Curriculum
- 8 Sections
- 59 Lessons
- 1 Day
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- SECTION 1 - Understanding Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)8
- SECTION 2 - Lighting Control9
- 2.1Why Lighting Matters in CEA
- 2.2Light Intensity and Plant Needs
- 2.3Photoperiod – Light Duration
- 2.4Types of Grow Lights
- 2.5Red and Blue Light – What Are They For?
- 2.6Full-Spectrum and Tunable Lighting
- 2.7What is PAR (Photosynthetically Active Radiation)?
- 2.8What is PPFD (Photosynthetic Photon Flux Density)?
- 2.9Light Positioning and Coverage
- SECTION 3 - Climate Control8
- SECTION 4 - Nutrient Management and Plant Growth9
- 4.1Why Nutrient Management Matters
- 4.2What is pH and Why It Matters
- 4.3What is EC (Electrical Conductivity)?
- 4.4Macronutrients – The Big Three (N, P, K)
- 4.5Other Macronutrients – Ca, Mg, S
- 4.6Micronutrients – Small but Mighty
- 4.7Nutrient Uptake and Plant Growth Stages
- 4.8Recognizing Deficiencies – Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium
- 4.9Organic vs. Synthetic Nutrients
- SECTION 5- Pest and Disease Management9
- 5.1Why Pest and Disease Control Is Crucial in CEA
- 5.2Common Pests in CEA Systems
- 5.3Common Diseases in CEA Systems
- 5.4Early Detection and Plant Monitoring
- 5.5Preventive Measures – DDD Protocol
- 5.6Natural Control Methods – Plant-Based Solutions
- 5.7Genox and Hydrogen Peroxide Use
- 5.8Biological Pest Control
- 5.9Hygiene and Quarantine Protocols
- SECTION 6 - Hygiene, Health and Safety9
- SECTION 7 - Exercise – Scenario Planning7
- SECTION 8 -Test your knowledge0
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