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    Welcome
    Announcements
    Foreword
    Year plan
    AMP Grade 10 Year plan
    Week 1: Crop Production
    Week 1 Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Production factors
    Soil
    Climate
    Water
    Labour
    Capital
    Management
    Economic importance of crop production
    Crop production provides food security
    Crop production produces raw materials
    Crop production provides job opportunities
    Crop production contribute to the economic stability of the country
    Main production areas in South-Africa and the potential role
    Agroclimatic regions
    Types of crops produced in South Africa
    Types of crops
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 2: Crop production - Farming systems and Classification of crops
    Week 2 Lesson plan
    Intoduction
    Farming systems based on output
    Subsistence farming
    Cash farming
    Commercial farming
    Comparison between commercial farming and subsistence farming
    Seed producers
    Farming systems based on Input
    Labour intensive farming
    Capital intensive farming
    Farming systems based on Soil usage
    Extensive farming
    Semi-intensive farming
    Intensive farming
    Comparison between intensive and extensive farming methods
    Farming systems based on Components
    Crop farming
    Livestock (animal) farming
    Mixed farming
    Specialised farming
    Farming systems based on Technology and Energy
    Hand driven
    Animal driven (animal traction)
    Mechanisation
    Classification of Agricultural Crops according to product
    Horticultural Crops
    Field crops
    Pasture / Fodder Crops (cultivated pastures)
    Cultivars
    Cultivars
    Different kinds of cultivars:
    Selecting cultivars
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 3: Soil and Water Management in Crop Production
    Week 3 Lesson plan
    Introduction
    General climatic requirements
    Radiation (sunlight)
    Temperature
    Air
    Water
    Humidity
    Collecting weather data
    Collecting weather data
    Temperature
    Rainfall
    Wind
    Evaporation
    Humidity
    In summary
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 4: Soil and Water management in Crop Production
    Week 4 Lesson plan
    Introduction
    The important characteristics that have an influence on successful crop establishment
    Soil depth
    Soil structure and improvement
    Factors that lead to the destruction of soil structure includes
    Improving soil structure
    The different soil structures and its influence on plant growth
    Crumb structure
    Blocky structure and Massive structure
    Prismatic structure
    Soil texture
    Soil texture
    The influence of soil texture on plant growth (crop production)
    Soil water capacity
    Soil water capacity
    Soil organic matter
    Soil organic matter
    Soil aeration
    Soil aeration
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 5: Soil cultivation, irrigation and drainage
    Week 5: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Soil cultivation
    Soil cultivation
    The main reasons or objectives for soil cultivation
    Seedbed preparation and tillage methods
    No-till
    No-till defined
    Types of No-till
    Advantages and Disadvantages of Tillage Systems
    Conventional tillage
    Mulch tillage
    No-tillage / ridge Tillage
    Ploughs
    Mouldboard Plough
    Disc Plough
    Ripper
    Cultivators
    Zig Zag Spike Harrow
    Spring Tine Harrow
    Two Way Disc Harrow
    Rolling Spike Harrow
    Roller
    Tractor-powered
    Planter
    Fertiliser distributor
    Irrigation
    Introduction
    Choosing an irrigation system
    Water
    Soil
    Topography
    Climate
    Energy costs
    Type of crop
    Labour
    Capital cost
    Personal considerations
    Methods of irrigation
    Surface irrigation
    Furrow irrigation:
    Flood irrigation:
    Permanent system (Sprinkler system)
    Macro irrigation
    Permanent sprayers:
    Drag-line System:
    Center Pivot System:
    Overhead System:
    Micro irrigation
    Micro-Spray System:
    Drip System:
    Bottle irrigation
    Drainage
    Introduction
    Reason (aim) of a drainage system
    Soil drainage system
    Open furrow soil drainage system (Surface draining)
    Pipe soil drainage system (Subsurface drainage)
    When planning a drainage system, the farmer should keep the following in mind:
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 6 : Soil and Water Management in Crop Animal Production
    Week 6: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Waste management
    The positive effects of farm manure on soil
    Different animals contribute differently to natural equilibrium
    Rabbits
    Ducks and geese
    Chickens
    Pigs
    Goats
    Relationships
    Examples of beneficial relationships
    Examples of non-beneficial relationships
    Land care and use
    Introduction
    Vegetation of South Africa
    Vegetation of South Africa
    The different veld types of South Africa
    The different veld types of South Africa and Grazing Ecology
    Characteristics of Sweetveld
    Characteristics of Mixed veld
    Characteristics of Sourveld
    To summarise
    Pasture and grazing
    How do pastures respond to grazing
    Resistance of grass to grazing
    Grazing ecology – Grazing by livestock
    Optimal Grazing Practices
    Calculating Carrying Capacity
    Stocking rate
    Principals of Veld management
    Camps:
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 7: Water resources
    Week 7: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Factors that influence water supply in Agriculture
    Natural sources of water
    Where is earth's water?
