Agronomy is the science and technology of producing and using plants for food, fuel, fibre and land reclamation. It is a branch of agricultural science that deals with the study of crops and the soils in which they grow.
As such, At ARUNODAYA PUBLIC SCHOOL, we expose our children to the farming concepts and agriculture to understand the basics of creation.
We believe as part of holistic development of children, agronomy will play a key role in providing a perspective to the students, a picture larger than the self and understanding beyond curriculum. Learning the way the food is produced will give a sense of ownership and responsibility to the students towards the society and will also develop respect in them towards various fruits and vegetables.
It is imperative that every school curriculum should include farming as a compulsory subject to be taught to the students of all grades irrespective of their age and class.
Participatory course curriculum
A dynamic course curriculum offers its learners with diverse opportunities. Hence our curriculum is both flexible and adaptive which ensures, the word monotony stays at bay.
Our curriculum is participatory to the extent where in learners are encouraged to involve full time is the process of farming and cultivation as a vocational subject yielding the results in the future.
The Philosophy
We are committed towards teaching agriculture using a range of lessons. Such as:
- Lectures
- Discussions
- Labs &
- Workshops
These lessons are then supported with guided experiential learning in the farms land where the students can see the principles in action.
Course Layout
From seeds to soil to preparing, learners will take in all the essential aptitudes and frameworks that create vegetables, grains, and natural products. This unit puts great emphasis on soil science, soil building, and all way of mixed cropping systems, including low and no till, motorized methodologies, and an assortment of techniques. Irrigation Systems, seed sparing, Value added products, and fertilizing the soil are altogether covered.
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Week |
Unit Title |
Field Instruction |
Agronomy |
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1 |
Introduction to farm life | Introduction to field work, farm labor and safety measures, usage of tools | Skills of science |
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2 |
Cultivation theory | Cropping, soil knowledge, Climatic conditions | Types of agriculture |
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3 |
Types of Crops | Seed identification, knowledge of plants | Crop Culture |
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4 |
Manures & Fertilizers | Types of manures, fertilizers, its usage, frequency and composition | Crop Management |
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5 |
Soil Structure | Identifying different soil types and its effectiveness | Soil analysis |
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6 |
Irrigation Systems | Types of Irrigation, frequency of water and water based fertilizers | Irrigation management |
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7 |
Environment study | Season based crop farming, Understanding different seasons and crisis management | Climate study |
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8 |
Harvesting Processes | Harvesting, storing, packaging, preserving and distribution | Yield Management |
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9 |
Post Harvesting | Soil preparation, bed management | Multiple Cropping |
Benefits to young learners
- Practical exposure to advanced farming concepts
- Learning the science and art of cultivation
- Practical know how of irrigation techniques, automation, storages, supply, marketing and distribution
- Crop culture and soil preparation techniques
- Environment requirements and artificial control
- Equipments used for farming, its process, frequency of use and benefits
- Exposures towards different garden invaders, pest and ways of control
- Various Ingredients used pre and post farming for soil development, preservation, cultivation and reuse.
- Types of soil and kind for specific crops
- Farming and its benefits.
- The freshly food grown in the farm lands are used in the school canteen which ensures top quality standards and nutritious levels.