This unit specifies the competencies required by Agriculture and Extension practitioner to
operate farm machinery. It involves operate hand tools and equipment, operate tillage machinery,
operate planting machinery, operate crop protection machinery, operate harvesting machinery
and operate agro-processing machinery.
This course equips learners with knowledge and practical skills in soil formation, classification, physical and chemical properties, soil fertility management, soil conservation, and sustainable land use practices for improved agricultural productivity.
Course Overview
This course examines the principles and practices of producing agronomic crops. Students learn how soil, climate, water, genetics, and management interact to influence crop growth, yield, and quality. Emphasis is placed on sustainable production systems that balance productivity, profitability, and environmental stewardship.
