Agricultural Crops Production National Certificate III (TESDA Course)
The Agricultural Crops Production NC III Qualification consists of competencies that a person must achieve in managing small farm. Specifically it involves competencies in making decision and carrying out competencies in relation to establishment, maintenance and harvesting of agronomic crops such as coarse grains, grain legumes, coffee, coconuts, cotton, soya beans, peanuts and sugar cane. Workers at this level would be working autonomously and likely to own a small enterprise or work within a cooperative structure.
This Qualification is packaged from the competency map of the Agriculture and Fisheries Sector.
A person who has achieved this Qualification is competent to be:
- Independent Farmer (Owner / Operator in a smaller operation
- Leading hand
AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III COURSE QUALIFICATION
Course Title: AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION
Level: NC III
Nominal Training Duration : 445 Hours
This course is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and attitude of Tailor in accordance with industry standards. In general, it covers core competencies on undertaking preparation of land for agricultural crop production, implementing a post-harvest program, implementing a plant nutrition program, controlling weeds and preparing and applying chemicals. In agronomic, it covers core competencies on establishing agronomic crops, undertaking agronomic crop maintenance activities, undertaking agronomic crop harvesting activities, saving, preparing and storing agricultural seed and implementing vertebrate pest control program.
These guidelines are set to provide the Technical Vocational Education and Training (TVET) providers with information and other important requirements to consider when designing training programs for AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
TRAINEE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Trainees or students wishing to gain entry into this course should possess the following requirements:
- can communicate either oral and written
- physically and mentally fit
- with good moral character
- can perform basic mathematical computation
COMPETENCIES REQUIRED IN AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
This units of competency comprising this qualification include the following:
| UNIT CODE | CORE COMPETENCIES (413 Hours) |
|---|---|
| AGR611310 | Prepare land for agricultural crop production |
| AGR611311 | Implement post-harvest program |
| AGR611312 | Implement plant nutrition program |
| AGR611313 | Control weeds |
| AGR611320 | Establish agronomic crops |
| AGR611321 | Undertake agronomic crop maintenance activities |
| AGR611322 | Undertake agronomic crop harvesting activities |
| AGR611323 | Save, prepare and store agricultural seed |
| AGR611324 | Implement vertebrate pest control program |
| UNIT CODE | ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES |
| AGR611325 | Follow site quarantine procedures |
| AGR611326 | Collect samples for a rural production or horticultural monitoring program |
| AGR611327 | Handle bulk materials in storage area |
| AGR611328 | Prepare grain storage |
| AGR611329 | Comply with industry quality assurance requirements |
| AGR611330 | Maintain and monitor environmental work practices |
| AGR611331 | Keep records for farm business |
| AGR611332 | Perform specialized machinery maintenance |
| AGR611333 | Install irrigation systems |
| UNIT CODE | COMMON COMPETENCIES (14 Hours) |
| AGR321201 | Apply safety measures in farm operations |
| AGR321202 | Use farm tools and equipment |
| AGR321203 | Perform estimation and calculations |
| UNIT CODE | BASIC COMPETENCIES (18 Hours) |
| 500311109 | Lead workplace communication |
| 500311110 | Lead small teams |
| 500311111 | Develop and practice negotiation skills |
| 500311112 | Solve problems related to work activities |
| 500311113 | Use mathematical concepts and techniques |
| 500311114 | Use relevant technologies |
CORE COMPETENCIES IN AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III (413 Hours)
Core Competency units comprising this qualification in AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
PREPARE LAND FOR AGRICULTURAL CROP PRODUCTION (AGR611310) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare equipment, cultivate the site, apply any pre-planting treatments, and care for the vehicles and equipment on completing the activity. Equipment and machinery may be animal-powered. It includes the completion of documentation and logbooks for the operation. Preparing land for crop production is likely to be carried out under limited supervision from others with checking only related to overall progress. Preparing land for crop production is usually done within established routines, methods and procedures. Some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment and materials, organization of work and services.
- Prepare for cultivation
- Requirements for the work to be undertaken are interpreted from the planting plan and confirmed with the manager.
- The method and order of cultivation is identified and interpreted from the planting plan.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- The environmental implications of cultivating the site are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action is taken.
- Prepare the cultivating equipment
- The vehicles and equipment required for site cultivation are selected according to the planting plan and organization guidelines.
- The vehicles and equipment are serviced, adjusted for the conditions and worn parts are replaced to ensure reliability during cultivation.
- All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the maintenance and servicing work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- All maintenance and servicing is documented according to the requirements of the organization’s record keeping system.
- Cultivate soil
- Previous crop or land clearance debris is removed, incorporated or burnt according to the organizations guidelines.
- The cultivation plan is followed and completed for each site.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- Vehicles and equipment are operated in a safe, effective and efficient manner and at speeds to suit the conditions.
- The quality of cultivation is maximized by continually checking and adjusting the vehicles and equipment as necessary.
- All time, resource and quality requirements of the planting plan are met.
- Prepare site for planting
- The planting layout and soil profiles are completed as required by the planting plan.
- Weed and pest control measures are taken as required by the planting plan.
- Fertilizers, ameliorants, and/or other pre-planting treatments are applied as required by the planting plan
- The environmental implications of site preparation are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action is taken.
- Complete land preparation operations
- Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturers specifications, organizational procedures and regulations.
- Vehicles and equipment are cleaned and stored to minimize damage according to manufacturers specifications, organizational procedures and regulations.
- All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the cleaning and maintenance work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly according to organizational requirements.
IMPLEMENT POST-HARVEST PROGRAM (AGR611311) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the process of implementing a post-harvest program for horticultural crops including grading, treating, packing and storing harvested produce. Implementing a post-harvest program is likely to be carried out under limited supervision from others with checking only related to overall progress. The work requires the application of extensive horticultural knowledge and a broad range of horticultural skills. The post-harvest program usually follows established routines, methods and procedures where some discretion and judgment is required.
- Prepare for implementation of post-harvest operations
- Post-harvest operations to be performed are identified according to farm work procedures, the marketing plan and industry guidelines and confirmed with the supervisor.
- Materials, tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to farm work procedures.
- Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturers specifications and farm work procedures.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed, controls implemented and reported to the supervisor.
- Suitable safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, used and maintained.
- Co-ordinate post-harvest work
- Farm work team is identified and tasks are co-ordinated in a sequential, timely and effective manner in consultation with the supervisor.
- Post-harvest operations are undertaken according to OHS requirements and with due consideration of the environmental implications.
- A clean, safe and hygienic work area is maintained throughout and on completion of work.
- Implement post-harvest treatments
- Harvested produce is graded and labelled according to the marketing plan and farm work procedures.
- Produce that does not meet specifications and farm standards is identified and disposed of according to farm environmental procedures.
- Post-harvest treatments are selected according to harvested produce requirements, the farm integrated pest management strategy and the marketing plan.
- Timing, rate, application method, environmental requirements and handling techniques conform to the requirements of the harvested produce, farm work procedures and industry best practice.
- Post-harvest practices are economical, methodical, meet established work schedules and with minimum damage to produce.
- Tools, equipment and machinery are cleaned and maintained according to farm work procedures.
- Implement hazardous waste disposal guidelines
- Waste disposal requirements of the farm are reviewed and operational tasks determined.
- Collection and disposal of waste are monitored according to farm environmental procedures.
- Conditions likely to impact on business viability are reported promptly to the supervisor.
- Implement packaging requirements of produce
- Packaging requirements specified in the marketing plan and farm work procedures are reviewed and operational tasks determined.
- Packaging of produce conform to the requirements of the harvested produce, the marketing plan and industry best practice.
- Packaging materials are selected based on environmentally sound principles.
- Packaging processes are recorded according to farm work procedures.
- Implement storage requirements of produce
- Storage requirements specified in the marketing plan and farm work procedures are reviewed and operational tasks determined.
- Storage and handling of produce conform to the requirements of the harvested produce, the marketing plan and industry best practice.
- Storage processes and facilities are monitored and remedial action taken where necessary.
- Storage processes and conditions are recorded according to farm work procedures.
IMPLEMENT PLANT NUTRITION PROGRAM (AGR611312) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to implement a plant nutrition program in the horticultural or agricultural industry. Implementing a plant nutrition program is likely to be under limited supervision from others, with checking only related to overall progress. The work is usually done within a program, routines, methods and procedures where some discretion and judgement is required in the selection of equipment and materials, organization of work, services, actions, and the achievement of outcomes within time and budgetary constraints.
- Prepare for implementation of the plant nutrition program
- Goals and target site for implementation of the plant nutrition program including soils, plant species and varieties are identified according to farm work procedures.
- Area and adjacent lands are analyzed for soil composition/nutrients.
- Materials for soil and plant treatments available to the farm are identified and the storage site or supplier details located.
- Services are located using site plans and in consultation with the supervisor.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed, controls implemented and reported to the supervisor.
- Suitable personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected, used and maintained.
- Monitor soil pH
- Soil pH in the implementation site is monitored in relation to plant nutrition and according to farm work procedures.
- Products useful in changing soil pH are identified, compared, selected and sourced according to farm work procedures.
- Product application methods are assessed according to product type, soils, farm work procedures, and in due consideration of the environmental implications.
- Determine nutritional problems in plants
- Common nutrient deficiency and toxicity problems in plants are identified using visual inspection.
- The supervisor and/or nutritional specialist are consulted, as required, to determine causes of nutritional or toxicity problems.
- Soil ameliorants to improve soil fertility are identified, compared, selected and sourced according to farm work procedures.
- Prepare to use fertilizers
- The fertilizer to be used is selected according to fertilizer type, soils, farm work procedures, in consultation with the supervisor and/or nutritional specialist and in due consideration of the environmental implications.
- Fertilizer application methods are assessed according to fertilizer type, soils, farm work procedures, and in due consideration of the environmental implications.
