Land-based
Learning in this area covers protection of the environment and the management of crops, livestock, fisheries, forests, and domestic and wild animals.
Employment opportunities in this sector include farming, horticulture, animal care and also scientific lab-based research.
We found 295 challenges in the Vocational area 'Land-based'
| Challenge | Level | NLH |
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The learner will be introduced to the very earliest stages of basic plant identification, they will be encouraged to look at and examine what they see and identify what is and is not a plant.
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WTE1 | 10 |
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The learner will build on Plant identification - basic, further exploring basic plant structure and introducing basic identification of trees through observation and time of the year.
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Entry 1 | 10 |
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The learner will show they can clean and store tools appropriately and that they can work as a member of a team.
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Entry 1 | 10 |
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The learner will be introduced to the earliest steps in caring for a specific farm animal.
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WTE1 | 10 |
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Learners will develop a knowledge of spring bulbs, show they can prepare for and plant bulbs prior to selling.
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Entry 1 | 10 |
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The learner will participate in a range of horticulture activities to develop their skills and knowledge about growing plants.
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WTE1 | 30 |
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Learners will be supported to gain an understanding about different herbs, their origin, how they grow, culinary uses and basic facts.
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Entry 3 | 10 |
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Learners will develop a knowledge of spring bulbs, show they can prepare for, plant and care for bulbs prior to selling.
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Entry 2 | 10 |
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The learner will show they can clean and store tools appropriately and that they can work as a member of a team.
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Entry 2 | 10 |
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The learner will participate in a project to develop their understanding of plant identification with a focus on flowers. They will produce a workbook to display their favourite flowers.
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Entry 2 | 20 |
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The learner will build independence in caring for specified farm animals.
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Entry 1 | 20 |
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The learner will be able to explore the natural environment and complete relevant tasks.
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Entry 1 | 20 |
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The learner will plant up a prepared site and a container and look after them with support.
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Entry 1 | 20 |
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Learners will be able to identify common pests, their effects on plants and flowers and demonstrate a method of control of these pests
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Entry 3 | 20 |
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Learners will develop a knowledge of spring bulbs, show they can prepare for, plant and care for bulbs and sell as part of a mini enterprise project.
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Entry 3 | 10 |
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The learner will build independence in caring for farm animals, exploring methods of keeping animal environments clean and tidy.
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Entry 1 | 20 |
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The learner will build on developing confidence working in a farm environment, demonstrating they work independently, whilst under non-direct supervision.
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Entry 2 | 20 |
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The learner will plant up a prepared site and a container and look after them. They will begin to learn about propagation through verbal instruction and demonstrations.
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Entry 2 | 20 |
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The learner will participate in a project to investigate the soil conditions required for optimal growth of a plant. They will produce a workbook to keep a project record and display their results.
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Entry 2 | 30 |
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The learner will participate in pet care routines including feeding, grooming and cleaning out.
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WTE1 | 10 |