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QUALIFICATION - ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN CROP PRODUCTION VAG036

Duration (approx) 1500 hours
Qualification
Associate Diploma

Study Agricultural Crop Production

This is an in-depth course focusing on different aspects of agriculture with an emphasis on crops. 

There are multiple modules that cover crucial areas of growing such as soil management, agronomy practices, irrigation, farm management, and weed control.  

Learn all you need to know to successfully grow a range of crops.

Gain skills to improve your crops, business or career

Study this course to:

  • Learn all types of crop production - grain crops, fibre and oil crops, fodder, horticultural crops and others.
  • Produce crops for a variety of applications including cosmetics and pharmaceuticals.
  • Determine industry best practices for growing crops - planting, watering, feeding, weeding, harvesting, marketing.

You will receive student support from highly knowledgeable and experienced tutors.

Modules

Core ModulesThese modules provide foundation knowledge for the QUALIFICATION - ASSOCIATE DIPLOMA IN CROP PRODUCTION VAG036
 AGRICULTURAL MARKETING BAG304
 AGRONOMY BAG306
 BIOCHEMISTRY I (PLANTS) BSC102
 FARM MANAGEMENT BAG104
 INDUSTRY PROJECT BIP000
 IRRIGATION (AGRICULTURAL) BAG213
 IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT (AGRICULTURAL) BAG303
 RESEARCH PROJECT I BGN102
 SEED PROPAGATION BHT237
 SOIL MANAGEMENT - CROPS BHT103
 WEED CONTROL BHT209
Elective ModulesIn addition to the core modules, students study any 4 of the following 11 modules.
 AGRONOMY II - GRAINS BAG309
 AGRONOMY III - ROOT CROPS BAG310
 AGRONOMY IV- LEGUME CROPS BAG311
 AGRONOMY V - OIL CROPS BAG312
 AGRONOMY VI - FIBRE CROPS BAG313
 BERRY PRODUCTION BHT309
 COMMERCIAL VEGETABLE PRODUCTION BHT222
 CUT FLOWER BULBS BHT317
 CUT FLOWER PRODUCTION BHT221
 HERB CULTURE BHT114
 REFRIGERATING FARM PRODUCE BAG225

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Train in agricultural crop production and management

Professional training by distance learning - improve your career and business prospects.

Some industries may come and go but crop production is one that has always been with us since the start of civilisation. It is, however, a changing industry. The world's population increase shows no sign of slowing so new crops which take up less room and which produce better yields are needed. Global warming affects the types of crops which can be grown in different regions.

  • Learn about crop production applicable to wide range of different products and applications.
  • Consider the production of crops which were previously not grown in the UK.
  • A foundation for planning your future in the crop production industry.
  • Flexibility with ACS: Start when you want and study at your own pace with guidance and support from highly knowledgeable and experienced tutors.

Crop production today requires a level of sophistication beyond what has previously been the case. It offers opportunities beyond comprehension, but to optimise a business or career in producing crops you need to have knowledge, awareness and drive to succeed not only in growing plants, but also in business management practices, science and technology.

Successful technologists and growers in this industry don't achieve success through qualifications alone, but they have a level of knowledge and awareness about growing commercial crops that would often leave the university graduates reeling.

This course aims to set you on the path to this sort of success with growing crops.

 

SUCCESS COMES FROM MAKING BETTER CHOICES

There are many difficulties to overcome in modern day farming; you have greater difficulties because:

  • You are operating in a global market place.
  • You have more choices about what you farm.
  • You have greater opportunities to apply technology.

It also offers greater opportunities for all the same reasons, and also because: 

  • Global warming means different types of crops can be grown.
  • Increasing population density means greater demand for crops.
  • More people want organic crops and new varieties. 
 

... What next?

If you want to become an expert in crop production, this course is an excellent option.

  • Gain a detailed knowledge of agricultural production.
  • Improve your own crops or improve your job prospects within the agriculture industry.
  • Job opportunities in the agricultural industry are varied, so having a specialist qualification like agricultural crop production will show your knowledge in this area.
  • Throughout your studies you will be supported by our highly experienced and well qualified tutors.

So why delay? Enrol today and get started.

LEARN MORE

Growing crops is an important part of life. If you would like to learn more about agricultural methods of crop growing, this course is the one for you.  Learn with industry experts and improve your knowledge, skills, job and career prospects. To find out more, or if you have any questions, please get in touch with our specialist Agriculture and Crop tutors today.
Courses can be started anytime from anywhere in the world!

Meet some of our academics

Timothy WalkerB.A.(Botany), RHS.M. Hort., Post.Grad.Dip.Ed. Former Director, Oxford Botanic Gardens.
John Mason (Horticulturist)Horticulturist, Nurseryman, Landscaper, Garden Writer, Parks Manager and Consultant. Over 45 years experience; working in Australia and the UK. He is one of the most widely published garden writers in the world; author of more than 100 books and editor for 4 different gardening magazines. John has been recognised by his peers being made a fellow of the Institute of Horticulture in the UK, as well as by the Australian Institute of Horticulture.
Cheryl McLardyA scientist, teacher, writer and animal scientist, with more than 20 years experience including: Sports Horse Stud Groom, Stable Manager, Yard Manager, Equine industrial Training Manager, FE Distance Learning Manager. Cheryl has travelled widely, working in England, Scotland, Australia and New Zealand; and is now based in Scotland. She holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons), Higher National Diploma in Horse Management, and a City and Guilds Teaching Certificate.


Check out our eBooks

Capsicums and ChillisCultivars, growing at home or commercially, how to use them, recipes for different cultures, lots of photos.
Farm ManagementThe Farm Management ebook is a valuable piece of equipment for any farming student or current farmer. Improve your farm management skills or learn new skills and techniques. The topics covered within this Farm Management ebook include 1/ Scope and nature of the farm industry, 2/ The farm site, 3/ Production systems, 4/ Managing livestock, 5/ Managing pasture, 6/ Managing crops, 7/ Managing equipment and materials, 8/ Computer applications, 9/ Farm structures and buildings, 10/ Financial management, 11/ Marketing, 12/ Farm planning, 13/ Staff management, 14/ Water management and 15/ Diversification.
Food PreservingA great supplement for students of nutrition, self sufficiency or even horticulture, the Food Preserving ebook is a great introduction into all things preserving.
Growing & Knowing GrassesThe Growing & Knowing Grasses ebook will provide you with everything that you need to know about grass. Get to all about the botany of grasses, how to identify them, how to cultivate grasses, the different uses for grasses and also includes a detailed illustrated encyclopedia of grasses and grass-like plants.