AHCBAC513 — Apply plant biology to agronomic practices

1 Apply plant taxonomy to agronomic practices

• 1.1Identify botanical terminology of plant taxonomy, including plant kingdom divisions, major plant families and genera for plant classification
• 1.2Apply the rules of plant nomenclature when naming plants
• 1.3Identify the external features of plants, including leaves, stems, flowers and fruits
• 1.4Identify a range of plants used in agronomy to species level, using plant botanical key and other references where required
• 1.5Use botanical terminology to discuss plant taxonomy in agronomic practices with appropriate personnel

2 Identify plant functions and their impact on growth

• 2.1Investigate and identify plant cell structures, their functions and the organisation of cells into primary tissues
• 2.2Research the structure and functions of leaves, stems, root and flowers in relation to agronomic practices
• 2.3Identify the processes and outcomes of photosynthesis, respiration and transpiration

3 Apply knowledge of plant morphology to agronomic practices

• 3.1Research, analyse and document specialist botanical knowledge of plant morphology, including leaf, root, stem, flower and seed characteristics from development to maturity for crop and pasture management
• 3.2Use botanical terminology when discussing plant morphology and growth stages
• 3.3Identify critical growth stages for crop and pasture monitoring, nutrient assessment and spray applications

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