able to participate in, undertake and plan farming practices with knowledge of their environment. This unit standard will instill a culture of maintenance and care for both the environment as well as towards farming infrastructure and operations.
A learner achieving this unit standard will be able to plant a range of crops and monitor the correct establishment of crops as well as ensuring that planting is placed and spaced as required. This Unit Standard forms part of the prior learning required in the areas of plant manipulation and plant propagation. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in establishing the crop and will be able to operate in a plant production environment implementing sustainable and economically viable production principles. They will be capacitated to gain access to the mainstream agricultural sector, in plant production, impacting directly on the sustainability of the sub-sector. The improvement in production technology will also have a direct impact on the improvement of agricultural productivity of the sector.
A learner achieving this unit standard will be able to train (manipulate) plants by applying a narrow range of techniques, as well as providing limited guidance to others. This unit standard builds on the learner's skills and capacity to apply plant manipulation in a production environment and use this to contribute towards to overall productivity of a production enterprise by maximizing growth and yield. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in plant manipulation techniques and will be able to operate in a plant production environment implementing sustainable and economically viable production principles. They will be capacitated to gain access to the mainstream agricultural sector, in plant production, impacting directly on the sustainability of the sub-sector. The improvement in production technology will also have a direct impact on the improvement of agricultural productivity of the sector.
A learner achieving this unit standard will be able to apply basic soil nutrient preparations in a safe, effective and responsible manner for the benefit of plant/crop growth with consideration to the environment. Learners will gain specific knowledge and skills in soil nutrient and preparation and will be able to operate in a plant production environment implementing sustainable and economically viable production principles. They will be capacitated to gain access to the mainstream agricultural sector, in plant production, impacting directly on the sustainability of the sub-sector. The improvement in production technology will also have a direct impact on the improvement of agricultural productivity of the sector.
Ensure responsible and effective use of crop protection and animal health products. This unit empowers you to follow safety standards while safeguarding productivity and the environment.
Learn practical methods to protect and sustain the environment through your farming activities. This unit emphasizes conservation strategies that promote long-term ecological balance.
Understand how plant biology affects bee hive placement. This unit guides you in optimizing pollination and hive productivity by aligning practices with botanical principles.
Gain foundational insight into agricultural production systems and their management. This unit provides the tools to plan, organize, and improve your production efficiency.
Acquire the skills to manage crop threats using sustainable and safe practices. You'll learn how to implement pest, disease, and weed control measures without harming the ecosystem.
Track and assess crop growth stages with confidence. This unit teaches you to observe, document, and respond to developmental milestones during the early stages of crop production.
Improve crop quality and yields by applying plant manipulation techniques. This unit covers pruning, training, and other practices tailored to plant physiology and desired outcomes.
Build essential knowledge of soil health and nutrient management. This unit helps you analyze soil conditions and implement fertilization strategies to boost crop performance.
This foundational requirement ensures learners can read, write and communicate clearly in English. Strong literacy supports learning, helps with understanding technical content, and ensures effective participation in plant production training.