Principles Of Crop Production
- Agricultural Sciences
- 200 level
- 2 credit units
- 237 pages
- 13 units
This course introduces the fundamental principles of crop production, exploring the interaction between plants and their environment. It covers plant classification, nomenclature, and responses to various conditions. Students will learn to manipulate plants and their external conditions for improved growth, development, and yield. The course also addresses cultural practices, pest and disease management, and harvesting techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of crop production.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 78 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of AGR203, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
AGR203 · UNIT 1 DEVELOPMENT OF CROP PRODUCTION
You should be able to use the knowledge acquired in this course in planning and executing successfully crop production of any field crop in your locality. I wish you success in this course and hope that you find it interesting and useful. Good luck!
What you should be able to do
- Classify plants based on botanical similarities and uses
- Describe various cropping systems used in crop production
- Identify appropriate fertilizers for specific crops and conditions
- Describe different tillage practices and their roles
- Identify common pests and diseases and recommend control measures
- Describe harvesting, thrashing, and processing of field crops
What it prepares you for
- Agricultural Extension Officer
- Farm Manager
- Crop Consultant
- Agronomist
- Agricultural Researcher
- Farming
- Agricultural Research
- Food Processing
- Government Agencies
- Consulting
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 1: Introduction
Unit 4: Tillage Practices
Understanding different tillage practices and their specific applications requires practical experience and knowledge of soil types.
- Module 3:
Unit 1: Pests and Diseases
Requires understanding of complex biological interactions and specific control measures for different types of pests and diseases.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 78 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: Introduction
Unit 1: Development of Crop Production · 6 hours
Read about the historical development of crop production.. Identify the centres of origin of field crops.. Understand the classification of field crops..
- Week 2Module 1: Introduction
Unit 2: Cropping Systems · 6 hours
Define cropping systems and their classifications.. Study shifting cultivation and its disadvantages.. Understand continuous cropping and its advantages..
- Week 3Module 1: Introduction
Unit 3: Fertilisers and their Uses · 6 hours
Learn about different types of fertilizers and their uses.. Understand the role of nutrients in plant growth.. Identify deficiency symptoms of fertilizers..
- Week 4Module 1: Introduction
Unit 4: Tillage Practices · 6 hours
Define tillage and its purposes.. Study different types of tillage practices.. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each tillage practice..
- Week 5Module 2:
Unit 1: Seeds and Seedlings · 6 hours
Understand the importance of quality seeds and planting materials.. Learn about seed germination and dormancy.. Study seed treatments and their methods..
- Week 6Module 2:
Unit 2: Soil and Water Conservation · 6 hours
Describe the principles of soil water conservation.. Study various methods of water conservation.. Understand the role of tillage practices in soil conservation..
- Week 7Module 2:
Unit 3: Irrigation and Drainage · 6 hours
Define irrigation and drainage.. Study different methods of irrigation and drainage.. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each method..
- Week 8Module 2:
Unit 4: Weeds · 6 hours
Define a weed and enumerate its harmful effects.. Classify weeds based on life span and controllability.. Understand the characteristics of weeds..
- Week 9Module 2:
Unit 5: Weeds Control · 6 hours
Study the principles of weed control.. Learn about cultural weed management systems.. Understand chemical methods of weed control..
- Week 10Module 3:
Unit 1: Pests and Diseases · 6 hours
Define and classify pests.. Study the effects of pests on crop plants.. Understand insect pest control methods..
- Week 11Module 3:
Unit 2: Crop Improvement · 6 hours
Study Mendel's work in genetics.. Understand Mendelian laws.. Learn about methods of crop improvement..
- Week 12Module 3:
Unit 3: Harvesting and Processing of Field Crops · 6 hours
Study harvesting methods for field crops.. Learn about grain cleaning and drying.. Understand standardization and grading of grains..
- Week 13Module 3:
Unit 4: Storage of Field Crops · 6 hours
Define storage and its role in the economy.. Study different methods of storage.. Understand integrated pest management in storage..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a study schedule allocating specific time for each unit.
- Focus on understanding the principles behind each crop production practice.
- Use diagrams and flowcharts to visualize complex processes like crop rotation.
- Practice identifying pests and diseases from images and descriptions.
- Review all Tutor-Marked Assignments (TMAs) and their solutions thoroughly.
Questions students ask about this course
What is AGR203 about?
This course introduces the fundamental principles of crop production, exploring the interaction between plants and their environment. It covers plant classification, nomenclature, and responses to various conditions. Students will learn to manipulate plants and their external conditions for improved growth, development, and yield. The course also addresses cultural practices, pest and disease management, and harvesting techniques, providing a comprehensive understanding of crop production.
How many units does AGR203 have?
AGR203, Principles Of Crop Production, has 13 units across 3 modules, over 237 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is AGR203?
AGR203 carries 2 credit units, at 200 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is AGR203 hard?
AGR203 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does AGR203 take to study?
About 78 hours of study, spread across its 13 units.
How is AGR203 assessed?
AGR203 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What can I do with AGR203?
Agricultural Extension Officer, Farm Manager, Crop Consultant, Agronomist and Agricultural Researcher.