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ACP303Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

PERMANENT CROPS PRODUCTION

This course provides a comprehensive overview of permanent crop production, focusing on key factors influencing their growth and yield. It explores climatic, edaphic, and economic considerations essential for successful crop cultivation. The course covers specific permanent crops such as cacao, coffee, kola nut, oil palm, citrus, cashew, bananas, and rubber, detailing their botany, nursery operations, field management, harvesting, and processing techniques. Students will gain practical knowledge for optimizing permanent crop production.

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156h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
none
Math Level
Course Keywords
Permanent CropsCrop ProductionOil PalmCacaoRubber

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
📚
Math Level
No Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Climatic Factors in Crop Production

2

Edaphic Factors in Crop Production

3

Economic Factors in Crop Production

4

Nursery Management

5

Field Management

6

Harvesting and Processing

7

Pest and Disease Control

8

Stimulant Crops

9

Oil Crops

10

Latex Crops

Total Topics10 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

Apply your skills in this growing field

Farm Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Agricultural Extension Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Crop Production Specialist

Apply your skills in this growing field

Horticultural Consultant

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFood and BeveragePharmaceuticalsCosmeticsManufacturing

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: General Introduction to Permanent Crops

3h

Unit 1: Factors Affecting Permanent Crop Production

3 study hours
  • •Read introduction to crops and their needs.
  • •Study climatic factors: rainfall, solar radiation, temperature, humidity, and winds.
  • •Understand how these factors influence crop selection and production.
Week
2

Module 1: General Introduction to Permanent Crops

3h

Unit 1: Factors Affecting Permanent Crop Production

3 study hours
  • •Study edaphic factors: soil fertility, acidity, and physical characteristics.
  • •Analyze how soil properties affect crop adaptation and nutrient availability.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise on climatic and edaphic factors.
Week
3

Module 1: General Introduction to Permanent Crops

3h

Unit 2: Principles and Operations in Tree/Permanent Crops Production

3 study hours
  • •Study nursery activities and operations.
  • •Understand seed collection, handling, storage, and pre-testing.
  • •Learn about seedling production and sowing techniques.
Week
4

Module 1: General Introduction to Permanent Crops

3h

Unit 2: Principles and Operations in Tree/Permanent Crops Production

3 study hours
  • •Study field activities and operations: land acquisition, clearing, layout, and lining.
  • •Understand hole-digging and transplanting of seedlings.
  • •Learn about post-planting maintenance operations: shade, weeds, pests, and diseases management.
Week
5

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 3: CACAO

3 study hours
  • •Study the botany of cacao, including varieties, flowers, and pods.
  • •Understand the requirements for cacao growth.
  • •Learn about the world distribution of cacao.
Week
6

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 3: CACAO

3 study hours
  • •Study nursery operations for cacao.
  • •Understand field operations for cacao.
  • •Learn about harvesting and processing of cacao.
Week
7

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 3: CACAO

3 study hours
  • •Study grading, processing, and marketing of cacao.
  • •Understand the products of cocoa.
  • •Complete Self-Assessment Exercise on cacao breeds and areas of dominance.
Week
8

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 4: COFFEE

3 study hours
  • •Study the history and spread of coffee.
  • •Understand the botany of coffee, including the coffee tree and related species.
  • •Learn about agro-climatic requirements for coffee production.
Week
9

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 4: COFFEE

3 study hours
  • •Study edaphic requirements for coffee production.
  • •Understand nursery operations for coffee.
  • •Learn about field operations for coffee, including pre-planting and planting operations.
Week
10

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 4: COFFEE

3 study hours
  • •Study post-planting operations for coffee: weed, pest, and disease management.
  • •Understand harvesting and partial processing of coffee.
  • •Learn about grading and storage of coffee.
Week
11

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 5: COLA/KOLA

3 study hours
  • •Study the history and development of kola.
  • •Understand the botany of kola.
  • •Learn about ecology and agro-climatic requirements for kola.
Week
12

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 5: COLA/KOLA

3 study hours
  • •Study propagation of kola.
  • •Understand pests and diseases of kola.
  • •Learn about harvesting and post-harvesting management of kola.
Week
13

Module 2: Stimulant/Beverage Crops

3h

Unit 5: COLA/KOLA

3 study hours
  • •Study grading and marketing of kola.
  • •Understand the composition of kola.
  • •Learn about the uses of kola and kola trade.

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

Review the factors that influence crop production, focusing on climatic, edaphic, and economic elements.

2

Create a table comparing the botany, nursery operations, and field management of cacao, coffee, and kola.

3

Practice identifying pests and diseases of permanent crops using images from the course materials.

4

Summarize the harvesting and processing techniques for each crop, noting key differences.

5

Focus on the economic importance and uses of each crop, including their industrial applications.

6

Create flashcards for key terms related to crop production, such as 'edaphic factors,' 'nursery operations,' and 'harvesting techniques.'

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