Agribusiness Orchard Nutrition
Issued by
Griffith University
Earners of the Agribusiness Orchard Nutrition badge have demonstrated a fundamental knowledge of mango nutrition for orchard management. They have developed a nutritional program for a mango orchard based on the plant's requirements. Earners understand macro and micro nutrients within a mango plant and their role at critical stages within the phenological cycle. They are able to examine fertiliser programs to interpret leaf and soil analysis data.
Additional DetailsSkills
Earning Criteria
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Earner must attend 3 x 1 hr online theoretical workshops and complete section related activities
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Earner must interview (via telephone), analyse and record the results that form the first stage of preparation for a Nutrition Program for a mango farm (4-5hrs).
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An Earner will receive, from a dedicated local mango farm, nutritional data, undertake analysis and interpret to inform the planning of a Nutrition Program (4-5 hrs).
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The Earner will develop a tailored nutrition and fertiliser program for an individual farm that aligns with the orchard’s needs during the phenological cycle for mango trees (6-7hrs).