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 will provide you with the required foundation skills and knowledge needed to progress into the agriculture industry. While studying with us, you will gain first-hand farming experience working within our certified organic Forty Hall Farm, and Mudchute Farm, …
This is a broad ranging course in agriculture for people looking for a career in this vitally important industry. The course runs for 2.5 days per week with one day compulsory work experience on a commercial farm. Classrooms are based …
Cultivate your agricultural skills by taking up this Apprenticeship and work on livestock farms. The Agriculture sector is huge and makes up 6% of all UK business, which equates to around 660,000 employees nationwide. Craven College serves a large rural …
The Award in Land-based Studies in Agriculture and Horticulture is an introductory Level 1 qualification which is focused on one of the units listed below. The unit can be of your choice and, once completed, it provides a platform for …
Keen to learn more about topics such as tractor and machinery operation, grass and forage crop husbandry, cattle, sheep, pig and livestock nutrition, health and welfare? Interested in developing your skills to work safely and effectively on a farm? If …
The Certificate in Land-based Studies in Agriculture and Horticulture is an introductory Level 1 qualification which is focused on three of the units listed below. These can be of your choice and, once completed, provide a platform for moving on …
This course is a fascinating introduction to a career in the land-based industry, with special emphasis on agriculture or horticulture. It gives you the chance to gain skills in areas such as animal husbandry and estates maintenance. As well as …
This Diploma enables you to develop practical skills and knowledge of working in agriculture.
This course is designed for people who would like to enter the world of farming in a supervisory or craftsman role or to move on to further study at university. It covers all the main aspects of modern farming, including …
The key role for a stockperson is to raise animals with optimal welfare and consideration for their needs throughout the different stages of their life. This is practical work involving a combination of technology and manual labour. Being a stockperson …
Agriculture Crops & Livestock