Agriculture and Horticulture – Curriculum for common programme subject in Vg2 (LGA2-02)

The programme subject deals with basic tasks in agriculture and horticulture linked to both conventional and organic operations. The programme subject involves vocational and commercial activity in varying types of nature and under varying conditions. It also deals with the connection between the industry and impacts on nature and the environment. The programme subject covers soils, plants, animals and technology in traditional or modern productions and activities. This includes life processes in animals and plants and interplay in nature. It further deals with connections between input factors, human activity and product quality. Use and maintenance of buildings and equipment are also included. The programme subject covers regulations relevant to the agriculture and horticulture industries, Environment, health and safety measures, and quality assurance and certification systems.

The programme subject involves the management of natural resources in a long-term perspective and within ecologically sustainable frameworks. Commercial enterprises based on local natural resources, development of new products and the establishment of new business enterprises are all included in the programme subject. It also deals with possible conflicts between industry and the environment. The programme subject involves financial terminology, simple accounts and financial analyses. The programme subject also deals with the relationship between the employer and employee in the agriculture and horticulture industries.