    Water Cycle
    Rainfall
    Collection of water
    Artificial water resources
    Water pollution
    Subsoil water pollution
    Surface water pollution
    Water waste management
    Add Conservation Buffers to Catch Runoff
    Implement Nutrient Management Techniques
    Control Livestock Access to Waterways
    Minimize Tillage
    Have a Manure Management Plan
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 8: Crop establishment, planting methods and Weeds
    Week 8: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Plant density
    Using the right planting density is critical for optimum yield
    Impact of low planting density
    Impact of a high planting density
    Using the right density
    How to achieve the right planting density
    Factors that determine plant spacing
    Growth habit of the crop
    Planting method
    Amount of moisture / rainfall / water that is available
    Level of fertility of the soil
    Purpose for which the crop is grown
    Type of machinery to be used
    Life span of the crop
    Plant spacing
    Intra-row spacing and Inter-row spacing
    Calculating plant density
    Plant spacing and inter-planting
    Advantages of high density
    Disadvantages of high density
    Plant depth
    Factors that influence plant depth
    Soil moisture content
    Crop development
    Soil conditions, planting method and equipment used to prepare the soil
    Soil type – texture and structure
    Seed size and plant variety (cultivar)
    Soil temperature
    Direct Seeding
    Slot / Strip seeding
    Point seeding
    Broadcasting
    Transplanting
    Precautionary measures for transplanting seedlings
    Types of Vegetative Propagation
    Natural Vegetative Propagation
    Artificial Vegetative Propagation
    Cuttings
    Grafting
    Budding
    Layering
    Advantages and disadvantages
    Advantages of vegetative propagation
    Disadvantages of vegetative propagation
    Weeds
    The economic impact of pests and diseases on the farmer
    The economic effect of weeds on crops
    Spreading of weeds
    Weed control
    Preventative Weed Control
    Cultural Weed Control
    Mechanical / Manual Weed Control
    Biological Weed Control
    Chemical Weed Control
    Integrated weed management systems
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 9: Crop diseases and pests
    Week 9: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Diseases
    Symptoms indicate presence of disease
    Bacterial diseases in plants
    Bacterial diseases in plants
    Examples of bacterial plant diseases
    Bacterial leaf spots
    Control of bacterial leaf spots
    Bacterial canker
    Control of bacterial canker
    General bacterial disease management
    Fungal diseases in plants
    Fungal diseases in plants
    Examples of fungal plant diseases
    Powdery mildew:
    Control of powdery mildew
    Botrytis blight
    Control of Botrytis blights
    Rust
    Control of rust
    General fungal disease management
    Viral Diseases in Plants
    Viral Diseases in Plants
    Examples of viral plant diseases
    General viral disease management
    Pest and disease management
    Integrated Pest and Disease Management
    Principles of Integrated pest and disease management
    Set Action Thresholds
    Monitor and Identify Pests
    Prevention
    Control
    Other methods of prevention
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 10: Crop cultivation and Record keeping
    Week 10: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Monoculture
    Monoculture
    Advantages
    Disadvantages
    Crop rotation
    Crop rotation
    Advantages
    Disadvantages
    Intercropping
    Intercropping
    Advantages
    Disadvantages
    Types of records:
    Physical inventory records:
    Production records
    Financial records
    Labour records
    Methods of record-keeping
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 1: General overview and Requirements for Animal Productions
    Week 1: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    General overview of animal production practices in South Africa
    Economic importance of animal production in South Africa
    Goods that drive animal production in South African (2020)
    Other Animal Products
    Wool
    Mohair
    Role and importance of animal production in South Africa
    Food security
    Nutrient cycling and waste management
    Genetic diversity and conservation
    Sustainable land use
    Cultural and social significance
    Research and innovation
    Main production areas
    Production factors in Livestock production
    Soil
    Water
    Climate
    Aspects to consider when starting an animal enterprise
    Animal breed / type
    Animal productivity
    Suitability of the environment
    Animal management, including feed
    Exposure to disease
    Types of veld
    Natural pastures
    Cultivated pastures
    Management
    Extensive livestock production
    Semi-intensive livestock production
    Intensive livestock production
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 2: Main production areas and Farming systems
    Week 2: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Main production areas in South Africa
    Importance of sustainable animal production
    Ecological suitability of different types of livestock
    Rainfall and grazing capacity
