Store Produce Protection
- Agricultural Sciences
- 300 level
- 2 credit units
- 118 pages
- 16 units
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.
About this course
- Difficulty
- Intermediate
- Study hours
- 40 hours
- Maths
- Basic
- Content
- Theoretical, practical
- Practical work
- Yes
- Basic knowledge of agriculture
- Basic understanding of chemistry
- Assignments
- Tutor Marked Assessments
- Final Examination
What you'll read
The real module and unit structure of CRP311, taken from the course material NOUN publishes.
One paragraph, so you can see how it reads
CRP311 · UNIT 1 DEFINITION OF STORED PRODUCE AND SIGNIFICANCE OF STORING AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE
The overall goal of storage is food security for the nation which is about self- sufficiency, self- reliance, availability and affordability of safe good quality food in adequate quantity all year round for daily consumption and reserve for emergency/disaster relief.
What you should be able to do
- Define stored produce and its significance.
- Identify organisms harmful to stored produce.
- Apply appropriate storage methods.
- Understand pesticide groups and their toxicology.
- Apply pesticides safely and effectively.
- Minimize pesticide residue in stored produce.
- Assess the environmental impact of pesticides.
What it prepares you for
- Agricultural Extension Officer
- Store Manager
- Quality Control Inspector
- Food Safety Auditor
- Environmental Health Officer
- Agriculture
- Food Storage
- Pest Control
- Environmental Management
- Public Health
- Sprayers
- Dusters
- Foggers
- Moisture meters
Where it gets hard
The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.
- Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 3: Toxicology of Major Groups of Pesticides
Understanding the specific chemical properties and interactions of different pesticide groups requires a strong foundation in chemistry.
- Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 2: Significance of Droplet Size
Accurately calculating and adjusting for the effects of evaporation, gravity, and meteorological factors on pesticide droplet movement demands strong analytical skills.
A suggested way through it
13 weeks, about 30 hours in total. Yours will differ.
- Week 1Module 1: The Meaning, Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce
Unit 1: Definition of Stored Produce and Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce · 2 hours
Define stored produce and differentiate between produce and products.. Understand the significance of storing agricultural produce for price stabilization and food security..
- Week 2Module 1: The Meaning, Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce
Unit 2: Organisms Inimical to Stored Produce · 2 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 3Module 1: The Meaning, Significance of Storing Agricultural Produce
Unit 3: Storage Methods/Structures for Stored Produce · 2 hours
Describe various storage methods for grains, pulses, roots, tubers, fruits, and vegetables.. Evaluate the effectiveness of ventilated and unventilated storage structures..
- Week 4Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 1: Role of Pesticides in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) · 2 hours
Explain the role of pesticides in integrated pest management (IPM).. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of pesticide use in agriculture..
- Week 5Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 2: Major Groups of Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection · 2 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 6Module 2: Pesticides Used in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 3: Toxicology of Major Groups of Pesticides · 2 hours
Understand the concept of toxicity and its effects on humans.. Differentiate between acute and chronic toxicity of pesticides..
- Week 7Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 1: Principles of Pesticides Application · 2 hours
Understand the principles of pesticide application.. Classify pesticides based on their characteristics and mode of action..
- Week 8Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 2: Significance of Droplet Size · 2 hours
Explain the significance of droplet size in pesticide application.. Identify factors affecting the movement of pesticide droplets..
- Week 9Module 3: Pesticides Application in Stored Produce Protection
Unit 3: Application Techniques for Control of Storage Pests · 2 hours
Describe various application techniques for controlling storage pests.. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each method..
- Week 10Module 4: Application Machinery and Safe Handling of Pesticides
Unit 1: Pesticide Application Equipment · 2 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 hours
Understand the principles of pesticides application for controlling field pests.. Identify the causes of spraying inefficiencies.
- Week 11Module 4: Application Machinery and Safe Handling of Pesticides
Unit 2: Safety Precaution in Handling Pesticides · 2 hours
Describe safety precautions in handling pesticides.. Understand the importance of using personal protective equipment (PPE)..
- Week 12Module 4: Application Machinery and Safe Handling of Pesticides
Unit 3: Signs and First Aids for Pesticides Poisoning · 2 hours
Recognize signs and symptoms of pesticide poisoning.. Administer appropriate first aid measures for pesticide poisoning..
- Week 13Module 5: Pesticide Residue
Unit 1: Pesticides and the Environment · 2 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 hours
Understand the impact of pesticides on the terrestrial and aquatic environment.. Discuss the decline of pesticides in treated produce..
Preparing for the exam
- Create a detailed study schedule allocating specific time slots for each module and unit.
- Focus on understanding the different types of storage methods and their applications.
- Practice identifying common pests of stored produce and the pesticides used to control them.
- Review the safety precautions for handling pesticides and the first aid measures for pesticide poisoning.
- Create concept maps linking pesticide groups to their toxicology and environmental impact.
Questions students ask about this course
What is CRP311 about?
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.
How many units does CRP311 have?
CRP311, Store Produce Protection, has 16 units across 5 modules, over 118 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.
How many credit units is CRP311?
CRP311 carries 2 credit units, at 300 level in Agricultural Sciences.
Is CRP311 hard?
CRP311 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical and practical work, and it has a practical component.
How long does CRP311 take to study?
About 40 hours of study, spread across its 16 units.
How is CRP311 assessed?
CRP311 is assessed by Assignments, Tutor Marked Assessments and Final Examination.
What do I need before starting CRP311?
Basic knowledge of agriculture Basic understanding of chemistry
What can I do with CRP311?
Agricultural Extension Officer, Store Manager, Quality Control Inspector, Food Safety Auditor and Environmental Health Officer.