Tree Crops Production
- Agricultural Sciences
- 700 level
- 2 credit units
- 114 pages
- 10 units
This course introduces students to tree crop production in Nigeria. It covers propagation methods, nursery management, and field establishment for major tree crops. Students will learn about citrus, mango, guava, pawpaw, cashew, banana/plantain, grapevine, agbono, and pineapple. The course emphasizes practical skills in orchard management, including maintenance, pest control, and harvesting techniques to enhance fruit production and contribute to the nation's fruit supply.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 45 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assignments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of AEM713, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
- UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE CROPS OF ECONOMICS, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL IMPORTANCE IN NIGERIA.Page 6
- UNIT 3 VEGETATIVE TECHNIQUE AS METHODS OF PROPAGATION IN TREE CROPSPage 21
- UNIT 4: PRACTICAL METHODS, MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT GENERALLY USED IN TREE CROP PRODUCTIONPage 28
- UNIT 5: PERMANENT TRANS PLANTING INTO THE FIELDPage 36
- UNIT 2: CITRUSPage 49
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
AEM713 · UNIT 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE CROPS OF ECONOMICS, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL IMPORTANCE IN NIGERIA.
Most of the Fruit tree crops cultivated in Nigeria had their origin from the Tropical Africa, South America, Asia and Sub tropical regions of the world. Nigeria is one of the distribution centres for some of the crops, e.g oil palm.
What you should be able to do
- Identify major tree crops in Nigeria
- Apply appropriate propagation techniques
- Manage tree crop nurseries effectively
- Establish and maintain tree crop orchards
- Control pests and diseases in tree crops
- Implement proper harvesting and storage methods
What it prepares you for
- Agricultural Extension Officer
- Farm Manager
- Horticultural Consultant
- Crop Production Specialist
- Agriculture
- Horticulture
- Food Processing
- Export
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 3:
Unit 9: Guava
Requires understanding of complex grafting techniques and careful handling to prevent damage to the plant.
- Module 4:
Unit 11: Cashew
Requires understanding of specific soil conditions and careful monitoring to prevent waterlogging.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 43 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1:
Unit 1: Introduction to the tree crops of economic, social and cultural importance in Nigeria. · 3 hours
Read the definition of tree crops. Identify different types of tree crops. Understand the importance of tree crops in Nigeria. Learn about the origin and production areas of important tree crops. Differentiate between sexual and vegetative propagation methods.
- Week 2Module 1:
Unit 2: Preparation and management of nursery · 3 hours
Learn factors to consider when selecting a nursery site. Understand how to prepare nursery beds. Learn about the application of nematocide and fertilizers. Understand the process of sowing seeds. Learn about mulching and watering techniques.
- Week 3Module 1:
Unit 3: Vegetative technique as methods of propagation in tree crops · 4 hours
Differentiate between budding and grafting. Learn about the essentials in budding and grafting. Understand different budding techniques. Understand different grafting techniques. Learn about post-grafting and budding care.
- Week 4Module 1:
Unit 4: Practical methods, materials and equipment generally used in tree crop production · 3 hours
Identify nursery equipment and their uses. Identify nursery materials and their uses. Learn about field equipment and their uses. Learn about field materials and their uses.
- Week 5Module 1:
Unit 5: Permanent transplanting into the field · 3 hours
Learn about the factors that determine the suitability of a field site. Understand the process of preparing the field. Learn how to mark out the field. Understand the importance of spacing. Learn how to transplant seedlings successfully.
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 6: Post-planting maintenance and services of a tree crop Orchard/plantation · 3 hours
Learn about gapping up. Understand weed control methods. Learn about moisture retention techniques (mulching). Understand shade management techniques. Learn about pruning techniques.
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 7: Citrus · 3 hours
Learn about site selection for citrus production. Identify various varieties of citrus. Understand nursery practices for citrus. Learn about seed bed preparation and sowing. Understand rootstock seed planting.
- Week 8Module 3:
Unit 8: Mango · 3 hours
Learn about site selection for mango production. Identify various varieties of mango. Understand propagation methods for mango. Learn about nursery management for mango. Understand field preparation for mango.
- Week 9Module 3:
Unit 9: Guava · 3 hours
Learn about field site selection for guava. Identify guava varieties. Understand propagation methods for guava. Learn about nursery establishment for guava. Understand stooling techniques.
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 10: Pawpaw · 3 hours
Learn about the origin and distribution of pawpaw. Understand the uses of pawpaw. Identify pawpaw varieties. Learn about pawpaw ecology. Understand pawpaw propagation.
- Week 11Module 4:
Unit 11: Cashew · 3 hours
Understand cashew taxonomy. Learn about the uses of cashew. Learn about the origin and distribution of cashew. Understand cashew ecology. Learn about cashew seed germination.
- Week 12Module 4:
Unit 12: Banana/plantain · 3 hours
Learn about the uses of banana/plantain. Understand the origin and distribution of banana/plantain. Identify banana/plantain cultivars. Learn about banana/plantain ecology. Understand banana/plantain propagation.
- Week 13Module 5:
Unit 13: Grapevine · 3 hours
Learn about climate and soil requirements for grapevine. Identify grapevine varieties and their uses. Understand grapevine propagation. Learn about land preparation and planting for grapevine. Understand staking, training, and pruning techniques for grapevine.
Unit 14: Agbono · 3 hours
Learn about seed extraction for Agbono. Understand seed germination for Agbono. Learn about budding techniques for Agbono. Understand field establishment for Agbono. Learn about field management/maintenance for Agbono.
Preparing for the exam
- Create a detailed study schedule covering all units
- Focus on understanding different propagation techniques
- Practice identifying common pests and diseases
- Review post-planting maintenance practices
- Summarize key points for each tree crop covered
Questions students ask about this course
What is AEM713 about?
This course introduces students to tree crop production in Nigeria. It covers propagation methods, nursery management, and field establishment for major tree crops. Students will learn about citrus, mango, guava, pawpaw, cashew, banana/plantain, grapevine, agbono, and pineapple. The course emphasizes practical skills in orchard management, including maintenance, pest control, and harvesting techniques to enhance fruit production and contribute to the nation's fruit supply.
How many units does AEM713 have?
AEM713, Tree Crops Production, has 10 units across 2 modules, over 114 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is AEM713?
AEM713 carries 2 credit units, at 700 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is AEM713 hard?
AEM713 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does AEM713 take to study?
About 45 hours of study, spread across its 10 units.
How is AEM713 assessed?
AEM713 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assignments and Final Examination.
What can I do with AEM713?
Agricultural Extension Officer, Farm Manager, Horticultural Consultant and Crop Production Specialist.