Growing Vegetables - Level 4 - 4N0671 - QQI Course
Growing Vegetables 4N0671
The QQI component title of this module is Growing Vegetables Module Code: 4N0671. The module is at level 4 and the module holds a credit value of 10 credits on the National Framework of Qualifications.
- This module forms part of the major award Horticulture 4M1994
- It is also possible to complete this module 4N0671 Growing Vegetables as a stand alone module
On successful completion of this award, you will have the relevant knowledge, skill and competence to plant, grow and maintain a range of vegetables under supervision.
Content
Throughout this programme, you will discover how to;
- State the principles of crop rotation including a rationale and examples
- State the major factors affecting soil suitability for vegetable production to include soil composition, nutrient availability, water holding capacity, drainage, organic matter content and compaction
- Prepare ground for vegetable growing to include digging, breaking up of soil, removal of debris, weeds and large stones to form suitable surface
- Apply compost, manure and fertiliser to a stated rate at planting and throughout the growing season
- Grow a range of vegetables to include brassicas, legumes, root crops and salad crops from seeds, including both station and drill sown, tubers, sets, plugs and transplants
- Maintain growing vegetable crops to include watering, weather and pest protection, training and supporting
- Deal with common pests and diseases of vegetable crops to include identification and control by a range of methods
- Deal with weeds to include identification and control by a range of methods
- Harvest a range of vegetables to include selection, grading and packing
- Operate within appropriate safety procedures to create and maintain a safe working environment including safety standards regarding lifting, carrying and handling plants, tools and equipment.
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