    Vegetation types
    Soil Type and Topography
    General suitability
    Farming systems
    Subsistence farming
    Commercial farming
    Stud farming
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 3: General classification of farm animals
    Week 3: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Ruminants and non-ruminants
    Classification of cattle
    Bos indicus
    Bos Taurus
    Dairy, meat and dual-purpose breeds
    Classification of sheep
    Mutton, wool, dual-purpose and pelt breeds
    Classification of goats
    Meat, milk and fibre
    Classification of pigs
    Pork and bacon
    Classification of chickens
    Broiler and layer
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 4: Cattle breeds in South Africa
    Week 4: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Beef breeds
    Beef farming
    Bonsmara
    Bonsmara
    Adaptability
    Mothering ability
    Beef production
    Temperament
    Physical characteristics
    Other notable traits:
    Nguni
    Nguni
    Physical features
    Adaptability and resilience
    Temperament and productivity
    Boran
    Boran
    Charolais
    Charolais
    Colour and appearance
    Production traits
    Other notable features
    Santa Gertrudis
    Santa Gertrudis
    Colour and coat
    Body and size
    Reproduction and growth
    Other notable traits
    Brahman
    Brahman
    Beefmaster
    Beefmaster
    Genetic makeup and development
    The six essentials
    Other notable traits
    Drakensberger
    Drakensberger
    Sussex
    Sussex
    Coat
    Conformation
    Temperament and management
    Other notable characteristics
    Angus
    Angus
    Physical characteristics
    Production traits
    Other notable traits
    Hereford
    Hereford
    Colouration
    Conformation
    Temperament and adaptability
    Other Characteristics
    Tuli
    Tuli
    Physical characteristics
    Adaptability and hardiness
    Productivity and reproductive traits
    Other notable traits
    Limousin
    Limousin
    Afrikaner
    Afrikaner
    Appearance
    Other key traits
    Simbra
    Simbra
    Physical characteristics:
    Productivity and adaptability
    Wagyu
    Wagyu
    Exceptional marbling
    Healthier fat composition
    Superior flavour and tenderness
    Other key traits
    Dairy breeds
    Dairy farming
    Ayrshire
    Ayrshire
    Key characteristics
    Friesian
    Friesian
    Detailed characteristics
    Holstein
    Holstein
    Physical characteristics
    Production characteristics
    Other notable traits
    Jersey
    Jersey
    Appearance
    Milk production and quality
    Temperament and management
    Guernsey (pronounced guhn·zee)
    Guernsey
    Key characteristics
    Brown Swiss
    Brown Swiss
    Key distinguishing characteristics
    Dual-purpose breeds
    Dual-purpose farming
    Simmental
    Simmental
    Key distinguishing characteristics
    Pinzgauer
    Pinzgauer
    Colour and markings
    Size and build
    Other distinctive traits
    Red poll
    Red poll
    Colouration
    Polled
    Size and build
    Temperament
    Dual-purpose nature
    Other notable characteristics
    Shorthorn
    Shorthorn
    Appearance
    Production traits
    Temperament
    Other
    Braunvieh
    Braunvieh
    Coat and pigmentation
    Conformation
    Production traits
    Other notable characteristics
    Dexter
    Dexter
    Size and build
    Appearance
    Other notable characteristics
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 5: Sheep and goat breeds in South Africa
    Week 5: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Sheep farming
    Sheep farming
    Damara
    Damara
    Key distinguishing features
    Dorper
    Dorper
    Hardiness and adaptability
    Meat production
    Low maintenance
    Reproduction
    Other notable characteristics
    Meat merino (also known as SA Mutton Merino)
    Meat merino
    Conformation and physical traits
    Production traits
    Meat Quality
    Other notable features
    Meatmaster
    Meatmaster
    Physical characteristics
    Production characteristics
    Other notable traits
    Dormer
    Dormer
    Physical characteristics
    Reproductive characteristics
    Other important characteristics
    Persian
    Persian
    Coat
    Tail
    Other characteristics
    Van Rooy
    Van Rooy
    Coat
    Body
    Other notable traits:
    Suffolk
    Suffolk
    Key distinguishing features
    Wool Merino
    Wool Merino
    Wool characteristics
    Other notable characteristics
    Dohne Merino
    Dohne Merino
    Wool Production
    Meat Production
    Reproduction and fertility
    Hardiness and adaptability
    Other notable characteristics
    Dorset
    Dorset
    Key characteristics
    Karakul
    Karakul
    Key distinguishing characteristics
    “Ronde-rib Afrikaner”
    “Ronde-rib Afrikaner”
    Key distinguishing characteristics
    Goat farming
    Goat farming
    Boer goat
    Boer goat
    Head and horns
    Body and conformation
    Other notable features:
    Kalahari Red
    Kalahari Red
    Key distinguishing characteristics
    Other characteristics
    SA Skilder
    SA Skilder
    Appearance
    Other notable characteristics
    Angora
    Angora
    Fleece
    Physical characteristics
    Other notable traits
    SA Veld goat
    SA Veld goat
    Adaptability and hardiness
