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CRP509Agricultural Sciences2 Unitsintermediate

Organic Crop Production Systems

This course introduces the concept and principles of organic agriculture, emphasizing systems that avoid chemical usage in crop production. It aims to promote a healthy environment for humans and other living organisms. Students will learn to utilize natural resources such as animal manures for soil fertility, plant extracts for pest and disease control, and various cultural practices as alternatives to chemicals in cropping systems. The course covers soil resource management, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable land clearing.

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45h
Study Time
13
Weeks
3h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
Organic Crop ProductionSoil ConservationBiodiversityPest ManagementSustainable Agriculture

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
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Math Level
Basic Math
🔬
Learning Type
Hands-on Practice

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

Soil Resource Management

2

Soil Fertility Evaluation

3

Mixed Farming Systems

4

Biodiversity Conservation

5

Sustainable Land Clearing

6

Organic Crop Protection

7

Organic Food Standards

8

Organic Certification

9

Pest Management

10

Botanicals in Pest Control

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 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

Organic Farmer

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Agricultural Consultant

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Sustainable Agriculture Specialist

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Environmental Conservationist

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Crop Production Manager

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

AgricultureEnvironmental ConservationFood ProductionSustainable Development

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1: Soil Resource Management In Organic Crop System (Soil And Water Conservation).

4h

Unit 1: Definition, Importance of Soil Conservation in Organic Crop System and Practices that Adversely Affect the Soil in Organic Crop System.

2 study hours
  • •Define soil conservation in organic crop systems.
  • •Identify practices that adversely affect soil quality.
  • •Explain the importance of soil conservation for biodiversity and soil quality.

Unit 2: Soil Conservation Practices in Organic Cropping Systems

2 study hours
  • •Describe practices such as maintaining soil cover and using crop residues.
  • •Explain how limiting soil disturbance and incorporating manures conserve soil.
  • •Discuss the role of crop rotation in soil conservation.
Week
2

Module 1: Soil Resource Management In Organic Crop System (Soil And Water Conservation).

2h

Unit 3: Soil Water Conservation in Organic Crop System

2 study hours
  • •Define soil water conservation.
  • •Explain how crop rotation and cover crops enhance soil moisture conservation.
  • •Describe the role of alley cropping in reducing soil moisture loss.
Week
3

Module 2 Soil Fertility Evaluation And Management (Manuring, Fallowing, Mulching, Composting).

2h

Unit 1: Manuring: Definition, Benefits of Manure Application and Possible Disadvantages of Manure Application

2 study hours
  • •Define manuring and its benefits.
  • •Discuss the liming effect and soil aggregation.
  • •Identify disadvantages like weed infestation and salinity problems.
Week
4

Module 2 Soil Fertility Evaluation And Management (Manuring, Fallowing, Mulching, Composting).

2h

Unit 2: Fallowing: Definition, Features, Advantages and Disadvantages

2 study hours
  • •Define fallowing and its features.
  • •Explain the advantages of natural restoration of soil nutrients.
  • •Discuss disadvantages like land fragmentation and short fallow periods.
Week
5

Module 2 Soil Fertility Evaluation And Management (Manuring, Fallowing, Mulching, Composting).

4h

Unit 3: Mulching

2 study hours
  • •Define mulching and its benefits.
  • •Explain how mulching reduces moisture loss and suppresses weed growth.
  • •List materials used for mulching.

Unit 4: Composting

2 study hours
  • •Define composting and its benefits.
  • •Explain how composting improves soil structure and aeration.
  • •Discuss the role of composting in waste management.
Week
6

Module 3: Mixed Farming and Cropping Systems in Organic Crop Production (Intercropping, Crop Rotation, Mono-Cropping Etc).

2h

Unit 1: Mixed Farming in Organic Systems (Definition, Benefits of Mixed Farming and Disadvantages)

2 study hours
  • •Define mixed farming and its benefits.
  • •Explain how mixed farming maintains ecosystem function and soil fertility.
  • •Discuss disadvantages like lower production levels and high initial costs.
Week
7

Module 3: Mixed Farming and Cropping Systems in Organic Crop Production (Intercropping, Crop Rotation, Mono-Cropping Etc).