- Fertilizers are applied according to the plant growing cycle and the farm fertilizer calendar.
- Fertilizers are handled and stored according to farm work procedures and to minimize detrimental environmental impact.
- Prepare application equipment
- Tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to farm work procedures.
- Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturers specifications and farm work procedures.
- Tools, equipment and machinery are calibrated and adjusted according to manufacturer’s guidelines and farm work procedures.
- Apply specific products at appropriate rates
- Specific products are selected based on their analysis to meet plant needs according to farm work procedures.
- Product application rates are calculated to optimise plant benefit and minimize environmental impact according to manufacturer’s specifications and farm work procedures.
- Specific products are applied at the correct rate, timing and method according to the product type and analysis, manufacturers specifications, farm work procedures, and in due consideration of the environmental implications.
- Product applications are recorded according to farm work procedures.
- Target plant response to the plant nutrition program, as well as any non-target effects such as environmental impact or pest responses are monitored, documented and reported to the supervisor according to farm work procedures.
CONTROL WEEDS (AGR611313) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to control weeds, taking into consideration Integrated Pest Management (IPM) options. Implementation is likely to be under limited supervision from others with checking only related to overall progress. Responsibility for and limited organization of the work of others may be involved. Implementation requires the application of knowledge in areas such as weed recognition, biology and control, and the lifecycles of weed predators and hosts.
- Assess weed infestation
- Scope, density and size of the infestation is assessed.
- Weeds and beneficial organisms are identified and reported or recorded in field notes.
- Levels of weed infestations tolerated by the client, market or environment are identified from the integrated pest management (IPM) strategy.
- Infestation levels, above which plant health or growth objectives are compromised are identified.
- Professional advice is obtained as required according to enterprise guidelines.
- Plan the implementation of control measures
- Control measures suitable for the infestation are selected from IPM strategy.
- Tools, equipment and implements are selected for each work activity according to enterprise work procedures.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed, controls implemented and reported to the supervisor.
- Suitable safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, used, maintained and stored.
- Control measures selected need to be in full consideration of environmental implications
- Control of harmful weeds with the use of cover crops
- Implement control measures
- Enterprise work team, contractors and IPM product suppliers are coordinated in a sequential, timely and effective manner in consultation with the supervisor.
- Control measures are implemented according to the IPM principles (e.g. water management for rice).
- Implementation of IPM activities is undertaken according to OHS requirements.
- A clean and safe work area is maintained throughout and on completion of each work activity.
- Land is prepared to ensure weed elimination.
- Records are maintained as required by legislation and enterprise guidelines.
- Monitor control weeds
- Control methods are monitored to identify side effects to other plants, animals or external environment.
- Effectiveness of control methods are assessed in reference to specified industry and enterprise standards.
- Adjustments to IPM control methods are implemented where necessary to meet enterprise specifications.
PREPARE AND APPLY CHEMICALS (AGR611314) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to prepare and apply chemicals for the control of weeds, pests and diseases. It requires knowledge of the chemicals related to the workplace, the hazards and risks involved in their use, and the specific safety procedures prescribed for working unsupervised within organizational guidelines. It requires the ability to handle and apply chemicals ensuring minimum risk to self, others and environment and accurately record their use.
- Determine the need for chemical use
- Nature and level of the pest, weed infestation or disease is identified.
- Need for action is assessed as per established procedures.
- Requirement for chemical use as an option within an integrated pest management strategy is assessed.
- Hazard and risk analysis of different chemical options is undertaken.
- Requirement for chemical application including coverage by appropriate insurance is identified and confirmed.
- Prepare appropriate chemical
- Chemical label and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) are read and understood.
- Labels are checked to ensure chemicals meet user requirements and specifications.
- Chemicals are prepared from those registered for the intended purpose, and to suit the organization’s chemical use strategy.
- Legislation and regulations concerning chemical use are identified and followed.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards and risks and risk control requirements associated with use of the chemical are identified.
- Prepare to use chemicals according to the label and MSDS
- Personal protective equipment is selected and checked for use according to the product label and MSDS.
- Requirements for pre and post-operative checks on equipment are followed.
- Damage, wear or malfunctions of any equipment is identified and reported or repaired.
- Requirements for the selection, preparation and adjustment of application equipment and tools for the appropriate chemicals are followed.
- Mixing rates are defined and calculated.
- Directions, standards and legislative requirements for mixing chemicals are followed.
- Apply chemicals
- Meteorological conditions and forecasts are assessed prior to and during application.
- Hazards of particular chemicals are identified.
- Risks to others and the environment are assessed and controlled.
- Application equipment calibration procedures are followed.
- Procedures and precautions for the use of the chemicals are interpreted from labels and accreditation requirements.
- Requirements for chemical handling and application are determined from directions, standards and legislative requirements.
- Chemicals are applied safely and effectively according to directions.
- Chemical spills or accident procedures are followed.
- First aid equipment is made available on site.
- Clean up following chemical application
- Tools or equipment required to clean up chemicals are selected.
- Requirements for cleaning equipment and sites are defined and followed according to directions and standards.
- Requirements for disposing of unused chemicals, empty containers or spilled material are defined from directions and standards.
- Procedures for reporting chemical spills are followed.
- Record application details
- Application of chemicals is recorded according to organization procedures, label directions and legislation.
- Details of the specific chemical concerned are recorded correctly in the chemical inventory according to regulations.
- Inventory of personal protective equipment and application equipment is recorded.
- Procedures and requirements for reporting application details to senior management or client are followed.
- Records of injury or poisoning associated with application of chemical are made and provided to the appropriate person.
ESTABLISH AGRONOMIC CROPS (AGR611320) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for establishing agronomic crops. It includes preparing machinery and equipment, ploughing/cultivating, seeding, applying any pre-planting treatments, maintaining machinery and equipment, relevant record keeping It requires the application of skills and knowledge to use specialized equipment to carry out seeding and fertilizer operations appropriate to soil and weather conditions. Equipment and machinery may be animal-powered. In addition, it requires an awareness of licensing requirements, safe workplace and positive environmental practices associated with seeding operations including sustainable land management. The work functions in this standard involve the application of some judgement and discretion and are likely to be carried out under minimal supervision within farm guidelines.
- Prepare machinery and equipment for use
- Machinery and equipment is selected and confirmed against the work plan and prepared to manufacturers specifications. Equipment is securely attached and calibrated for operation to manufacturers specifications.
- Existing and potential OHS hazards in the workplace are identified, risks assessed and controlled in line with farm requirements.
- Prepare for agronomic crop establishment
- Soil and weather conditions are monitored for optimal seeding conditions.
- Soil conservation and sustainable land management practices and procedures are recognized and confirmed in accordance with farm requirements and environmental concerns.
- Seeding, fertilizer, and pest and weed control requirements are confirmed against the work plan and prepared to manufacturers specifications using safe handling procedures.
- Contingency plans are prepared for unusual seasonal conditions and pest/disease outbreaks.
- Sow the crop
- Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used and maintained in accordance with OHS requirements.
- Seeding and fertilizer applications are carried out in line with the work plan.
- Pest and weed control treatment is co-ordinated with seeding and fertilizer applications as required.
- Environmental implications associated with sowing operations are identified, assessed and controlled in line with farm requirements.
- Complete seeding operations
- Seeding, machinery and equipment operation records are maintained in accordance with farm requirements.
- Machinery and equipment damage, malfunctions or irregular performance are reported in line with farm requirements.
- Machinery and equipment is cleaned, secured and stored in line with manufacturer’s specifications and farm requirements.
UNDERTAKE AGRONOMIC CROP MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES (AGR611321) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for maintaining agronomic crops. It involves the process of assessing crop condition to identify abnormalities caused by pests, weeds, soil nutrient deficiencies and soil conditions, applying pests, disease and plant disorders and weed control measures to maximize crop production and providing crop fertilizer requirements. Monitoring agronomic crops is likely to be carried out under limited supervision from others with checking only related to overall progress. It is usually done within established routines, methods and procedures where some discretion and judgment is required in the selection of equipment and materials, organization of work, services, actions and the achievement of outcomes within time and budgetary constraints.
- Assess agronomic crop condition, growth and requirements
- Crops are monitored to assess their needs and observations are recorded and reported.
- Pest and disease control alternatives are identified in line with species and level of infestation present and taking into account consultant advice if obtained.
- Economic threshold data is identified in line with action targets.
- Sites for regular measurement of soil moisture are established in consultation with survey advice.
- Soil probe is used to measure moisture levels and soil water percentage calculated.
- Water requirements are calculated in line with standing crop and forecast weather conditions.
- Apply fertilizer and amendments
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- Specialist sprays are selected and applied to organization standard and taking into account consultant advice if obtained.
- Specialist sprays are OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.according to industry standards for growth stages.
- Chipping or spot spraying is carried out as an integral part of weed control programs.
- Crop growth stages and keys are assessed, recorded and reported.
- Water is applied according to the identified need and the requirements of the organization.
- All applications are undertaken in the full consideration of adverse environmental impacts.
- Monitor crop condition, growth and requirements
- Crop maturity is monitored and the need for further applications is determined in consultation with the manager.
- The health of the crop is continually monitored and corrections to growing plan are made as and when required.
- The timing of harvest is determined in consultation with contractors and property manager.
- Complete cleaning and hygiene operations
- Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturers specifications, organizational procedures and regulations. All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the maintenance and servicing work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with organizational requirements.
UNDERTAKE AGRONOMIC CROP HARVESTING ACTIVITIES (AGR611322) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for the process of harvesting agronomic crops. It includes preparing machinery and equipment, supplies and materials needed, harvesting, cleaning and maintaining machinery and equipment and completing workplace records. Harvesting may also be carried out using manually or animal-powered tools and equipment. Harvesting is likely to be carried out under limited supervision. Overall progress may be checked periodically and will usually follow set routines, methods and procedures.
- Prepare to harvest agronomic crops
- Requirements for the work to be undertaken, method and order of harvesting is interpreted from the harvest strategy and confirmed with the supervisor.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- The environmental implications of harvesting the crop are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action is taken.
- Windrowing/swathing is completed to the standard required by the harvest strategy.
- Crop is sampled for moisture content against the classification standards.
- The hygiene standards for the crop and the site are identified from the harvest strategy and/or the crop storage plan.
- Prepare the harvesting equipment
- Harvesting machinery and other equipment are cleaned of pests and other contaminants to maintain crop and site hygiene standards, as required by the harvest strategy.
- All machinery and equipment are serviced, assessed for reliability, adjusted for harvesting conditions and appropriate parts are replaced to ensure reliability during the harvest.
- All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the maintenance and servicing work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- All maintenance and servicing is documented according to the requirements of the organizations record keeping system.
- Harvest crops
- The harvest strategy is followed and completed for each site. 3.2 OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls are implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- The environmental implications of harvesting are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action is taken.
- Harvesting machinery and ancillary equipment is operated in a safe manner and at speeds to suit crop conditions.
- The quality of the crop is maximized by maintaining the hygiene of all surfaces that come into contact with the crop.
- The quality of the crop is maximized by continually checking and, where necessary, adjusting the harvester and ancillary equipment, including their height and other settings.
- Complete harvesting operations
- Equipment is cleaned in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, organizational procedures and regulations.
- Attachments and other ancillary equipment are cleaned and stored to minimize damage and to maximize hygiene according to manufacturer’s specifications, organizational procedures and regulations.
- Insecticides are applied as required by the organization and the harvest strategy.
- All containers, leftover fluids, waste and debris from the maintenance and servicing work are disposed of safely and appropriately.
- All required records and documentation are completed accurately and promptly in accordance with organizational requirements.
SAVE, PREPARE AND STORE AGRICULTURAL SEED (AGR611323) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required for selecting grain and other seed from agricultural crops for use as seed, to calculate the quantity required, to grade and test it, and subsequently to store the seed for use in the following season. Seed stocks are selected and stored to ensure maximum quality and yield when used.
- Select seed from agricultural crops
- The quantity of seed required to sow the following season’s crop is calculated.
- The area of crop needed to produce the required quantity of seed for the following season’s crop is calculated.
- A portion of the crop to be used as seed is selected, based on the calculated requirements and its health, vigour, and grain size.
- The soil type and elevation/climatic conditions in the selected portion of the crop are noted for potential input to management decision-making.
- Measures are taken to preserve seed and plant health, vigour and uniformity within the selected area.
- The application of any chemicals to the crop is undertaken in full consideration of detrimental environmental impacts.
- All work carried out is done using the appropriate personal protective equipment and is within OHS guidelines.
- Evaluate and grade seed
- After harvest, the grain variety saved is assessed for its suitability for the location, the soil, and the organization’s current marketing requirements.
- Information regarding new varieties or trial results and progress is sourced for input to management decision-making.
- The seed is graded to the required size either on or off-site.
- Fungicidal and insecticidal dressings are applied to the seed where appropriate and according to the organizations production and marketing requirements.
- Test samples are taken, prepared and forwarded to the analyzing body, according to the guidelines of that body.
- Records of observations, information gathered, and results of tests and grading are kept, updated, and maintained according to the requirements of the organization and the industry.
2.7 The records kept are forwarded to the appropriate person for analysis and decision-making.
- Store seed
- The storage facilities to be used are selected and hygienically prepared.
- Seed is transferred to the storage facility according to the organizations OHS and hygiene guidelines.
- Seed is stored under conditions that maintain its quality and germination capacity.
- Periodical checks of seed in long-term storage are conducted for quality factors and viability according to enterprise requirements.
- Seed samples for laboratory testing are taken as required.
- Test samples are taken, prepared and forwarded for analysis according to prescribed guidelines.
- Clear and accurate records of seed storage, tests and inspections are created, maintained and kept as described in the seed storage program.
- The condition of storage facilities is monitored using the schedule and methods outlined in the seed storage program.
- Where it is required, appropriate corrective action is taken to maintain seed quality.
- Activities around the seed storage facilities are undertaken according to the OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.
- Collect and deliver seed
- Delivery or supply terms are established and applied when collecting or delivering seed.
- Seed sold or purchased conforms to local State and Federal legislation and regulations.
- Regulations relating to the interstate movement of seeds are observed.
IMPLEMENT VERTEBRATE PEST CONTROL PROGRAM (AGR611324) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to plan and implement a strategy for the control of vertebrate pests in a rural environment. It requires the application of knowledge and skills to assess the severity of pest infestation and determine methods and applications for the effective control of vertebrate pests without harm to other species or the environment. Competency requires an awareness of legislative requirements with regard to animal welfare, biosecurity, safety and environmental protection. The work in this standard is likely to be carried out under routine supervision within farm guidelines.
- Assess requirements for pest control
- Vertebrate pest control requirements are assessed and clarified according to farm objectives.
- Inspections are carried out to ascertain type and severity of pest infestations.
- Control agents and methods of application to prevent, control or manage vertebrate pests are determined.
- Control program is developed for implementation according to farm requirements.
- Prepare to implement control program
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained according to OHS requirements.
- Equipment and materials required to support the implementation of control program are arranged.
- Relevant licenses and permits are obtained according to legislative requirements.
- Safe working practices are observed and followed according to OHS and farm requirements.
- Control vertebrate pests
- Control program is implemented according to OHS, legislative and farm requirements.
- Safeguards are employed to ensure that targeted pests are controlled and all other species remain unharmed.
- Integrated health management is considered and implemented as required.
- Environmental impacts are assessed and controlled according to legislative and farm requirements.
- Complete control program
- Carcasses and control agents are disposed of according to environmental and industry Codes of Practice.
- Control program and outcomes are reviewed and evaluated for future best practice and planning management.
- Equipment and work areas are cleaned and returned to operating order according to OHS and farm requirements.
- Relevant information is documented and maintained to industry standards and farm requirements.
ELECTIVE COMPETENCIES IN AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
Elective competency units comprising this qualification of AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
FOLLOW SITE QUARANTINE PROCEDURES (AGR611325) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to follow enterprise site quarantine procedures that are designed to reduce the likelihood of pathogenic organisms entering the site. Site quarantine procedures are followed as a routine part of one’s own work and are applied to visitors to the site. Work is performed under supervision and according to established procedures and policies.
- Prepare to work in quarantine site
- Ensure personal and/or work vehicles are decontaminated before entering the quarantine site.
- Contact with potential contaminants is reported according to enterprise requirements
- Hands are washed before livestock, feed, plant stock or other products are handled
- Appropriate clothing and footwear is put on before commencing work and ‘street clothing’ is securely stored away from livestock, feed or other agricultural produce.
- Work in quarantine site
- Chemicals for disinfestation and/or medications administered to livestock are handled and stored according to workplace requirements.
- Different feed mixes, soils and/or growing media and/or other products are kept separately and appropriately marked according to quarantine procedures.
- Any cases of pest and disease incidence are identified and reported to supervisor.
- Any breaches of quarantine procedures are identified and reported to supervisor.
- Any OHS hazards are identified and appropriate action is taken according to enterprise policy and OHS legislation and codes.
- All waste products are disposed of according to SOP.
- All deceased livestock, unwanted biological material or damaged/infected plant stock are disposed of according to SOP.
- Information relating to work in quarantine site is recorded as required in the SOP.
- Assist in maintaining site quarantine procedures
- All visitors are informed of the quarantine procedures and are provided with appropriate clothing and footwear, if required by SOP.
- Any observed breaches of quarantine procedures by visitors are noted and reported to supervisor
- Gates and doors are kept locked where required by SOP and supervisor instructions
- Where installed, security fencing is maintained according to supervisors instructions
- Deliveries to site are checked to ensure that established procedures for vehicle decontamination, unloading and receipt and holding or storage of stock and/or supplies are followed
- Respond to site quarantine breach or problem
- The specific problem and its location is identified and reported to supervisor Quarantine site and location of breach is cleaned and disinfected as required according to the specific nature of the problem and SOP
- Livestock, plant stock suspected of being exposed to contaminants are isolated and monitored for evidence of contamination according to SOP.
- Information about the breach or problem is recorded according to SOP
COLLECT SAMPLES FOR A RURAL PRODUCTION OR HORTICULTURE MONITORING PROGRAM (AGR611326) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to collect samples as part of a rural production or horticulture monitoring program or while conducting post-mortem examination of livestock or other animals. It requires the ability to plan for collecting, prepare equipment and resources, carry out collecting, and complete collecting activities. Collecting samples requires knowledge of industry sampling and preserving guidelines and protocols, types of tissue that might be collected, environmental legislation, and sampling and preserving methods. Samples collected will usually be analyzed by laboratory staff, although collection staff may undertake some tests.
- Plan for collection of samples
- Purpose and scope of sample collection activity is confirmed from discussion with supervisor or work instructions.
- Sample collection schedule is read/heard and confirmed with supervisor.
- Sampling site location is confirmed and, where required, approval obtained for site access following enterprise guidelines.
- Samples to be collected and preserved are identified in conjunction with supervisor or by reference to enterprise guidelines.
- Range of likely operating conditions, hazards and difficult/sensitive environments are assessed for impact on sampling and testing.
- Prepare equipment and resources
- Equipment required for sampling and preserving is sourced according to sampling procedures.
- Equipment is checked for availability and serviceability in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- Data or record sheets/books are collected for use.
- Equipment, data sheets and personnel are moved to sampling sites without injury or damage and readied for use.
- Carry out sampling and preserving procedures
- Samples are collected in accordance with sampling plan and enterprise procedures and industry protocols/guidelines.
