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ACP301Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

ARABLE CROP PRODUCTION

This course provides a comprehensive overview of arable crop production, focusing on key families like Gramineae and Leguminosae, and essential crops such as maize, rice, cowpea, cassava, yam, sweet potato, and cotton. It covers cultivation techniques, climatic and soil requirements, pest and disease management, and harvesting and storage practices. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for efficient and sustainable arable crop production in West Africa.

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208h
Study Time
13
Weeks
16h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Arable CropsCrop ProductionGramineaeLeguminosaeWest Africa

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Gramineae Family

2

Maize Cultivation

3

Rice Cultivation

4

Leguminosae Family

5

Cowpea Cultivation

6

Root and Tuber Crops

7

Cassava Cultivation

8

Yam Cultivation

9

Sweet Potato Cultivation

10

Malvaceae Family

11

Cotton Cultivation

12

Ginger Cultivation

Total Topics12 topics

Ready to Start

No specific requirements needed

This course is designed to be accessible to all students. You can start immediately without any prior knowledge or specific preparation.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Agronomist

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Farm Manager

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Agricultural Extension Officer

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Crop Production Specialist

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Agricultural Researcher

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFood ProductionAgribusinessResearch InstitutionsGovernment Agencies

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

3h

Unit 1: Introduction

3 study hours
  • •Study the botanical characteristics of Gramineae family
  • •Identify different parts of a grass spikelet
  • •Understand the floral formula of Gramineae
Week
2

Module 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4h

Unit 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4 study hours
  • •Examine the climatic and soil requirements for maize
  • •Study the cultivation practices including land preparation, sowing, and thinning
  • •Understand the methods of weeding, harvesting, and storage
Week
3

Module 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4h

Unit 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4 study hours
  • •Learn about maize diseases and their control measures
  • •Study the pests of maize and methods to control insect infestation
  • •Understand non-insect pests and their management
Week
4

Module 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4h

Unit 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4 study hours
  • •Study the climatic requirements for rice cultivation
  • •Understand the cultivation of upland and swamp rice
  • •Learn about terrestrial and earthwork practices
Week
5

Module 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4h

Unit 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4 study hours
  • •Study the nursery practices for rice cultivation
  • •Understand the methods of planting rice
  • •Learn about rice pests and their control measures
Week
6

Module 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4h

Unit 1: GRAMINEAE (POACEAE) (10,000 SP.)

4 study hours
  • •Study the varieties of guinea corn grown
  • •Understand the yield potential of guinea corn
  • •Learn about the diseases and pests affecting guinea corn
Week
7

Module 2: Family Leguminosae

3h

Unit 2: Family Leguminosae

3 study hours
  • •Study the botany of the Leguminosae family
  • •Understand the characteristics of pulses (grain legumes)
  • •Learn about the cultivation practices for cowpea
Week
8

Module 2: Family Leguminosae

4h

Unit 2: Family Leguminosae

4 study hours
  • •Study the yield potential of cowpea
  • •Understand the pests affecting cowpea and their control measures
  • •Learn about beetles and their impact on cowpea
Week
9

Module 3: ROOT AND TUBER CROPS

4h

Unit 3: Root and Tuber Crops

4 study hours
  • •Study the climatic and soil requirements for cassava
  • •Understand the varieties of cassava grown
  • •Learn about the cultivation practices for cassava
Week
10

Module 3: ROOT AND TUBER CROPS

4h

Unit 3: Root and Tuber Crops

4 study hours
  • •Study the yield potential of cassava
  • •Understand the diseases and pests affecting cassava
  • •Learn about the climatic and soil requirements for yam
Week
11

Module 3: ROOT AND TUBER CROPS

4h

Unit 3: Root and Tuber Crops

4 study hours
  • •Study the varieties of yam grown
  • •Understand the cultivation practices for yam
  • •Learn about the yield potential and storage methods for yam
Week
12

Module 3: ROOT AND TUBER CROPS

4h

Unit 3: Root and Tuber Crops

4 study hours
  • •Study the diseases and pests affecting yam
  • •Understand the climatic and soil requirements for sweet potato
  • •Learn about the varieties of sweet potato grown
Week
13

Module 4: FAMILY MALVACEAE

4h

Unit 4: Family Malvaceae

4 study hours
  • •Study the cultivation practices for sweet potato
  • •Understand the yield potential and pests affecting sweet potato
  • •Study the botany of the Malvaceae family and cotton

This study schedule is in beta and may not be accurate. Please use it as a guide and consult the course outline for the most accurate information.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create detailed crop-specific cultivation calendars summarizing key stages and requirements from Units 1, 2, and 3

2

Develop pest and disease identification guides with control measures from all units

3

Practice identifying plant families (Gramineae, Leguminosae, Malvaceae, Zingiberaceae) based on botanical characteristics

4

Focus on understanding the specific climatic and soil requirements for each crop

5

Review the different cultivation methods for rice (upland vs. swamp) and yam (mounds vs. ridges)

6

Prepare case studies on integrated pest management strategies for maize, cowpea, and cotton

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