The Agriculture Education Program is a study of plants and animals primarily for socio-economic development. The curriculum for agriculture is sequentially developed so that students can progress according to their individual interests, needs and capabilities. The scope and sequence for the agriculture curriculum is designed for: beginning students at Level 1 , level 2 is designed for students that plan on pursuing a  career in agriculture  and those seeking employment at Level III.  The goal of agriculture education is to develop skills and incentives to prepare the student for entry into an increasingly complex job market in the growing economy.

Curriculum Objectives
1. Equip individuals with marketable skills.
2. Strengthen the relationship of education and work.
3. Furnish students with information about nature of work and work opportunities for today and in the future.
4.  Develop and apply decision making skills.
5. Develop leadership skills.6.Assist the development of basic literacy skills required to meet job specifications.
7. Promote and support the values of free enterprise in a democratic society.

02.47100 - Basic Agriculture

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This course is designed as the foundation course for all Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources Pathways. The course introduces the major areas of scientific agricultural production and research; presents problem solving lessons and introductory skills and knowledge in agricultural science and agriculture related technologies. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. This course is the prerequisite for all agriculture education pathways and is intended for students in grades 8-10.

 

01.46100 - General Horticulture & Plant Science 

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This course is designed as an introduction for the Horticulture-Plant Science Pathway Program of Study. The course introduces the major concepts of plant and horticulture science. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. Prerequisite: Basic Agriculture.

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01.47000 - Nursery & Landscape 

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This course is designed to provide students with the basic skills and knowledge utilized by the green industry in nursery production and management and landscape design and management. Classroom and laboratory activities are supplemented through supervised agricultural experiences and leadership programs and activities. Prerequisites: Basic Agriculture and Horticulture/Plant Science.

Students must successfully pass  all three courses in order to sit for the End-of-Pathway Assessment.

Top 5 Agriculture Careers

1. Agriculture Lawyer
Average annual salary: $115,820 (£89,040)
Agricultural lawyers are responsible for mitigating disputes on land while making sure that all government regulations are adhered to. Since there are many regulations surrounding property, agricultural lawyers sometimes also have to deal with issues concerning agricultural infrastructure, insurance and intellectual property. They also handle cases that involve labor laws, environmental protection and proper land use.

2. Agriculture Economist
Average annual salary: $104,920 (£80,660)
To work as an agricultural economist, you must be prepared to wear different hats. Not only do they work as researchers and market analysts, but they’re also business advisers, consultants and land appraisers. 

3. Biochemist
Average annual salary: $91,190 (£70,100)
Biochemists study and analyse different living organisms to look for new ways to improve human lives. In the field of agriculture, their work primarily involves developing new crops that are more resistant against natural elements like drought, storms or even insect infestations. 

4. Environmental Engineer
Average annual salary: $86,800 (£66,730)
There would be nothing to harvest if the conditions for planting and growing are poor; that’s why the work of environmental engineers is so important to agriculture. 

​5. Food Scientist
Average annual salary: $71,990 (£55,340)
If you’ve ever wondered who’s responsible for creating the nutritional information printed on the back of your pack of chips, well, you’ve guessed it: it’s food scientists.

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