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High School Block:

Agriculture 110

Agriculture 110 provides introductory agri-science knowledge, skills, and experiential learning opportunities developed through science inquiry. To develop scientific literacy, learners require diverse learning experiences which provide an opportunity to explore, analyze, evaluate, synthesize, appreciate, and understand the interrelationships among science, technology, society, and the environment that will affect their personal lives, their careers, and their future. The careers and innovative technologies referenced in the course include New Brunswick practices over time as well as contemporary contexts. Agriculture 110 includes First Nation ways of knowing, agricultural impacts on life in New Brunswick, and specific types of agriculture. Topics covered during this course will include knowledge of crops, livestock, and poultry, and their application to local contexts.

It is recommended that learners take Science 10: Science for Sustainable Societies before enrolling in Agriculture 110.

For Educators:

Agriculture 110 Companion Document

CONTEXTS AND CONCEPTS

Explore

Agriculture and food systems

Food systems as understood by Wabanaki Peoples
Types of farming
Agriculture impacts

Crop production

Soil health principles
Crop propagation
Scientific knowledge

Livestock and poultry production

Care
Practices

Discover

Agriculture

Precision
Innovations

Connection

Agriculture

Experiential learning
Careers

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GRADE 11

GRADE 11

Strand: Explore

Big Idea: Agriculture and Food Systems

Skill Descriptor: Explore Wabanaki food systems.

Global Competencies: CM, CTPS, SASM, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Explain the benefits of Netukulimk on an economic system (e.g., How would it impact food systems?)
Discuss an appreciation of various food systems, including those of Wabanaki Peoples
Describe how agriculture practices have evolved over time.
Explain how Wabanaki Nations were self-sustaining and carried out all the functions of nations (healthcare, education, trade, resource management, self-protection, defence, diplomacy, etc.)
Research how occupation of Wabanaki lands has impacted the natural environment and Wabanaki food systems
Research the impact land access and use has had on Wabanaki and other Indigenous societies over time

Skill Descriptor: Explore the specific types of farming and their geographic location in New Brunswick.

Global Competencies: CM, ICE, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Compare small and large scale farming in New Brunswick
Discuss the types of agriculture and aquaculture farming in New Brunswick
Discuss how market needs and economics impact agriculture business
Examine how humans benefit from crops and livestock
Identify livestock, aquaculture, and aquatic species in New Brunswick
Outline environmental farm plan regulations used in agriculture

Skill Descriptor: Examine how agriculture impacts everyday life in New Brunswick.

Global Competencies: CM, CTPS, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Classify crops, livestock and commodities produced in New Brunswick
Discuss how climate change impacts local, national, and global food supplies
Review economic benefits and challenges of growing local food
Review environmental benefits and challenges to growing local food
Investigate New Brunswick agri-food export markets locally, nationally, and internationally
Outline positive impacts that agriculture has on food production and employment
Research the roles of the agricultural industry in meeting societal needs
Outline a plan for value-added goods made from New Brunswick agricultural products and by-products

Big Idea: Crop Production

Skill Descriptor: Apply soil health principles to crop production.

Global Competencies: CM, CTPS, ICE, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Identify soil properties, soil profile, and soil types suitable for agriculture
Discuss the causes of soil erosion and effective management practices
Analyze soil test results for nutrient content and soil health
Identify the impacts of environment and soil health on crop quality and yield
Describe environmental factors that impact plant health and the sustainability of crop production over time

Skill Descriptor: Experiment on crop propagation and production.

Global Competencies: CL, CTPS, ICE

Achievement Indicators:

Identify plant anatomy for crops
Justify appropriate amounts of water and plant nutrients to maintain good plant health
Create and implement a plan for harvesting seeds from mature plants
Explain the role of insects in pollination
Compare the benefits and limitations of protected agriculture

Skill Descriptor: Apply scientific knowledge to crop production.

Global Competencies: CTPS, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Explain various crop production systems
Investigate the impact of light cycles, light intensity, and light sources on crop production
Explain the relationship of the carbon cycle to crop production
Research major diseases and pests of crops

Big Idea: Livestock and Poultry Production

Skill Descriptor: Explore livestock and poultry care and production in New Brunswick.

Global Competencies: CM, ICE, SASM, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Classify livestock and poultry species raised in New Brunswick
Identify the commodities of livestock and poultry production
Discuss that animals need care and welfare
Discuss benefits of innovative technology in animal care and welfare
Explain the importance of nutrition for livestock and poultry
Research major diseases and parasites of livestock and poultry

Skill Descriptor: Examine livestock and poultry production practices.

Global Competencies: CTPS, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Discuss the livestock products and livestock by-products that come from each of the animal industries in New Brunswick
Describe the impact of livestock and poultry production on the environment, including mitigation practices

Strand: Discover

Big Idea: Agriculture Innovations

Skill Descriptor: Investigate agriculture innovations.

Global Competencies: CM, CTPS, ICE, SGC

Achievement Indicators:

Examine the role of innovation on precision agriculture
Describe how precision agriculture can help sustainability and the environment
Discuss how biotechnologies and digital technologies affect food production and preservation
Discuss product transportation and distribution
Identify how scientific knowledge of molecules, genes and DNA technology can be applied to agriculture

Strand: Connection

Big Idea: Agriculture Career Connections

Skill Descriptor: Explore agriculture careers.

Global Competencies: CM, CTPS, ICE, SASM

Achievement Indicators:

Explore agricultural-based careers in Canada based on own interests
Share how agriculture education may impact own career path
Develop an agricultural project or business proposal and plan

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