Farming

Class Description

PURPOSE AND RATIONALE OF THE QUALIFICATION
A learner assessed as competent against this qualification will have the necessary competence to monitor, implement, co-ordinate, plan and control the agricultural processes as applicable to the agricultural commodity within a context of either agronomy, horticulture or animal husbandry. Furthermore, the learner will be able to take responsible decisions based on a sound understanding of the principles of management, human resources management, agricultural production and technical knowledge and skills. The learner will also be able to adhere to and implement according to the level of management relevant quality, safety and hygiene standards as applicable within the industry.

The range of typical learners that will enter this qualification will vary and includes:

• Farm operators who wish to progress to the level of junior farm manager;
• Learners in possession of different levels of practical experience in farming operations, which will be assessed through Recognition of Prior Learning;
• School leavers (Grade12) from agricultural schools; and
• Learners may come from both genders.