Course Covers:
Introduction to Market Gardening
Layout of the Vegetable Garden, Compost and Mulching, Cropping Seasons, Sowing Guide, Handling of Crop Protection Products, Marketing.
Brassicas – Cabbage
Climate, Fertilisation, Seedbeds, Transplanting, Irrigation, Harvesting, Weeds, Pests and Diseases, Varieties.
Brassicas – Other
Brussels Sprouts, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Kale & Rape.
Onions & Leeks
Introduction Onions, Introduction Leeks, Climate and Soils, Climatic Requirements, Varieties, Management, Fertilisation, Planning, Pests and Diseases, Harvesting and Storage.
Peas & Beans
Edible Peas, Edible Beans.
Potatoes
Varieties, Soil Preparation, Seed, Planning, Irrigation, Fertilisation, Pests and Diseases, Harvesting.
Course Outcomes:
Outcome 1: Garden Layout and Maintenance
Understand the importance of garden layout, composting, mulching, and cropping seasons.
Outcome 2: Sowing and Crop Protection
Implement a sowing guide and understand the handling of crop protection products and marketing of produce.
Outcome 3: Brassica Production
Introduction to brassica production, including climatic conditions needed.
Outcome 4: Brassica Cultivation
Understand and identify fertilisation practices, seedbeds, and transplanting for brassicas.
Outcome 5: Irrigation and Harvesting
Understand the need for appropriate irrigation and good harvesting systems.
Outcome 6: Pest and Disease Management
Identify and implement procedures for weed, pest, and disease management and understand variety selection.
Outcome 7: Other Brassicas
Understand the production of Brussels sprouts, broccoli, cauliflower, and kale/rape.
Outcome 8: Onion and Leek Production
Understand climate, soils, and varieties needed for onion and leek production.
Outcome 9: Onion and Leek Cultivation
Understand land preparation, planting, and fertilisation for onions and leeks.
Outcome 10: Onion and Leek Management
Identify pests and diseases, and implement control measures, harvesting, and storage processes.
Outcome 11: Peas and Beans Production
Understand climate, soils, and varieties needed for edible peas and beans production.
Outcome 12: Peas and Beans Cultivation
Understand land preparation, planting, and fertilisation for edible peas and beans.
Outcome 13: Peas and Beans Management
Identify pests and diseases, and implement control measures, harvesting, and storage processes.
Outcome 14: Potato Varieties
Understand the potato plant and the importance of choosing the right varieties.
Outcome 15: Potato Cultivation
Understand soil and land preparation, seed use, planting, and irrigation for potatoes.
Outcome 16: Potato Management
Identify the importance of pest and disease control, fertilisation, and harvesting of potatoes.
Outcome 17: Tomato Production
Understand the production process, including varieties, soil preparation, and planting.
Outcome 18: Tomato Management
Understand fertilisation, pest and disease management, and harvesting of tomatoes.
Outcome 19: Sweet Potato Production
Understand the production process, including varieties, soil preparation, and planting.
Outcome 20: Sweet Potato Management
Understand fertilisation, pest and disease management, and harvesting of sweet potatoes.
Outcome 21: Other Vegetable Crops
Understand the production requirements of asparagus, beetroot, brinjals, carrots, celery, cucurbits, lettuce, parsnips, spinach, sweet pepper, turnips, radishes, and herbs.
Outcome 22: Citrus and Deciduous Fruit Production
Understand the soil and climate requirements for citrus and deciduous fruit production.
Outcome 23: Citrus and Deciduous Fruit Management
Understand fertilisation, irrigation, and pruning management of citrus and deciduous fruit trees.
Outcome 24: Weed and Pest Control for Fruit Trees
Understand the impact of weeds, diseases, and pests, and the importance of their control on citrus and deciduous fruit trees.
Outcome 25: Fruit Harvesting
Understand the harvesting process for citrus and deciduous fruit.
Outcome 26: Soft Fruit and Nut Production
Identify and understand the production of soft fruits and nuts such as avocados, figs, granadillas, grapes, guavas, litchis, mangoes, paw paws, macadamia nuts, and pineapples.
