Understanding Organic Horticulture

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
F/506/1030
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

N/A

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Understand the difference between organic and conventional growing systems.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Define the term 'organic' as applied to sustainable growing systems.
  • 1.2
    Identify three advantages and three disadvantages of organic growing methods.
  • 1.3
    State three potential environmental benefits of organic growing methods.
2

Know and demonstrate organic soil management techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify common methods of improving soil fertility.
  • 2.2
    State the purpose of composting.
  • 2.3
    Define the term 'green manure' and give three examples of green manures.
  • 2.4
    Enrich the soil with appropriate manures and fertilisers for organic gardening.
3

Know and demonstrate organic crop protection techniques.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    State three benefits of using natural methods of pest and disease control.
  • 3.2
    Describe three organic methods of pest control.
  • 3.3
    Demonstrate an organic method of pest control.
  • 3.4
    List three natural predators and the pests they control.