Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 4 Pre-Vocational Studies, Agricultural Science. In our previous lesson, we learned about People Involved in Agricultural Activities – Fishermen & Crop Farmers. Today, we’re going to learn about People Involved In Agricultural Activities.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Explain agricultural activities.
- Give examples of people involved in Agricultural Activities.
People Involved In Agricultural Activities – Gardeners
What are Agricultural Activities?
Agricultural activities are the various tasks and practices related to growing crops, raising livestock, and managing natural resources to produce food, fiber, and other products essential for human survival. These activities include planting, harvesting, animal husbandry, and other tasks involved in farming and agriculture.
Gardeners
Gardeners are individuals who cultivate and maintain plants, like flowers and vegetables. Gardening is an essential part of agriculture and helps provide us with food and beautiful plants.
Types of Crops in Gardening
Some of the crops that gardeners typically cultivate include:
- Vegetables: Tomatoes, carrots, lettuce, spinach, onions, peppers, beans, etc.
- Flowers: Roses, lilies, tulips, sunflowers, daisies, etc.
- Herbs: Basil, mint, rosemary, thyme, oregano, etc.
Role of Gardeners
The main roles of gardeners in agricultural activities are:
- Preparing the soil: This involves tilling, fertilizing, and amending the soil to create a suitable environment for plant growth.
- Planting seeds or seedlings: Gardeners carefully select and plant seeds or seedlings in the prepared soil.
- Watering and fertilizing: They provide plants with the necessary water and nutrients to thrive.
- Controlling weeds and pests: Gardeners use various methods to prevent and control weeds and pests that can damage crops.
- harvesting crops: When crops are mature, gardeners carefully harvest them to ensure optimal quality and yield.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about gardeners and their role in agricultural activities, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- Who is a gardener?
- Why is gardening important in agriculture?
- Can you name some crops that gardeners grow?
- What are some of the tasks that gardeners perform?
- How do gardeners contribute to our food supply?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about gardeners and their important role in agricultural activities. Gardeners help us grow food and beautiful plants, making them essential contributors to our well-being. Remember, gardening is a rewarding and fulfilling activity that connects us to nature and provides us with fresh, healthy food. Keep exploring the world of agriculture and learn about other people involved in these essential activities. See you in the next lesson!
