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K–12 Standards

Sustainable Agriculture Production I (2025)

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Apply procedures for leadership1.00

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    Define the leadership organizations available for students in sustainable agriculture production.1.01

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    Compare the social, economic, and environmental context out of which sustainable agriculture originated.1.02

  • 3

    Apply parliamentary procedure and public speaking skills.1.03

Apply procedures to gain a career in sustainable agriculture. 2.00

  • 1

    Recognize opportunities for careers in the field of sustainable agriculture. 2.01

  • 2

    Implement a SAE.2.02

Apply soil conservation practices.3.00

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    Understand basic properties and functions of agricultural soils.3.01

  • 2

    Apply management techniques to improve soil health.3.02

Apply water conservation practices. 4.00

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    Explain methods of water conservation practices.4.01

  • 2

    Utilize irrigation practices. 4.02

Apply sustainable crop production practices.5.00

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    Compare important horticultural and agronomic crop systems in North Carolina.5.01

  • 2

    Understand tools and techniques needed to cultivate horticultural and agronomic crops.5.02

  • 3

    Apply methods of sustainable crop production. 5.03

Apply methods of sustainable crop production.6.00

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    Define the fundamental concepts of agroforestry.6.01

  • 2

    Apply agroforestry management plans.6.02

Understand animal husbandry in sustainable agriculture. 7.00

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    Explain how animals are selected and bred for sustainable production. 7.01

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    Compare the functions and sources of nutrients for agricultural animals.7.02

  • 3

    Compare animal welfare and humane slaughter practices. 7.03

Apply Integrated Pest Management practices. 8.00

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    Identify insect pests, diseases, and weeds that are prominent in agricultural production systems in North Carolina. 8.01

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    Apply appropriate techniques and technologies to manage pests, diseases, and weeds in a sustainable agriculture system.8.02

Frequently asked questions

What grade levels do these standards cover?
Grade 9, Grade 10, Grade 11, and Grade 12
Where can I read the official document?
AU21 Sustainable Agriculture Production I

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