- Samples are preserved and recorded in accordance with sampling standards and guidelines.
- Samples for external analysis are prepared, packaged and sent to laboratory in accordance with sampling schedule and laboratory standards.
- Hazardous materials are packaged and transported in accordance with legislative requirements.
- Observations including information on the surrounding area and environmental conditions are made in accordance with monitoring schedule.
- Equipment operation and work practices conform to OHS requirements.
- Collection outcomes including presentation of samples are reported and delivered in accordance to enterprise guidelines.
- Complete sample collection activities
- stored in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- Damaged or malfunctioning equipment is repaired on site or sent to manufacturer or specialist.
- Sampling results and observations are accurately recorded on data sheets and forwarded in accordance with enterprise procedures.
- Changes in field conditions and equipment are conveyed to supervisor according to enterprise procedures.
HANDLE BULK MATERIALS IN STORAGE AREA (AGR611327) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required This competency standard covers the process of receiving, moving and sampling bulk materials in a storage area. It includes the use of safety equipment and procedures, and the repair of the facility and equipment used to store the bulk materials. Bulk materials are handled to industry standards in relation to segregation and storage conditions ensuring minimum loss or damage and optimum returns. The handling of bulk materials in storage areas is likely to be carried out under limited supervision. Overall progress may be checked periodically. The handling of bulk materials in storage areas will usually follow set routines, methods and procedures.
- Prepare to work in bulk materials storage area
- Work undertaken is interpreted from the work program where necessary, and confirmed with the management.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- Suitable personal protective clothing and equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked, and maintained if necessary.
- Environmental implications of undertaking work in the bulk materials storage area are identified, likely outcomes assessed and if necessary responsible action taken.
- Worker be informed what to do in case this type of emergency or things happen.
- Sample bulk materials for testing
- Representative samples of bulk materials are taken for testing in line with the requirements of the bulk materials storage program.
- Sampling is undertaken safely, following the prescribed guidelines for the activity. Representative bulk materials samples are prepared for dispatch, accurately and clearly labelled, and packaged according to the guidelines of the organization and the analyzing body.
- Samples are dispatched to the analyzing body, according to the requirements of the bulk materials storage program.
- Move bulk materials into and out of storage
- Bulk materials for handling and storage are correctly identified from the written or verbal instructions.
- Bulk materials are segregated according to type, variety and quality characteristics according to the requirements of the organization as stated in the bulk materials storage program.
- Measures are taken to minimize insect and weed infestation and contamination during the movement of the bulk materials. Fumigation.
- Bulk materials are regularly checked for insect infestation and
contamination during movement according to enterprise
requirements. - Any storage and handling equipment that is used is thoroughly cleaned after emptying, and dismantled if necessary, according to the procedures of the organization and the nature of the equipment.
- Bulk materials are moved into and out of storage according to the procedures of the organization, and following the prescribed OHS procedures.
- Silo types and handling equipment are selected for each bulk material type in relation to their storage characteristics and flow properties and according to the requirements of the bulk materials storage program.
- Suitable measures are implemented to minimize the affect of desiccant dusts on the flow properties of bulk materials. If have dust collector, the better.
- Records are clearly and accurately updated and stored as and when required by the bulk materials storage program.
- Repair and maintain storage facility
- The need for repairs to the facility is identified through observation or instruction.
- Maintenance and repairs are conducted according to the requirements of the organization and following the prescribed OHS procedures and taking into account environmental considerations.
- Completed maintenance records and other appropriate information are documented in accordance with enterprise requirements.
- Workshop and work areas are cleaned and maintained to OHS and enterprise requirements.
- Maintenance and repairs, damage, malfunctions or irregular performance in machinery, tools and equipment are reported in line with organizational requirements.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned, secured and stored in line with OHS and organizational requirements
PREPARE GRAIN STORAGES (AGRA611328) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to safely maintain the site, the storage and equipment for handling, and storage of bulk materials. At the completion of the work described in this standard, storages, surrounding areas and equipment are prepared in readiness for receiving grain at an acceptable level of hygiene. Work is likely to be under routine supervision with intermittent checking. Responsibility for some roles and co-ordination within a team may be required. Preparing bulk material storages is usually within established routines, methods and procedures. Competency at this level involves the application of knowledge and skills in the maintenance of facilities, tools and equipment.
- Prepare to work in bulk material storage area
- Work to be undertaken is understood from work program where necessary, and confirmed with supervisor.
- OHS hazards are identified, risk assessed and suitable controls implemented.
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used and maintained.
- Tools and equipment suitable for the work to be undertaken are selected, checked and maintained, if necessary.
- Environmental implications of undertaking work in the bulk material storage area are identified, likely outcomes assessed and, if necessary, responsible action taken.
- Prepare storage area
- Storage site is cleaned of weeds, dust and spillage to organization requirements.
- Refuse is disposed of according to regulatory requirements.
- Site is maintained in a clean and tidy condition according to organization requirements.
- Storage site is prepared according to OHS standards.
- Prepare storages
- Storages are prepared according to OHS standards.
- Bulk material storages are cleaned of all residues according to organization requirements.
- Bulk material storages are checked for structural safety, damage or deterioration, and repaired or reported as required according to organization requirements.
- Temporary storages are prepared and erected to meet the needs of the organization according to OHS standards.
- Prepare bulk material handling machinery
- Bulk material handling machinery is cleaned free of contamination and residues according to organization requirements.
- Bulk material handling equipment is adjusted and set according to organization requirements.
- Bulk material handling equipment is prepared ready for use according to manufacturer’s instructions and OHS standards.
- Complete maintenance operations
- Workplace information is recorded clearly and accurately in the format and at the time required by the organization.
- Waste is collected and disposed of or recycled to minimize damage to the external environment.
- Tools and equipment are cleaned and stored according to organization work procedures.
COMPLY WITH INDUSTRY QUALITY ASSURANCE REQUIREMENTS (AGR611329) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to comply with industry quality assurance requirements in the production of meat, milk or eggs. It requires the ability to implement quality assurance practices on food safety, quality, and animal welfare, biosecurity, implement standard operating procedures, and report problems that affect quality. Complying with industry quality assurance requirements requires knowledge of industry quality assurance requirements, animal production processes, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) approach to quality assurance, and enterprise policies, guidelines and standard operating procedures relating to food safety, quality and animal welfare.
- Implement quality assurance practices on food safety and quality, biosecurity and animal welfare
- Elements of the industry quality assurance requirements are determined.
- Hazards to food safety and quality are identified for work area according to enterprise guidelines and standard operating procedures.
- Critical control points for work area are determined according to workplace procedures.
- Record keeping is completed according to industry QA requirements.
- Implement standard operating procedures
- Standard operating procedures are implemented in accordance with enterprise requirements.
- Non-conforming or defective product reported to supervisor according to enterprise/industry requirements.
- Corrective action taken in accordance with enterprise policy and procedures.
- Report problems that affect quality
- Recognize potential or existing quality problems.
- Identify instances of variation in quality from specifications or work instructions.
- Report variation and potential problems to supervisor/manager according to enterprise guidelines.
MAINTAIN AND MONITOR ENVIRONMENTAL WORK PRACTICES (AGR611330) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to maintain and monitor positive environmental work practices. It requires the ability to recognize basic environmental hazards and threats. It includes the ability to follow and give workplace directions and instructions by communicating accurately with supervisors and workplace colleagues, and to keep records. Maintaining and monitoring environmental work practices requires awareness of, and an ability to implement relevant environmental legislation, policies and workplace/industry practices.
- Maintain workplace environmental procedures
- Workplace procedures and work instructions for integrated environmental work practices for own work area are recognized, followed and conveyed to team members.
- Relevant legislation, codes and national standards that impact on workplace environmental practices are recognized, conveyed to team members and followed.
- Recognize and report on potential environmental threats
- Existing and potential environmental risks and hazards are identified, reported to designated personnel and dealt with.
- Location and extent of the potential environmental threat are accurately recorded.
- Reports on the potential environmental threat are completed according to enterprise guidelines.
- Support continuous improvement of environmental work practices
- Information is gathered and improvements are suggested to support the development of improved environmental workplace practices.
- Environmental issues and their relationship to workplace practices are discussed in the workplace.
- Changes to workplace approaches to environmental practices are responded to positively and promptly in accordance with enterprise requirements.
- Individuals/teams are informed of the results of environmental improvements in the workplace.
- Environmental training needs of the work team are identified, and training is sought where required.
- Maintain environmental records
- Environmental records are accurately and legibly maintained and stored securely in a form accessible for reporting purposes.
- Internal and external reporting procedures are identified and maintained.
KEEP RECORDS FOR A FARM BUSINESS (AGR611331) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required. This competency standard covers the process of creating and maintaining physical records, preparing and processing basic financial transactions, establishing and maintaining a cashbook, and reconciling and preparing invoices within primary production businesses. Both the physical and financial records of the business are vital for use by management for planning purposes, meeting legislative requirements, and the efficient operation of the business on a daily basis.
- Prepare and store physical records
- Physical records and inventories required for the organization are determined in consultation with the management team.
- Methods for collecting information are reliable, and time and resources are used efficiently.
- Appropriate interpersonal skills are used to access relevant information from individuals and teams.
- Information is organized into a format suitable for analysis, interpretation and dissemination in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Business equipment/technology is used to maintain information in accordance with organizational and OHS requirements.
- Records are updated and stored in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Process petty cash transactions
- Petty cash claims and vouchers are checked for accuracy and authenticity prior to processing.
- Petty cash transactions are processed and recorded in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Petty cash book balanced in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Establish and maintain cash book
- Cash receipts and payments book created, and documentation relating to financial transactions checked for validity prior to processing.
- Cashbook balances reconciled with bank and creditor statements.
