NCEA Level 2 Agriculture
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Mr D. Grace.
This course develops students’ knowledge of how primary production practices can be manipulated to increase yields on New Zealand farms and understand how these production practices affect the environment.
Students will study livestock growth and development. This will involve a practical component from effectively handling livestock to administering a range of animal health treatments. Students will also gain an understanding of techniques used to modify plant production and the environmental impacts of farming systems and how farmers manage these.
Topics Covered
- New Zealand Plant Production
- Handling and treatment of livestock
- Livestock growth and development
- Assist with handling and moving livestock
- Environmental impact of the production of a locally produced primary product
Wairarapa College Farm - Cows in front of cattle yards 2022
Recommended Prior Learning
Completed NCEA level 1 Agriculture
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
2B8 Hard cover notebook and device.
Pathway
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Assist with handling livestock when moving and drafting, and when livestock are distressed
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Assist with handling and treatment of livestock
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.2 - Demonstrate understanding of techniques used to modify physical factors of the environment for NZ plant production
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.6 - Demonstrate understanding of how NZ commercial management practices influence livestock growth and development
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Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2.10 - Report on the environmental impact of the production of a locally produced primary product
Disclaimer
COURSE COSTS AND STANDARDS MAY CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE