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AGR217 — Principles And Practices Of Natural Farming

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Course Overview

AGR217 2 Credits L:1 T:0 P:2
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The course covers the historical, cultural, philosophical, and ecological foundations of natural farming, along with farm design, crop-tree-animal integration, nutrient and pest management, mechanization, certification, marketing, and entrepreneurship. It includes practical study of natural farms, on-farm inputs, green manuring, weed, pest and disease management, indigenous seed production, budgeting, and ecosystem services.

Study Units

Unit 1

Historical and philosophical foundations of natural farming

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 2

Concept, scope and principles of natural farming

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 3

Design and ecological foundations of natural farming

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 4

Components and practices in natural farming

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 5

Management practices and mechanization

Notes MCQ Subjective
Unit 6

Promotion, entrepreneurship and case studies

Notes MCQ Subjective

Continuous Assessment

3 components

Best 2 of 3 CAs will be considered for evaluation.
Test 1 50%

Test will be of 30 marks which comprised with 6 questions of 5 marks each

Week 4 / 5

Rubric
Components, management practices, mechanization, Promotion and entrepreneurship of natural farming

Test 2 50%

Test will be of 30 marks which comprised with 6 questions of 5 marks each

Week 11 / 12

Rubric
To enhance knowledge and better understanding of the students about the natural farming

Test 3 50%

Subject test covering syllabus from CA1 and CA2

Week 15 / 15

Rubric
To test the subject knowledge of the students and provide opportunities to improve their CA performance in case of low marks or any missed CA

Exams & Practice

Mid Term Examination

Mid-semester comprehensive evaluation

20%

End Term Examination

Final semester comprehensive evaluation

40%

Type: Examination

AGR217 - FAQs

How many units are in AGR217?

AGR217 has 6 units. Each unit includes detailed notes and MCQ practice questions.

What exam resources are available for AGR217?

Unit-wise notes and MCQ practice are available. Exam resources coming soon.

How to prepare for AGR217 exams?

Study each unit's notes thoroughly, practice MCQs to test understanding, and attempt mock tests before exams. Focus on important topics and previous year questions.