Sub-sectors: Sheep, pig, and dairy farming. Arable farming for cereals, potatoes and other crops. Agronomy and soil science. Farming of energy crops for biomass and biofuel.
Occupations: Farmer, agricultural worker, shepherd, farm labourer, stockperson, tractor driver, crofter, herd manager, agricultural technician, farm manager, agronomist.
This course provides students with an excellent opportunity to access the agriculture industry and/or progress through to further courses in their chosen field. Students are able to develop practical skills in crop and livestock husbandry and gain underpinning knowledge of …
Our Level 3 courses provide a range of different sized options in terms of modules covered, level of study and providing opportunities for progression either into employment or higher education. The majority of our students choose to take a two-year …
As an apprentice, you will work alongside experienced staff, gain job-specific skills in the agricultural industry, earn a wage and get time for study related to your role (usually one day a week). The key role of a stockperson is …
You will be responsible for optimising crop yields through establishment, management, harvest and post-harvest operations, while maintaining and improving the surrounding environment. You will also need to keep up to date with technological advances and new innovations. Being a Crop …
You need to be employed to start an Apprenticeship. Please visit our vacancy page or if you have an employer, please ensure you add full contact details of your employer within your application. If you are unable to secure employment, …
You need to be employed to start an Apprenticeship. Please visit our vacancy page or if you have an employer, please ensure you add full contact details of your employer within your application. If you are unable to secure employment, …
This practical-based course is designed to give you a good understanding of all aspects of agriculture and help you to secure a career in this fast-moving industry. It provides an excellent foundation so you can progress on to higher vocational …
This course will introduce you to the practical skills needed for the agriculture and countryside industries, including working with natural habitats, livestock and building countryside structures.
This course will introduce you to working with plants, trees, livestock and wildlife species and habitats within the environment. This course is ideal for school leavers who are seeking to explore careers in horticulture, arboriculture, agriculture or environmental conservation. It …
This course is designed to provide you with strong industry foundations and the knowledge, skills and confidence required for a responsible management position in agriculture. The course comprises of one or two years of full-time study, depending on which programme …
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