    Physical characteristics
    Behavioural traits
    Milk breeds
    Milk breeds
    West African Dwarf
    West African Dwarf
    Physical characteristics
    Adaptability and temperament
    Other notable traits
    Saanen
    Saanen
    Physical appearance
    Temperament and production
    Other notable features
    Toggenburg
    Toggenburg
    Colour and markings
    Body structure
    Other characteristics
    Savanna
    Savanna
    Coat
    Body
    Other notable characteristics:
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 6: Pig breeds in South Africa
    Week 6: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Pig production in South Africa
    Porker and baconer production
    Large White
    Large White
    Key distinguishing features
    Duroc
    Duroc
    Key distinguishing features
    (South African) Landrace
    (South African) Landrace
    Key distinguishing features
    Large Black
    Large Black
    Appearance
    Temperament and behaviour
    Other notable traits
    Chester White
    Chester White
    Appearance
    Other notable characteristics
    “Kolbroek”
    “Kolbroek”
    Appearance
    Temperament and behaviour
    Origin and genetics
    Other notable traits
    Hampshire
    Hampshire
    Key characteristics
    Tamworth
    Tamworth
    Key characteristics
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 7: Chicken breeds in South Africa
    Week 7: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Chicken production in South Africa
    Egg production
    Leghorn
    Leghorn
    Appearance
    Temperament and behaviour
    Productivity
    Other notable traits
    Lohmann
    Lohmann
    Specific characteristics
    Hy-Line
    Hy-Line Brown
    Hy-Line Silver Brown
    Overall Hy-Line Characteristics
    Broilers breeds
    Broilers breeds
    Ross
    Ross
    Specific characteristics
    Cobb
    Cobb
    Physical characteristics
    Performance traits
    Other important aspects
    Dual purpose breeds
    Benefits of dual-purpose chickens
    Considerations for dual-purpose chicken production
    Black Australorp
    Black Australorp
    Physical appearance
    Temperament and behaviour
    Other notable features
    Plymouth Rock
    Plymouth Rock
    Feathering and colouration
    Comb and head
    Body
    Temperament and behaviour
    New Hampshire
    New Hampshire
    Appearance
    Production traits
    Origin
    Potchefstroom Koekoek
    Potchefstroom Koekoek
    Specific characteristics
    Rhode Island Red
    Rhode Island Red
    Colouration
    Other notable characteristics
    Bantams
    Bantams
    Key characteristics
    Silkies
    Silkies
    Plumage
    Other distinctive features
    Temperament
    Other characteristics
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 1: Handling of animals
    Week 1: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Handling of farm animals
    Effect of incorrect handling of farm animals
    Principles of handling farm animals
    Guidelines for handling livestock (cattle, sheep, goats, horses and poultry)
    Understanding animal behaviour
    Stress reduction
    Safety for handlers
    Routine and familiarity
    Tools used to handle livestock
    Restraint and handling
    Weighing and transport
    Other essential tools
    Handling during farm activities
    Feeding and watering
    Health management
    Breeding
    Milking
    Shearing and hoof trimming
    Transport of animals
    Transport of animals
    Vehicles must comply with the following
    Transporting cattle
    Transporting sheep
    Transporting goats
    Transporting pigs
    Transporting poultry
    Transporting horses
    Offloading
    To summarise transportation of animals
    Basic handling facilities
    Crush Pens / Races
    Loading Ramps
    Holding Pens
    Milking Parlors
    Shearing Sheds
    Isolation Pens
    Agricultural exhibitions / expos / shows
    Purpose and benefits
    Types of events
    Examples of agricultural exhibitions
    Economic impact
    Handling of livestock during exhibitions and shows
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 2: Care and Behaviour of animals
    Week 2: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Care of the Young
    Nutrition
    Shelter
    Hydration
    Healthcare
    Bedding
    Environmental control
    Record keeping
    Safety
    Specific care requirements
    Care and management of newly born calf / kids / lambs
    Care of newly born piglet
    Iron deficiency in – a big concern in piglets
    Care of chicks
    Importance and need for colostrum
    Importance and need for colostrum
    Specifics of colostrum management
    Care and Management of productive animals
    Care and management of pregnant cows
    Care and management of pregnant ewe
    Care and management of pregnant pigs
    Care and management of lactating animals
    Management of breeding bull / ram
    Management of breeding boar
    Behaviour of animals
    Types of animal behaviour
    Factors influencing livestock behaviour
    Difference between male and female behaviour
    Reproductive behaviour
    Social behaviour
    Other differences
    Specific examples
    Specific animal behaviour
    Sexual behaviour
    Maternal behaviour
    Vocalisations
    Importance of understanding communication
    Social behaviour
    Agonistic behaviour
    Feeding behaviour