- Cashbook balances are used to complete legislative reporting requirements.
- Cash flow statements are prepared on the basis of summarized cashbook entries.
- Reconcile invoices for payment to creditors
- Adjustments and errors are identified, reported and rectified in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Invoices processed and payment made in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Prepare invoices for debtors
- Invoices are prepared accurately and, if required, distributed to nominated person for verification prior to dispatch.
- Adjustments are made as required in accordance with organizational requirements.
- Invoices and other related documents copied and filed in accordance with organizational requirements for taxation and auditing purposes.
PERFORM SPECIALISED MACHINERY AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE (AGR611332) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to maintain specialized machinery and equipment. Specialized machinery and equipment refers to machinery and equipment used principally in agriculture and horticulture, work where there is high wear and tear on components. It requires the ability to carry out engine and equipment checks, undertake transmission checks, maintain high wear components and attachments, and record maintenance work. Performing specialized machinery maintenance requires knowledge of general machine function principles and maintenance, and operational replacement wear component requirements and procedures.
- Carry out prime mover checks
- Regular prime mover checks are carried out on specialized machinery and equipment as specified in operator’s manual. After use check-up.
- All relevant grease or lubricant points are lubricated according to manufacturers’ specifications. Regular periodic check-up.
- Oils and filters are changed at intervals prescribed in operator’s manual.
- Systems (i.e. cooling, electrical, lubrication, etc.) checked for deterioration and took action to defects in line with supervisor’s instructions.
- OHS hazards in the workplace are identified, risk assessed and reported according to enterprise requirements.
- Carry out transmission checks
- Drive and steering clutches are checked for operation and adjustment in line with operator’s manual.
- Transmission oil levels are checked in line with operator manual.
- Tracks/wheels and undercarriage are checked for oil leaks, wear and alignment.
- Faulty seals or leaks are identified and corrective actions taken according to operator’s instructions.
- Transmission is regularly checked for: alignment in case of belt transmission oil levels in case of enclosed transmission.
- Maintain components and attachments
- Suitable personal protective equipment is selected, used, maintained and stored according to OHS requirements.
- Machine operational replacement wear components are checked for wear and condition.
- Worn or unserviceable replacement components are replaced as part of daily routines.
- Component inspection and replacement activities are completed safely following enterprise and industry guidelines.
- Moving operational components are checked for wear and condition and adjusted to the tolerances specified in the operator’s manual where applicable.
- Work areas are cleaned, returned to operating condition and maintained according to enterprise and OHS requirements.
- Record maintenance
- Identified faults and defects are recorded in machine record.
- Maintenance procedures including duplicates usage are recorded in workshop record.
- Service or repair requirements are reported and took action according to prescribed procedures.
INSTALL IRRIGATION SYSTEMS (AGR611333) – This unit covers the skills and knowledge required to install pressurized irrigation systems. It requires the ability to organize resources for installation work, set out and prepare site, install irrigation components, complete installation work, commission irrigation systems and communicate with work team members, supervisors, contractors and consultants. Installing irrigation systems requires knowledge of methods and techniques of irrigation, components of an irrigation system, behavior of water on varying terrain and soil types, soil water retention testing techniques and soil characteristics, and enterprise OHS procedures.
- Organize resources for installation work
- Materials, tools, equipment and machinery are selected according to the irrigation system design requirements and enterprise work procedures.
- The construction site for the irrigation system and construction method is identified according to the site and irrigation system plans and enterprise work procedures.
- Parts and equipment delivered to site are checked according to system drawings and specifications.
- Pre-operational and safety checks are carried out on tools, equipment and machinery according to manufacturers specifications and enterprise work procedures.
- OHS hazards are identified, risks assessed, controls implemented and reported to the supervisor.
- Suitable safety and personal protective equipment (PPE) are selected, used and maintained.
- Water supply is checked to ensure that it is compatible with system specifications.
- Set out and prepare site
- Measurement and marking out of irrigation lines are consistent with the plan.
- Trenches where constructed are at the specified depth without damage to services, facilities, features and established plants.
- Equipment operation and work practices conform to enterprise and legislative OHS requirements.
- Regulations and legislation relevant to the situation are observed.
- Work practices reflect sustainable horticulture principles and respond to local community requirements.
- Install irrigation components
- Plan is interpreted and where applicable, contractors are supervised and work is monitored to conform to the plan.
- Components are assembled and connected according to the plan, joints are completed and tested according to manufacturers specifications.
- Fittings and valves are fitted and adjusted to the requirements of the installation plan, and all joints are secured according to enterprise guidelines.
- A clean and safe work area is maintained while installation work is carried out.
- Tools appropriate to the task being undertaken are chosen and used according to guidelines and safe working practices are employed.
- Complete installation work
- Earthworks are finished off to plan specifications and enterprise work procedures.
- The system configuration and capacity matches the installation plan.
- The site is restored and waste material is removed from the site and disposed of in an environmentally aware and safe manner according to enterprise work procedures.
- Tools, equipment and machinery are cleaned, maintained and stored according to enterprise work procedures
- Commission irrigation system
- Start-up sequence is in accordance with operations manual.
- System is flushed as required.
- Operating faults are identified and corrective actions taken according to the operations manual.
- Testing and monitoring equipment are calibrated to manufacturer’s specifications.
- Work outcomes are recorded or reported to the supervisor according to enterprise work procedures.
COMMON COMPETENCIES IN AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III (14 Hours)
Basic competency units comprising this qualification in AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
APPLY SAFETY MEASURES IN FARM OPERATIONS (AGR321201) – This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform safety measures effectively and efficiently. It includes identifying areas, tools, materials, time and place in performing safety measures.
- Determine areas of concern for safety measures
- Work tasks are identified in line with farm operations
- Place for safety measures are determined in line with farm operations
- Time for safety measures are determined in line with farm operations
- Appropriate tools, materials and outfits are prepared in line with job requirements
- Apply appropriate safety measures
- Tools and materials are used according to specifications and procedures
- Outfits are worn according to farm requirements
- Effectivity/shelf life/expiration of materials are strictly observed
- Emergency procedures are known and followed to ensure a safework requirement
- Hazards in the workplace are identified and reported in line with farm guidelines
- Safekeep/maintain/ dispose tools, materials and outfit.
- Used tools and outfit are cleaned after use and stored in designated areas
- Unused materials are properly labeled and stored according to manufacturers recommendation and farm requirements
- Waste materials are disposed according to manufacturers, government and farm requirements
USE FARM TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT (AGR321202) – This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to use farm tools and equipment. It includes selection, operation and preventive maintenance of farm tools and equipment.
- Prepare and use farm tools
- Identified appropriate farm tools according to requirement/use
- Farm tools are checked for faults and defective tools reported in accordance with farm procedures
- Appropriate tools and equipment are safely used according to job requirements and manufacturers conditions
- Prepare and operate farm equipment
- Identify appropriate farm equipment
- Instructional manual of the farm tools and equipment are carefully read prior to operation
- Pre-operation check-up is conducted in line with manufacturers manual
- Faults in farm equipment are identified and reported in line with farm procedures
- Farm equipment used according to its function
- Followed safety procedures
- Perform preventive maintenance procedures/practices
- Tools and equipment are cleaned immediately after use in line with farm procedures
- Routine check-up and maintenance are performed
- Tools and equipment are stored in designated areas in line with farm procedures
PERFORM ESTIMATION AND BASIC CALCULATION (AGR321203) – This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to perform basic workplace calculations relating to feeds, fertilizer and related quantities.
- Perform estimation
- Job requirements are identified from written or oral communications
- Quantities of materials and resources required to complete a work task are estimated
- The time needed to complete a work activity is estimated
- Accurate estimate for work completion are made
- Estimate of materials and resources are reported to appropriate person
- Perform basic workplace calculation
- Calculations to be made are identified according to job requirements
- Correct method of calculation identified
- System and units of measurement to be followed are ascertained
- Calculation needed to complete work tasks are performed using the four basic process of addition, division, multiplication and subtraction
- Calculate whole fraction, percentage and mixed when are used to complete the instructions
- Number computed in self checked and completed for alignment
BASIC COMPETENCIES IN AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III (18 Hours)
Basic competency units comprising this qualification in AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
LEAD WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION (500311109) – This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to lead in the dissemination and discussion of ideas, information and issues in the workplace.
- Communicate information about workplace processes
- Appropriate communication method is selected
- Multiple operations involving several topics areas are communicated accordingly
- Questions are used to gain extra information
- Correct sources of information are identified
- Information is selected and organized correctly
- Verbal and written reporting is undertaken when required
- Communication skills are maintained in all situations
- Lead workplace discussions
- Response to workplace issues are sought
- Response to workplace issues are provided immediately
- Constructive contributions are made to workplace discussions on such issues as production, quality and safety
- Goals/objectives and action plan undertaken in the workplace are communicated
- Identify and communicate issues arising in the workplace
- Issues and problems are identified as they arise
- Information regarding problems and issues are organized coherently to ensure clear and effective communication
- Dialogue is initiated with appropriate personnel
- Communication problems and issues are raised as they arise
LEAD SMALL TEAMS (500311110) – This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes to lead small teams including setting and maintaining team and individual performance standards.
