Craighead Diocesan School
Year 10 Agriculture and Horticulture
Subject Description
Teacher in Charge: Ms S. Smillie.
Year 10 Agriculture and Horticulture
Learning in Agricultural and Horticultural Science develops students' understanding of the interconnectedness of all aspects of the growing environment, which includes people, soils, water, climate, plants and animals. The subject provides valuable opportunities for hands-on practical work that will help ākonga appreciate the growing environment.
Topics Covered
This course may include:
* Practical activities including plant propagation, soil investigations, compost and worm farming and growing vegetables
* Investigations into different physical and market factors affecting where primary produce can be grown around New Zealand
* Research into the different primary industries of New Zealand
* A field trip to a local primary industry
* Introduction to soil science and animal management
Subject Costs
Field trip will incur a small cost. Will vary depending on numbers and where we go.
Assessment Information
Plant Propagation Practical AssessmentResearch and Presentation Task
End of Topic Test
Pathway Possibilities
Agricultural Technician, Statistician, Arborist, Automotive Technician, Farmer/Farm Manager, Biosecurity Officer, Butcher, Farm Assistant, Science Technician, Crop Worker, Forest Manager, Forestry and Logging Worker, Forestry Scientist, Groundsperson, Health and Safety Adviser, Nursery Grower/Worker, Packhouse Worker,
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