Agriculture Production - Field Crop B20

You will learn about crop production and planning, crop health, environmental sustainability, how to market commodities, with a focus on mental health and farm safety.

Access to a grain farm and equipment is required.

Prerequisite

None
Recommend completing Ag Production - Field Crop B10

Delivered

Online Asynchronous

Credits

PAA 20 or Elective 20

What Will I Learn?

There is a large focus on planning and developing different crop management plans. You will learn about farm safety plans, planting and harvesting techniques, soil nutrient cycles and management, fertilizers, precision agriculture and farming facility considerations. You will also learn about domestic and international markets, trade agreements and how go market your product.

Access to a grain farm and equipment is required to practice skills and create videos demonstrate what you've learned.

Units of Study

Farm Safety

Psychological Health and Safety

Crop Record Keeping

Planning for Crop Production

Soil Nutrient Cycles and Management

Crop Health Care

Organic Crop Production

Marketing

Precision Agriculture

Crop Facility Use and Design

Exams

No Proctored Exams

What is a proctor?

Course Materials

You Will Need

Students need access to machinery and facilities to practice skills and record videos for the skill demonstrations.

Reliable internet connection and device to submit course work, including speakers or headphones.

Supplied by Sask DLC

Online course material and course timetable

Saskatchewan Distance Learning Centre provides Kindergarten to Grade 12 courses to Saskatchewan students who choose to study online. We empower students and families to choose the learning environment that works best for them, while supporting their graduation plan.

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