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 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 …
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.
Agriculture Crops & Livestock