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CRP311Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Store Produce Protection

This course provides an in-depth understanding of store produce protection, covering the meaning and significance of storing agricultural produce. It explores organisms that are inimical to stored produce and various storage methods. The course also examines pesticides used in stored produce protection, including their role in pest management, major groups, toxicology, and application techniques. Furthermore, it emphasizes safety precautions in handling pesticides and addresses pesticide residue issues.

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40h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Store ProducePest ManagementPesticidesStorage MethodsFood Security

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

Stored Produce Definition

2

Organisms Inimical to Stored Produce

3

Storage Methods

4

Pesticide Groups

5

Pesticide Toxicology

6

Pesticide Application Techniques

7

Pesticide Safety

8

Pesticide Residue

9

Environmental Impact of Pesticides

Total Topics9 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic knowledge of agriculture

Basic understanding of chemistry

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

Assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Tutor-Marked Assessments

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

Agricultural Extension Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Store Manager

Apply your skills in this growing field

Quality Control Inspector

Apply your skills in this growing field

Food Safety Auditor

Apply your skills in this growing field

Environmental Health Officer

Apply your skills in this growing field

Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureFood StoragePest ControlEnvironmental ManagementPublic Health

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: The Meaning, Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce

2h

Unit 1: Definition of Stored Produce and Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce

2 study hours
  • •Define stored produce and differentiate between produce and products.
  • •Understand the significance of storing agricultural produce for price stabilization and food security.
Week
2

Module 1: The Meaning, Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce

2h

Unit 2: Organisms Inimical to Stored Produce

2 study hours
  • •Identify organisms inimical to stored produce, including fungi, bacteria, insects, and vertebrate pests.
  • •Understand the effects of these organisms on stored produce quality and quantity.
Week
3

Module 1: The Meaning, Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce

2h

Unit 3: Storage Methods/Structures for Stored Produce

2 study hours
  • •Describe various storage methods for grains, pulses, roots, tubers, fruits, and vegetables.
  • •Evaluate the effectiveness of ventilated and unventilated storage structures.
Week
4

Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection

2h

Unit 1: Role of Pesticides in Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

2 study hours
  • •Explain the role of pesticides in integrated pest management (IPM).
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of pesticide use in agriculture.
Week
5

Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection

2h

Unit 2: Major Groups of Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection

2 study hours
  • •Identify major groups of pesticides used in stored produce protection, including pyrethroids, organophosphorus compounds, organochlorines, and carbamates.
  • •Describe the mode of entry of pesticides into pests.
Week
6

Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection

2h

Unit 3: Toxicology of Major Groups of Pesticides

2 study hours
  • •Understand the concept of toxicity and its effects on humans.
  • •Differentiate between acute and chronic toxicity of pesticides.
Week
7

Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection

2h

Unit 1: Principles of Pesticides Application

2 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of pesticide application.
  • •Classify pesticides based on their characteristics and mode of action.
Week
8

Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection

2h

Unit 2: Significance of Droplet Size

2 study hours
  • •Explain the significance of droplet size in pesticide application.
  • •Identify factors affecting the movement of pesticide droplets.
Week
9

Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection

2h

Unit 3: Application Techniques for Control of Storage Pests

2 study hours
  • •Describe various application techniques for controlling storage pests.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each method.
Week
10

Module 4: Application Machinery and Safe Handling of Pesticides

4h

Unit 1: Pesticide Application Equipment

2 study hours
  • •Identify different types of pesticide application equipment.
  • •Understand the principles of pesticides application for controlling field pests.

Unit 4: Principles of Pesticides Application for Controlling Field Pests

2 study hours
  • •Understand the principles of pesticides application for controlling field pests.
  • •Identify the causes of spraying inefficiencies
Week
11

Module 4: Application Machinery and Safe Handling of Pesticides

2h

Unit 2: Safety Precaution in Handling Pesticides

2 study hours
  • •Describe safety precautions in handling pesticides.
  • •Understand the importance of using personal protective equipment (PPE).
Week
12

Module 4: Application Machinery and Safe Handling of Pesticides

2h

Unit 3: Signs and First Aids for Pesticides Poisoning

2 study hours
  • •Recognize signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning.
  • •Administer appropriate first aid measures for pesticide poisoning.
Week
13

Module 5: Pesticide Residue

4h

Unit 1: Pesticides and the Environment

2 study hours
  • •Understand the impact of pesticides on the terrestrial and aquatic environment.
  • •Discuss the decline of pesticides in treated produce.

Unit 2: Pesticides/Chemical Residue in Stored Produce

2 study hours
  • •Understand the impact of pesticides on the terrestrial and aquatic environment.
  • •Discuss the decline of pesticides in treated produce.

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 a detailed study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.

2

Focus on understanding the different types of storage methods and their applications.

3

Practice identifying common pests of stored produce and the pesticides used to control them.

4

Review the safety precautions for handling pesticides and the first aid measures for pesticide poisoning.

5

Create concept maps linking pesticide groups to their toxicology and environmental impact.

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