- Provide team leadership
- Work requirements are identified and presented to team members
- Reasons for instructions and requirements are communicated to team members
- Team members’ queries and concerns are recognized, discussed and dealt with
- Assign responsibilities among members
- Duties, and responsibilities are allocated having regard to the skills, knowledge and aptitude required to properly undertake the assigned task and according to company policy
- Duties are allocated having regard to individual preference, domestic and personal considerations, whenever possible
- Set performance expectation for team members
- Performance expectations are established based on client needs and according to assignment requirements
- Performance expectations are based on individual team members duties and area of responsibility
- Performance expectations are discussed and disseminated to individual team members
- Supervise team performance
- Monitoring of performance takes place against defined performance criteria and/or assignment instructions and corrective action taken if required
- Team members are provided with feedback, positive support and advice on strategies to overcome any deficiencies
- Performance issues which cannot be rectified or addressed within the team are referenced to appropriate personnel according to employer policy
- Team members are kept informed of any changes in the priority allocated to assignments or tasks which might impact on client/customer needs and satisfaction
- Team operations are monitored to ensure that employer/client needs and requirements are met
- Follow-up communication is provided on all issues affecting the team
- All relevant documentation is completed in accordance with company procedures
DEVELOP AND PRACTICE NEGOTIATION SKILLS (500311111) – This unit covers the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to collect information in order to negotiate to a desired outcome and participate in the negotiation.
- Plan negotiations
- Information on preparing for negotiation is identified and included in the plan
- Information on creating non verbal environments for positive negotiating is identified and included in the plan
- Information on active listening is identified and included in the plan
- Information on different questioning techniques is identified and included in the plan
- Information is checked to ensure it is correct and up-to-date
- Participate in negotiations
- Criteria for successful outcome are agreed upon by all parties
- Desired outcome of all parties are considered
- Appropriate language is used throughout the negotiation
- A variety of questioning techniques are used
- The issues and processes are documented and agreed upon by all parties
- Possible solutions are discussed and their viability assessed
- Areas for agreement are confirmed and recorded
- Follow-up action is agreed upon by all parties
SOLVE PROBLEMS RELATED TO WORK ACTIVITIES (500311112) – This unit of covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to solve problems in the workplace including the application of problem solving techniques and to determine and resolve the root cause of problems.
- Identify the problem
- Variances are identified from normal operating parameters; and product quality
- Extent, cause and nature are of the problem are defined through observation, investigation and analytical techniques
- Problems are clearly stated and specified
- Determine fundamental causes of the problem
- Possible causes are identified based on experience and the use of problem solving tools / analytical techniques.
- Possible cause statements are developed based on findings
- Fundamental causes are identified per results of investigation conducted
- Determine corrective action
- All possible options are considered for resolution of the problem
- Strengths and weaknesses of possible options are considered
- Corrective actions are determined to resolve the problem and possible future causes
- Action plans are developed identifying measurable objectives, resource needs and timelines in accordance with safety and operating procedures
- Provide recommendation/s to manager
- Report on recommendations are prepared
- Recommendations are presented to appropriate personnel.
- Recommendations are followed-up, if required
USE MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS AND TECHNIQUES (500311113) – This unit covers the knowledge, skills and attitudes required in the application of mathematical concepts and techniques.
- Identify mathematical tools and techniques to solve problem
- Problem areas are identified based on given condition
- Mathematical techniques are selected based on the given problem
- Apply mathematical procedures/solution
- Mathematical techniques are applied based on the problem identified
- Mathematical computations are performed to the level of accuracy required for the problem
- Results of mathematical computation is determined and verified based on job requirements
- Analyze results
- Result of application is reviewed based on expected and required specifications and outcome
- Appropriate action is applied in case of error
USE RELEVANT TECHNOLOGIES (500311114) – This unit of competency covers the knowledge, skills, and attitude required in selecting, sourcing and applying appropriate and affordable technologies in the workplace.
- Study/select appropriate technology
- Usage of different technologies is determined based on job requirements
- Appropriate technology is selected as per work specification
- Apply relevant technology
- Relevant technology is effectively used in carrying out function
- Applicable software and hardware are used as per task requirement
- Management concepts are observed and practiced as per established industry practices
- Maintain/enhance of relevant technology
- Maintenance of technology is applied in accordance with the industry standard operating procedure, manufacturer’s operating guidelines and occupational health and safety procedure to ensure its operative ability
- Updating of technology is maintained through continuing education or training in accordance with job requirement
- Technology failure/ defect is immediately reported to the concern/responsible person or section for appropriate action
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
Recommended list of tools, equipment and materials for the training of Agricultural Crops Production NC III
| TOOLS | EQUIPMENT | MATERIALS |
|---|---|---|
| Bolos | Booth/temporary shed | Agri bags, plastic |
| Broomstick | Cart (Kariton & paragus) | Bamboo stick |
| Calculator | Coolroom | Basket |
| Container | Comb-tooth harrow | Bond paper |
| Cutting tools | Computer with record keeping | Catching nets |
| Digging tools | Crates | Clips |
| Drying meter | Drying oven | Coconut dust |
| Dulos | Farm / field | Compost |
| Fruit crate | Greenhouse / nursery | Fertilizers-various |
| Harvesting tools | Harvesting equipment | First aide supplies/medicine |
| Hat | Irrigation system (sprinkler, mist/drip irrigation) | Flower inducer |
| Knapsack sprayer | Mower (grass cutter) | Fungicides |
| Knife | Over head projector (OHP) | Gloves |
| Light hoe | Portable chain saw | Growing media (garden soil, sewed sand, compost, soil, manure and sawdust/rice |
| Moisture meter | Post-Harvest treatment equipment | Killing bottles |
| Personal protection equipment | Power sprayer | |
| Petri-dish | Propagation Equipment | Marking pens |
| pH meter | Pump for irrigation | Masks |
| Pick mattock | Rotavator | Material Safety Data Sheets |
| Picking knife | Service vehicle | Mulching material |
| Plow | Sorting /Grading equipment | Hair nets |
| Plumbing tools | Spike tooth harrow | Packaging materials |
| Post-Harvest treatment tools | Storage room | Pail |
| Protective coat | Surface irrigation system | Paper/bond |
| Protective gadgets | Tractor/Carabao | Pencil |
| Pruning sheers | Typewriter | Pens |
| Rake | Pesticides/Insectici des | |
| Scissors | TRAINING MATERIALS | Pieces of cloth |
| Seed bed | Brochures | Plastic bag |
| Seedling tray | Instructional supplies & materials | Plumbing supplies |
| Shovel | Visual aids | Pots |
| Sprinklers | Reference materials/Books (technical information on horticultural and agronomic crops) | Propagation materials e.g. seeds spores, cuttings etc., |
| Step ladder | (first aide kit with reference manual) | Propagating media (garden soil, sawdust, sand, composed, coconut coir) |
| Storage tools/cabinet | Data (Data on result of soil analysis) | Rice hull |
| Transplanting tools | Procedural manuals | Rope, (small, med. Large) |
| Trowel | Soil samples analysis | Rubber band |
| Examples of farm standard operating procedures (SOPs) | Rubber boots | |
| Rubber knots | ||
| Sacks | ||
| Sample of matured vegetable crops | ||
| Seed box | ||
| Seedlings, assorted | ||
| Seeds | ||
| Soil auger | ||
| String | ||
| Tetrazolium chemical | ||
| Transplanting supplies | ||
| Detergent, liquid and powder soap | ||
| Brush |
DEFINITION OF TERMS
For the purpose of this standard, the word
- Aflatoxin – the toxin produced by some strains of the fungi ASPERGILUS FLAVUS and ASPERGILUS PARASTICUS; the most potent carcinogen yet discovered.
- Agronomy – the application of the various soil and plant sciences to soil management and raising of crops.
- Agronomic crops – may include coarse grains, grain legumes, coffee, coconuts, cotton, soya beans, peanuts and sugar cane.
- Agricultural crops – may include fruits, vegetables, herbs, flowers, foliage, bulbs, tubers, nuts, mushrooms, wild harvest plants and oils.
- Ambient condition– ordinary room temperature and relative humidity.
- Ambient air – the surrounding air (atmospheric).
- Ambient storage – any treatment or practice extending post harvest life of harvested commodity beyond that of similar commodity held under ambient conditions without treatment.
- Airflow rate – the amount of air passing through an obstruction per unit of time.
- ACIAR – Australian Center for International Agricultural Research
- AFHB – ASEAN Food Handling Bureau
- BPRE – Bureau of Post harvest Research & Extension
- Curing – process of toughening and self-healing of bruises and skinned areas in root and tubes crops or the rapid closing of the neck of bulb crops under favourable conditions
- Driller – a machine for sowing in furrows
- Drip Irrigation – application of water through small tubes and orifices or emitters which discharge small quantity of water to the base of the plant
- Dry-bulb temperature – the temperature of air indicated by a standard temperature
- Equilibrium moisture content – the moisture content at which moisture in a product is in equilibrium with the surrounding air. The product does not gain or loss moisture.
- Fogging – to cover or envelope with fog
- Foliar Fertilizer – fertilizer formulation containing nitrogen, phosphorous and potassium plus selected micronutrient element such as (Ca, Mg, Mn, Fe, Zn, Cl, B, Cu, S) applied by spraying on the leaves
- Fumigant – a chemical compound which acts in the gaseous state to destroy insects and their larvae.
- Fumigation – the process of treating stored products with insecticides/pesticides and the like in fumes or vapor form.
- Furrow Irrigation – a method of supplying water through a canal system wherein water flows down or across the slope of the field
- Furrowing – final step in land preparation by making furrows or beds for planting
- GATT – General Agreement on Tariff and Trade
- Grading – the process of classifying into groups according to a set of recognized criteria of quality and size, each group bearing an accepted name and size grouping.
- Growing Medium – mixture of different materials such as soil, sand, compost, coir dust, rice hull, perlite, peat, etc. for growing seedlings
- HACCP – Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points
- Hardening – the process of gradually withholding water and exposing to direct sunlight to prevent seedlings from transplanting stress/shock
- Harrowing – breaking of large soil clods that are caused by plowing
- Hilling-Up – the process of covering the applied fertilizer material by raising the soil towards the base of the plant to further stabilize its stand for better plant growth.
- Hygrometer – an instrument that measures humidity.
- Insect pest – a destructive or harmful insect.