    Shelter-seeking behaviour
    Investigative behaviour
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 3: Housing facilities
    Week 3: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Housing of farm animals
    Feeding and watering facilities
    Intensive systems farming methods
    Basic principles and requirements for farm animal housing
    Space
    Ventilation
    Temperature control
    Lighting
    Hygiene
    Flooring
    Separation and isolation
    Security
    Behavioural considerations
    Housing facilities are determined by the farming method
    Extensive farming methods
    Semi intensive farming methods
    Reasons, advantages and disadvantages of animal housing
    Reasons for housing in livestock production
    Advantages of housing in livestock production
    Disadvantages of housing in livestock production
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Removal of extra teats
    Removal of extra teats
    Week 4: Aftercare of animals
    Week 4: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Dehorning
    Dehorning
    Disbudding and dehorning: what is the difference?
    Reasons for dehorning
    Methods of dehorning (disbudding)
    General considerations
    General considerations
    Removal of extra teats
    Reasons for removing extra teats
    Methods of removing extra teats
    Castration
    Castration
    Reasons for castration
    Methods of Castration
    General considerations
    Crutching
    Reason for crutching
    Method of crutching
    Tail docking
    Methods of tail docking
    Controversy and welfare concerns
    Alternatives and legislation
    Reasons for clipping beaks
    Clipping of beaks
    Reasons for clipping beaks
    Methods of clipping beaks
    Controversy and alternatives
    Trimming, cutting and filing of hooves
    Reasons for hoof trimming
    Method of hoof trimming
    General considerations
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Introduction
    Week 5: Animal identification
    Week 5: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Temporary methods
    Ear tagging
    Permanent methods
    Ear notching
    Ear tattooing
    Hot branding
    Freeze branding
    Electrical methods
    Biometric methods
    Visual patterns
    Muzzle prints
    Iris patterns
    Face image
    Retinal vascular patterns
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 6: Basic concepts of feeding
    Week 6: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Terminology
    Rations vs natural grazing
    The essential components of animal feed
    The essential components of animal feed
    Water
    Proteins
    Carbohydrates
    Fats and oils
    Minerals
    Vitamins
    Types of feed
    Types of feed
    Nutritional needs of animals
    Nutritional needs of animals
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 7: Disease identification, types and methods of control
    Week 7: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Disease identification
    Disease identification
    Clinical observations
    Diagnostic tools
    Prevention and control measures
    Types of diseases
    Viral diseases
    Bacterial diseases
    Parasitic diseases
    Metabolic and nutritional diseases
    Other important diseases
    Biosecurity
    Biosecurity
    Medication in livestock production
    Types of Medications
    Reasons for medication use
    Risks and concerns
    Responsible use and best practices
    Administering medicine
    Methods and routes of administration
    Topical administration
    Oral administration
    Parenteral administration
    Intramuscular (IM) injection
    Subcutaneous (SC) injection
    Intravenous (IV) injection
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 8: Parasites
    Week 8: Lesson Plan
    Introduction
    Economic significance of parasites
    Types of parasites
    Internal Parasites (endoparasites)
    External Parasites (ectoparasites)
    Controlling parasites
    Controlling parasites
    Control of internal parasites (endoparasites)
    Control of external parasites
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 9: Keeping records
    Week 9: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Benefits of record-keeping
    Key types of records
    Production records
    Feeding records
    Production records
    Feeding records
    Health records
    Financial records
    Breeding records
    Physical records
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 10: Management programs and Relevant legislation
    Week 10: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Four Management goals
    The five core managerial functions
    Planning (setting the course)
    Organising (structuring the effort)
    Leading (motivating and guiding)
    Coordination (working as a team)
    Control and evaluation (checking and adjusting)
    Key Principles in Practice
    Key Principles in Practice
    Awareness of relevant legislation
    Meat safety and health
    Land use and sustainability
    Ownership, tracking, and crime prevention
    Breeding and productivity
    Welfare and Environmental Responsibility
    Additional Relevant Acts
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 1: Management principles
    Week 1: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Definition of management
    Definition of management