2h

Unit 2: Cropping Systems in Organic Crop Production (Intercropping, Crop Rotation, Mono-Cropping Etc).

2 study hours
  • •Define intercropping and its benefits in organic systems.
  • •Explain how crop rotation breaks pest and disease cycles.
  • •Discuss the limitations of mono-cropping and solutions for organic systems.
Week
8

Module 4: Conservation of Biodiversity.

4h

Unit 1: Definition of Biodiversity and Levels of Biodiversity

2 study hours
  • •Define biodiversity and its levels.
  • •Explain genetic, species, and ecosystem biodiversities.
  • •Discuss the importance of each level.

Unit 2: Biodiversity Conservation: Definition and Measures of Biodiversity Conservation

2 study hours
  • •Explain biodiversity conservation and its measures.
  • •Describe ex-situ and in-situ conservation methods.
  • •Discuss the importance of each method.
Week
9

Module 4: Conservation of Biodiversity.

2h

Unit 3: Importance of Biodiversity Conservation and Threats to Biodiversity

2 study hours
  • •Discuss the importance of biodiversity conservation.
  • •Identify threats to biodiversity such as habitat alteration and pollution.
  • •Explain the impact of climate change and human population on biodiversity.
Week
10

Module 5: Sustainable Land- Clearing System.

4h

Unit 1: Definition, Factors Affecting Land Clearing

2 study hours
  • •Define sustainable land clearing.
  • •Identify factors affecting land clearing such as rainfall and topography.
  • •Discuss the importance of eco-friendly practices.

Unit 2: Factors Determining the Choice of a Land Clearing Technique, Land Clearing Techniques, Advantages and Disadvantages of Land Clearing

2 study hours
  • •Explain factors determining the choice of a land clearing technique.
  • •Describe land clearing techniques such as cut and grind and push over.
  • •Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of land clearing.
Week
11

Module 6: Crop Protection in Organic Agriculture.

4h

Unit 1: Definition; Organic Crop Protection, Crop Pest in Organic Crop Production, Organic Pest Management Strategies

2 study hours
  • •Define organic crop protection.
  • •List common crop pests in organic crop production.
  • •Explain organic pest management strategies such as prevention and monitoring.

Unit 2: Crop Protection Measures in Organic Agriculture, Benefits of Organic Pest Control Measures.

2 study hours
  • •Describe insect, disease, and weed control measures in organic agriculture.
  • •Explain the benefits of organic pest control measures.
  • •Discuss the importance of biodiversity conservation and environmental friendliness.
Week
12

Module 7: Organic Foods, Organic Standards, Certification and Market, Benefits of Certification of Organic Products

4h

Unit 1: Organic Foods and Organic Standards

2 study hours
  • •Define organic foods and organic standards.
  • •List organic standards for livestock and crop production.
  • •Discuss the importance of renewable resources and soil conservation.

Unit 2: Certification And Market of Organic Foods, Benefits of Certification of Organic Products

2 study hours
  • •Explain certification of organic foods and its procedures.
  • •List the benefits of certification of organic products.
  • •Discuss the marketing of organic foods and the role of organic seals.
Week
13

Module 8: Advantages and Disadvantages of Organic Agriculture.

2h

Unit 1: Advantages and Disadvantages of Organic Agriculture.

2 study hours
  • •List the advantages of organic agriculture such as healthier food and environmental protection.
  • •List the disadvantages of organic agriculture such as higher costs and lower yields.
  • •Discuss the balance between benefits and drawbacks.

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 detailed summaries of each unit, focusing on key definitions and practices.

2

Develop diagrams illustrating the relationships between soil management, biodiversity, and pest control.

3

Practice applying organic farming principles to real-world scenarios and case studies.

4

Review and understand the organic standards and certification processes.

5

Focus on the advantages and disadvantages of organic agriculture, and be prepared to discuss them in detail.

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