- Irrigation – any method of supplying water to sustain plant growth
- Off-Baring– process of cultivating the soil away from the base of the plants
- Pricking-Off– methods of transferring of seedling to avoid overcrowding
- Larvae – the first stage of the life cycle of insects after leaving the egg.
- Manometer – an instrument that measures air pressure.
- Maturity – the quality or state of ripeness, or of being fully developed grain.
- Maturity index – signs or indications that a commodity is mature and is ready to be harvested.
- Moisture content – the conventional index used to determine whether the seed is dry enough for safe storage or for milling usually expressed in percent (% M.C.).
- Molds – superficial often woolly growth produced on various forms of organic matter, especially when damp or decaying.
- NFA – National Food Authority
- Packaging – technology or process to ensure adequate protection and safe delivery of a product from the produces to the ultimate consumer.
- Packing – act of putting commodities in a container.
- Packinghouse – place where the preparatory steps for storage or marketing are done.
- Pallet – low portable platform made of wood or metal or in combination to facilitate handling, storage or transport of materials as a unit load using forklift.
- Perishables – food crops for which value and/or quality is maintained over a short period of time after harvest. These include fruits, vegetables, flowers, young coconut, nursery stocks and some staple root crops such as sweet potato, cassava and yam.
- Postharvest disease – disease observed after harvest regardless of when or where initial infestation took place.
- Post harvest handling – specific term used for the movement of commodities and operations through which a commodity undergoes from harvest to possession of the fixed consumer, includes the technological aspects of marketing and distribution.
- Post harvest infection – infection that takes place after harvest.
- Post harvest life – period of time during which a commodity is still acceptable for its intended purpose.
- Pre cooling – strictly, it means the rapid cooling (48 hours or less) of a commodity to a desired transit or storage temperature soon after harvest before it is stored or moved in transit.
- Pupa – an intermediate stage of an insect that preys on one or more plants and animals that man wishes to preserve for his own use.
- Refrigeration – process of removing heat from a compartment or substance so that temperature is lowered and then maintained at a desirable level, usually refers to refrigeration by mechanical means.
- Relative humidity – the actual vapor pressure of the air relative to saturation.
- Respiration – biological process by which organic materials are broken down to simpler forms accompanied by the release of energy and heat.
- Ripening – the state of development of a fruit when it becomes soft and edible applies strictly to climacteric type fruit.
- Rodents – refer to rats and mice which destroy grains and other stored products.
- Senescence – final phase in the life of an organ in which a series of normally irreversible events are initiated leading to cellular breakdown or death of the organ.
- Side-Dress Fertilizer – additional amount of any fertilizer materials applied at the onset of flowering to complete the nutritional requirement of the crop
- Sprinkler Irrigation – a mechanical method of supplying water over the standing crop by means of a nozzle which is rotated by water pressure
- Synthetic Mulch – mulching materials made either of polyethylene or non-woven fabric
- Sorting – the process of classifying into groups designated by the person classifying crops or commodities the produce either according to a set criteria.
- Standard – the set of criteria and specifications of quality determining the grades, described as product characteristics such as maturity, color, cleanliness, shape, free from decay and blemishes and uniformity of size.
- Storage – process of keeping horticultural crops in a structure designed to protect the stored products from inclement weather and pests for a short or long period of time to await processing or movement to other location.
- Storage life – the longest time produce can be kept in a sound marketable condition.
- Tachometer – an instrument that measures revolutions per minute
- Tillage – the mechanical manipulation of the soil
- Transplants – vegetable seedlings produced for transplanting
- Trellis – a support structure for vinyl crops and can either be T, I, Y, A shaped
- Velometer – an instrument that measures velocity of air flow
- Waxing – application of a thin film of surface coating to fruits and vegetables.
- Wet-bulb temperature – temperature of moist air indicated by a thermometer whose bulb is covered with a moist wick which the air flow passing over has a velocity of 15 ft per second.
List of Schools that offer TESDA Courses for Agricultural Crops Production
Below are the list of TESDA schools that offer courses for AGRICULTURAL CROPS PRODUCTION NC III
- 1 and All Technical School – Cagayan De Oro City
- Acedilla Technological Institute Foundation – Leyte
- Adoress Farm Training and Assessment Center – Laguna
- Advance Tech International Manpower Training Center – Pagadian City – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Advance Tech International Manpower Training Center – Zamboanga City
- AGREA Agricultural Community International Foundation – Marinduque
- Agricultural Training Institute VII Bohol – Bohol
- Agriskwela Institute of the Philippines – Cavite
- Agusan Del Sur State College of Agriculture and Technology – Agusan Del Sur
- Aklan State University – Aklan
- Alameda Farm – Surigao Del Sur
- Apostol’s Techno – Demo Learning Farm – Cotabato City
- Art Raya Vocational Institute – Lanao del Sur
- Arteche National Agricultural School (ANAS) Arteche Campus – Eastern Samar
- Arteche National Agricultural School (ANAS) Oras Campus – Eastern Samar
- Asia Pacific College of Business and Arts – Bongabon – Nueva Ecija
- Aspire AgriTech Academy – Romblon
- ATEC Technological College – Bulacan
- Atugan Nature Farm – Bukidnon
- Awang Technical Vocational Institute – Maguindanao
- Bakaan Farm Training Center – Ilocos Sus
- Basilan Skills Development Academy – Basilan
- Bataan Peninsula Educational Institution – Bataan
- Bausa Integrated Farm and Training Center – Bulacan
- Bendicar Farm Agri Eco Tourism – Southern Leyte
- Benguet Technical School – Benguet
- Bible Baptist Christian Academy of Marnading – Lanao Del Norte
- Biliran Province State University – Biliran Campus
- Binahon Agro-Forestry and Diversified Farm – Bukidnon
- Bislig City Surigao del Sur-District II Skills Training Center – Surigao Del Sur
- Bohol Institute of Technology – Bohol
- Bonbon Sagay Upland Farmers Association – Camiguin
- Bondoc Peninsula Technological Institute – Quezon Province
- Bonsay Farm – Palawan
- Brillita Agri-Tourism and Skills Development Center – Nueva Ecija
- Buhian Diversified Farm – Misamis Oriental
- Bulacan Agricultural State College – Bulacan
- Buluan Technical Education School of Life – Maguindanao
- Busikong Greenland Multi-Purpose Cooperative – Maguindanao
- Caddnet Computer Technology Institute – Canelar – Zamboanga City
- Cagayan North Research and Training Institute – Cagayan Valley
- Cagayan State University – Cagayan Valley
- Calasiao Agri-tourism Training and Assessment Center – Pangasinan
- Calubian National Vocational School – Leyte
- Camiguin Polytechnic State College – Camiguin
- Capiz State University – Roxas City
- Castro Tomas Agri-Techture Farm School and Training Center – Tarlac
- Castromayor Integrated Farm School Incorporated – Sultan Kudarat
- Catubig Diversified Farm – Surigao Del Norte
- Center for Applied Practical Skills – Talavera – Nueva Ecija
- Central Philippines University – Iloilo City
- Chad’s Nature Farm – Batangas
- Christian Life Learning Center (Phil.) – Pangasinan
- Concepcion Vocational School – Tarlac
- Cooperators’ Initiative Program on Agroenterprise – Ilocos Sur
- Cornerstone Training and Learning Center – Aurora
- D’ Planners Training Center – Bataan
- Daciano Agricultural Training Center – Misamis Oriental
- Dacon Agri-Industrial Institute – Zamboanga City
- Datu Blo Umpar Adiong Agricultural (Buad-Agri) School – Lanao del Sur
- Datu Ibrahim Paglas Memorial College – Maguindanao
- Davao National Agricultural School – Compostela Valley
- Davao Oriental Polytechnic Institute – Davao Oriental
- Department of Agriculture – Batanes Experiment Station – Batanes
- Dicalungan Institute of Technology – Maguindanao
- Don Bosco Agro-Mechanical Technology Center Legaspi – Albay
- Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University – La Union
- Dona Laurena Rosales School for Practical Agriculture – Lanao Del Norte
- Duran Farm Agribusiness & Training Center Association – Bulacan
- Eastern Kutawato Islamic Institute – Maguindanao
- Eastern Mindanao College of Technology – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Eastern Visayas State University – Leyte
- EDFHER Farm – Surigao Del Sur
- El Rancho Delos Ben Agri-Tourism and Training Center – Pangasinan
- EMV Diversified Farm – Bukidnon
- Envirogreen Village Educational Foundation – Sarangani
- eSeal Academy Calaca Batangas – Batangas
- Everbright International Academy – Cavite
- Family Farm School Catarman – Northern Samar
- Farm C Harvest Community Farm School – Zamboanga Del Sur
- FarmShare Prime – Laguna
- Fernandez College of Arts and Technology – Bulacan
- Fernando T. Bernad Technical School – Misamis Occidental
- FJC Integrated Farm – Isabela
- Flor and Daisy’s Agricultural Farm – Quezon Province
- GenRam Integrated and Diversified Farm Learning Site – Isabela
- Gensan Security Training Institute – South Cotabato
- Godoy Organic Land and Diversification Farm – Leyte
- Golden Rosas Multi Skills Center – Nueva Ecija