    Reason and benefits of management
    Areas of management
    Production management
    Financial management
    Marketing management
    Human Resource (HR) management
    Risk management
    Strategic Management
    Planning as a principle of management
    Planning as a principle of management
    The six pillars of effective planning
    Applying the planning principle in practice
    The benefits of effective planning
    Control as a principle of management
    Control as a principle of management
    Applying the control principle in practice
    The benefits of effective control
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 2: Management Principles (continued)
    Week 2: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Coordination as a principle of management
    Coordination as a principle of management
    Applying the coordination principle in practice
    The benefits of effective coordination
    Motivation as a principle of management
    Intrinsic motivation: the inner drive
    Extrinsic motivation: the external rewards
    How intrinsic and extrinsic factors work together
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 3: Management Principles (continued)
    Week 3: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Communication as a principle of management
    Communication as a principle of management
    Types of communication (written and verbal)
    Written communication
    Verbal Communication
    The communication process
    Steps of the communication process
    Factors that affect the clarity of a message
    Reason and benefits of communication
    Barriers impacting the effectiveness of communication
    Psychological and emotional barriers
    Physical and environmental barriers
    Language and cultural barriers
    Organisational and systemic barriers
    Individual skill and behavioural barriers
    Overcoming communication barriers
    Importance of non-verbal communication
    Importance of non-verbal communication
    Good listening skills contributes to effective communication
    Good listening skills contributes to effective communication
    Effective transfer of communication
    Tone
    Volume
    Pitch
    Repetition
    Significance of accommodating cultural sensitivities
    How to accommodate cultural sensitivities
    Benefits of cultural sensitivity on the farm
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 4: Natural resource management
    Week 4: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Primary components of Natural resource management
    Soil management: The foundational resource
    Water management: Efficiency and conservation
    Biodiversity management: Ecosystem services
    Integrated systems: Holistic landscape design
    Economic and social integration: Viability and livelihoods
    Different types of natural resources
    Classification by availability over time (stock)
    Classification by origin
    Climate management
    Use climate-resilient crops
    Improve water management
    Enhance soil health
    Diversify landscapes
    Utilise forecasting
    Effect of climate on agriculture
    Effect of climate on agriculture
    The positive and negative effects of climatic factors
    Temperature
    Precipitation
    Solar radiation (sunlight)
    Wind
    Humidity
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 5: Soil potential and management
    Week 5: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    The importance of soil
    The function of soil in crop production
    The function of soil in livestock production
    The necessity of soil conservation
    Protecting the financial investment
    Guarding against erosion and soil degradation
    Securing the legacy
    Soil improvement strategy
    Soil improvement strategy
    Understanding soil structure
    Understanding soil structure
    Managing wet and dry extremes more efficiently
    Beneficial to roots, microbes and aggregate formation
    Protection, stability, and future profit
    Methods to improve soil structure
    Increase the "glue" by adding organic material
    Protect the habitat by minimising disruption
    Biology is advantageous
    The role of organic content in soil improvement
    The role of organic content in soil improvement
    Conservation practices
    Conservation practices
    Rotational cropping as a conservation practice
    Erosion prevention
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Week 6: Waste management - Different types of waste
    Week 6: Lesson plan
    Introduction
    Major categories and examples
    Crop residues
    Benefits of using of crop residues as part of sustainable management
    Livestock waste (manure and slurry)
    Potential problems of unmanaged livestock waste
    Benefits of using of livestock waste as part of sustainable management
    Agro-industrial by-products
    Agro-industrial by-products
    Benefits of using of agro-industrial by-products as part of sustainable management
    Inorganic and hazardous waste
    Inorganic and hazardous waste
    Sustainable management and disposal
    Impact
    Environmental and health impacts
    Strategies
    Strategies for waste management and value creation
    Legal
    Legal framework and best practices
    Application
    Questions
    Answers
    Certificate
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