- Goldtown Technological Institute – Maguindanao
- Green Valley Farm – Kalinga
- Greenmont Systems International – Pangasinan
- Gskill Design Technology Institute – Maguindanao
- GT Farm – Bukidnon
- Hillsview Farm Learning Center – Agusan Del Sur
- Honorio Clemencia’s Farm – Kalinga
- Hyrons College Philippines – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Ifugao State University – Ifugao
- Illana Bay Integrated Computer College – Maguindanao
- Ilocos Sur Community College – Ilocos Sur
- Ilocos Sur Polytechnic State College – Ilocos Sur
- Iloilo State College of Fisheries – Dingle Campus
- International Labor Force Skills Mastery Institute – Misamis Oriental
- Irenaeus College – Sebaste Branch – Antique
- Isabela State University – Isabela
- Ivan Baguilat Farm – Ifugao
- J.I. Skills Training Center Accredited – Lanao del Sur
- JAV Skills Training Center – Lanao Del Norte
- JBM Skills International Development Training and Assessment Center – Bulacan
- Jcourse Design Technology Institute Cotabato City – Cotabato City
- JICA’s Agri-Integrated Farm and Learning Site – Isabela
- Jose F. Rodriguez School of Technology and Entrepreneurship – Zambales
- JRS Languance and Skills Institute – South Cotabato
- Kalinga Apayao State College – Kalinga
- Kalinga State University – Kalinga
- Kaliyot B. Sali Peace Academy – Maguindanao
- Kapatagan Institute of Organic Agriculture and Industry – Lanao Del Norte
- Kape Maramag – Bukidnon
- Kinoguitan National Agricultural School – Misamis Oriental
- L.G. Agri-Tourism TVET and Assessment Center – La Union
- Lanao Norte National Agro-Industrial School – Lanao Del Norte
- Landcare Foundation Philippines – Misamis Oriental
- Las Navas Agro-Industrial School – Northern Samar
- Lasam Institute of Technology – Cagayan Valley
- Lasco Demo Crops Farm – Agusan Del Norte
- Lily of the Valley – Benguet
- Lucky Agri-Eco Tourism and Training Center – Pampanga
- Luis-Sesay Heritage Ram – Bukidnon
- Lupon School of Fisheries – Davao Oriental
- Lyceum of the East, Inc. – Aurora
- M & N Patorgo Ventures – Surigao Del Sur
- Macro Colleges – Vigan – Ilocos Sur
- Maddela Institute of Technology – Quirino
- Mahardika Institute of Technology – Tawi-Tawi
- Mamaludin Institute of Technology – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Marcos Agro-Industrial School – Ilocos Norte
- Marian Southern Institute of Technology – South Cotabato
- Mariano Marcos State University – Ilocos Norte
- Marinduque State College – Marinduque
- Mary Help of Christians School – Oriental Mindoro
- MFI Polytechnic Institute – Rizal
- Mindanao Autonomous College Foundation – Basilan
- Mindoro Technical and Vocational Skills Training Center – Occidental Mindoro
- MMS Development Training Center – Valencia City
- Moca Family Farm Rlearning Center – Batangas
- Molave Agri Industrial Technology – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Mt. Carmel Agri-Tourism and Training Center – Abra
- Mt. Sioan Academy – Misamis Oriental
- Negros Oriental State University – Negros Oriental
- Negros State College of Agriculture – Negros Occidental
- NMB Skills Training and Assessment Center – Lanao del Sur
- Northern Iloilo Polytechnic College – Iloilo City
- Northern Mindanao School of Fisheries Matabao Campus – Agusan Del Norte
- Northern Sunstar Training and Assessment Center – Pangasinan
- Northwest Samar State University – Northern Samar
- NSU-BNAC Campus – Biliran
- Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology – Nueva Ecija
- Nueva Vizcaya Polytechnic Institute – Nueva Vizcaya
- Ohana Farmland Agri-Tourism Assessment and Training Center – Nueva Ecija
- OP Saarenas Integrated Farm – Misamis Oriental
- Oroquieta Agro-Industrial School – Misamis Occidental
- Osilla Institute for Health Personnel – Tarlac
- Oyayi Farm & Resort – Cavite
- Pagalungan Training and Assessment Center – Maguindanao
- Pambayang Kolehiyo ng Mauban – Quezon Province
- Pampanga State Agricultural University – Pampanga
- Pangantucan Bukidnon Community College – Bukidnon
- Philippine Engineering and Agro-Industrial College – Lanao del Sur
- PJ Aballe Learning and Development Center – Zamboanga Sibugay
- Poona-Masiu Institute of Technology – Lanao del Sur
- Prime Harvest Training and Assessment Center – a Capiz
- Primona Holy Infant Academy – Leyte
- Provincial Training Center – Cebu (Carmen)
- Provincial Training Center – Cebu (Daanbantayan)
- Provincial Training Center – Sulu
- Provincial Training Center – TESDA Buug – Zamboanga Sibugay
- Provincial Training Center – TESDA ZDS – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Provincial Training Center Agusan del Norte (CABADBARAN)
- Provincial Training Center Kalibo Aklan
- Provincial Training Center of Abra – Abra
- Provincial Training Center Surigao del Norte – Surigao Del Norte
- Provisional Provincial Training Center – Agusan del Sur
- Provisional Provincial Training Team – Siargao
- PTC – Banna – Ilocos Norte
- Pua Agri-Tourism and skills Development Center – Isabela
- Puerto Princesa School of Arts and Trades (PPSAT) – Palawan
- Quality Lifelong Learning Institute – Rizal
- Quezon National Agricultural School – Quezon Province
- Quezon National Agricultural School – Quezon Province
- Quirino State University – Quirino
- R and D Oliveros Farm School – Isabela
- Ramain Skills Institute of Technology – Lanao del Sur
- Ranao Technical Institute – Lanao del Sur
- Rancho San Roque – Zamboanga Del Norte
- Rasti Integrated Farm – Masbate
- RB Agri-Tourism and Skills Development Center – Ilocos Norte
- RCA School of Agronomy – Nueva Ecija
- Regional Training Center – Davao / Korea Philippines Vocational Training Center – Davao del Sur
- Regional Training Center – X (Tagoloan) – Misamis Oriental
- Roberto Farm Training Site – Isabela
- Rocapor’s Farm Learning Site School for Practical Agriculture – La Union
- Rogongon Agricultural High School – Lanao Del Norte
- Romblon National Institute of Technology – Romblon
- Roumeia Agri-Tourism and Training Center – Ifugao
- Sabangan Diversified Farm – Bukidnon
- Sainte Trinite Academy – Sorsogon
- Salvador Trade School – Lanao Del Norte
- Saniel Integrated Farm Technological Business School – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Sapakan National High School – Maguindanao
- SAYAO Quality Agri-Aqua Technological Training Institute – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Sibugay Technical Institute – Zamboanga Sibugay
- Siliman University Ticao Island – Masbate
- Simeon Suan Vocational Technical College – Oriental Mindoro
- Sinab Cabugatan Multi Skills and Training Center – Lanao del Sur
- Sonrisa Farm Assessment and Learning Center – Camarines Sur
- Sorsogon National Agricultural School – Sorsogon
- South Asiatech College – South Cotabato
- South Central Mindanao College of Science and Technology – Sultan Kudarat
- Southeast Asian Institute of Local Governance – Oroquieta City – Misamis Occidental
- Southern Isabela College of Arts and Trades – Isabela
- Southern Luzon State University – Quezon Province
- Southern Philippines Agri-Business, Marine and Aquatic School of Technology Digos – Davao del Sur
- St. Alexius College – South Cotabato
- St. Isidore “The Farmer” Learning Center Inc. – Pampanga
- St. Martha Skills Training and Assessment Center – Bohol
- St. Paul College of Arts and Sciences – Tarlac
- St. Paul Colleges Foundation Paniqui – Tarlac
- Strategic Unayan Development Centre – Lanao del Sur
- Sultan Kudarat Regional Manpower Development Center – Maguindanao
- Sulu State College – Sulu
- Sulu State College School of Agriculture – Sulu
- Sunrise Agri-Fishery Technological Institute – Misamis Occidental
- Sunshine World College of Technology – Zamboanga Del Norte
- Super M School of Science and Technology – Oriental Mindoro
- Surallah National Agricultural School – South Cotabato
- Surigao Del Norte College of Agriculture & Technology – Magpayang Campus
- Surigao Del Norte College of Agriculture and Technology – Surigao Del Norte
- Surigao del Sur State University – Surigao Del Sur
- Surigao del Sur State University – San Miguel Campus
- Surigao del Sur State University – Tagbina Campus
- Tam-an Agri-Tech Tourism and Training Center – Nueva Vizcaya
- Tarlac School of Arts and Trade – Tarlac
- Technical Vocational Training Center – Aurora
- Techno Demo Farm Training Center – Isabela
- Technology and Agricultural Learning Institute and Nature Oneness – Misamis Occidental
- Terrapedrito Farm – Quezon Province
- The Journey Skills Training Institute – South Cotabato
- The Master’s Garden – Benguet
- Thelsan School – South Cotabato
- Touche’ Technical Institute – Misamis Oriental
- TRI-JM Development Corporation – Bukidnon
- UHA Caregiver Training Corporation Iligan City – Lanao Del Norte
- Uma Verde Econature Farm – Quezon Province
- Umani Cabal Farm – South Cotabato
- University of Perpetual Help Rizal Calamba – Laguna
- University of Southern Philippines Compostela Valley – Compostela Valley
- Upi Agricultural School – Maguindanao
- Uthman Bin Affan Foundation Integrated School – Lanao Del Norte
- Venida Farm – Lanao Del Norte
- Villaconzoilo Farm – Leyte
- Visayas State University – Leyte
- Vitali Technical Vocational School – Zamboanga City
- VMC Asian College Foundation – Sultan Kudarat
- Vmotril’s Farm – South Cotabato
- Vocational Arts School of Ilocos Sur – Ilocos Sur
- Wangan National Agricultural School – Davao del Sur
- Western Mindanao State University – Siay External Studies Unit – Zamboanga Sibugay
- Western Mindanao State University – Zamboanga Sibugay
- Western Visayas State University – Iloilo City
- Yamang Bukid Farm – Palawan
- Zamboanga Del Sur Provincial Government College – Zamboanga Del Sur
- Zamboanga Sibugay Polytechnic Institute – Zamboanga Sibugay
- ZOOM Technical Vocational Training & Assessment Center – Zamboanga Del Sur
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