Boyer Valley Agricultural Business, Supply & Service Standards and Benchmarks Leadership and ethics development in agriculture.

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1 Agriculture Business, Supply & Service Problem-solving, analysis, and decisionmaking in Boyer Valley Agricultural Business, Supply & Service Leadership and ethics development in Cooperation and community service/teamwork. Entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in Communication skills in agriculture interpersonal and group; written and oral. 1.1 Analyzes situation, use problem-solving approach and make appropriate decisions. 2.1 Applies principles of leadership and ethical behavior to selected situations in agriculture 3.1 Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork skills. 4.1 Applies the principles of entrepreneurship in an agricultural experiential learning experience. 5.1 Uses appropriate communication skills in a variety of occupational situations in Compares the advantages and disadvantages of biological, chemical and cultural pest controls. Evaluates livestock for profitable production traits. Interprets the results from a soil and/or tissue test. Determines appropriate land use management based on soil evaluation needs. Identifies the three components of management. Explains the relationship of land, labor, and capital to management. Describes the types of record-keeping systems used in Delegates duties. Manages conflict (personal and customer). Facilitates group interaction (teamwork). Takes responsibility for mistakes and/or good work. Becomes personally involved in professional or organizations. Recognizes relevant, ethical issues in business Explains the relationship between public and private sectors. Maintains clean and orderly work area. Cooperates with others. Respects the property of others. Exhibits dependability responsibility on the job. Demonstrates punctuality. Asks for help when needed. Complies with safety and health rules. Accepts supervision willingly. Follows directions. Works effectively with others. Develops positive community relations Analyzes business organizations. Identifies skills required of a business owner. Identifies the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs. Analyzes the contents of a business plan. Recognizes the importance of technical assistance. Explains types of business ownership. Identifies factors in obtaining finances for a new business. Demonstrates the ability of market analysis. Identifies the four types of agricultural business organizations. Compares the advantages and disadvantages of the four types of agricultural business. Explains the concept of competition. Explains the concept of profit. Identifies factors that are important to human relations in agribusiness. Identifies sources of marketing information. Demonstrates proper telephone answering skills. Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette. Interacts with others in a courteous and tactful manner. Organizes thoughts and clearly express point of view. Organizes thoughts and write clearly. Leads a discussion. Listens effectively. Speaks effectively in front of others.

2 Analyzes marketing and pricing alternatives for agricultural commodities. Interprets charts, graphs, and maps to make specific decisions related to business

3 Agriculture Business, Supply & Service Principles of goal setting - personal and organizational. Boyer Valley Agricultural Business, Supply & Service Principles of planning. Adapting to change in Global and cultural diversity issues Basic computational and informational technology 6.1 Explains the goal setting process 7.1 Applies planning strategies in agriculture sales and service businesses and organizations 8.1 Develops strategies to effectively adapt to new situations and rapid changes in 9.1 Demonstrates a working knowledge of the relationship between global/cultural diversity and occupational success in 10.1 Applies computational and informational technologies to analyze and solve mathematical problems. Defines goals. Composes a resume. Manages time effectively. Follows rules and regulations. Demonstrates initiative. Constructs an application letter. Utilizes time effectively. Identifies skills, physical and emotional - requirements for a job. Completes required forms. Produces quality work. Works within guidelines. Prioritizes a series of tasks. Organizes an event. Accepts new challenges. Adapts to change/demonstrate flexibility. Adapts to environment/situation Identifies the types of production systems used worldwide and their impact. Determines the impact of biotechnology on world food production systems. Identifies the monetary systems of selected countries and their impact on the United States. Explains how the production of one country impacts the production of another. Locates on a map each of the major continents of the world. Locates on a map each of the major agricultural regions of the world. Explains the impact of government policy on the production and marketing of various commodities. Explains the linkage between culture and diet. Explains the nature of international trade. Determines the political role of governments and their impact on food production. Calculates the time value of money. Calculates the payback period for an investment. Identifies procedures for determining the market value of assets used in depreciation and inventory schedules. Calculates a least-cost ratio. Uses the metric system to calculate specific weights and measurement. Calculates the amount of fertilizer and/or chemicals needed for a specific task or recommendation. Calibrates fertilizer and chemical equipment. Calculates finance charges. Operates office equipment. Utilizes a data-base, wordprocessing, and spreadsheet program. Calculates margins and discounts for agricultural supplies. Calculates storage charges on grain.

4 Compares the differences between measurement systems in the United States and the world. Accepts individual differences. Shows awareness of various forms of electronic communication: , ftp, Worldwide Web. Describes basic hardware components. Uses the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, monitor. Recognizes what the operating system of a computer is. Uses an operating system to: open or chose programs, list files or program and file management.

5 Agriculture Business, Supply & Service Boyer Valley Agricultural Business, Supply & Service Career development and improvement lifelong learning Develops strategies to make a successful transition from school to work. Basic technical skills and knowledge in the occupational area of agricultural business, supply and service 12.1 Applies technical skills in a hands-on experiential setting in Identify agricultural career opportunities in management, sales and service. Demonstrate personal hygiene and cleanliness. Evaluate a job offer, benefits, time, and working environment Lists the steps used in purchasing fixed and variable assets in a business. Completes a personal income tax form. Explains the components of a local property tax. Explains social security taxes and their benefit related to types of employment. Demonstrates the impact of the state sales tax on purchases. Analyzes the common types of financial and legal agreements used in Identifies resources for technical assistance. Identifies current government programs that support agricultural business. Determines the types of insurance available for both personal and business needs. Explains opportunity cost. Completes a cash flow projection worksheet. Identifies types of credit. Determines available credit resources. Develops a process for accurately determining business inventory. Utilizes accounting procedures to record cash receipts and expenditures. Develops a balance sheet for business. Completes a net worth statement. Identifies appropriate financial ratios. Explains the different types of budgets used in business. Prepares an enterprise budget. Identifies variable cost. Explains fixed cost. Utilizes equipment correctly as shown/demonstrated by supervisor. Performs routine maintenance on agricultural equipment using service manual schedules. Identifies different production techniques and their effect on the environment. Performs plant propagation using sexual, asexual or tissue culture techniques. Demonstrates the proper procedure for planting trees and shrubs. Identifies opportunities for the development of diversified crop and/or livestock enterprises. Explains how the selection of hybrid and certified seed affects performance and profitability. Explains the principles of plant breeding. Identifies the types of tillage methods used in crop production.

6 Describes the types of harvesting systems used in crop production. Explains the role of primary and secondary nutrients used in crop production. Selects appropriate commercial fertilizers and chemicals based on identified needs. Identifies the types of wholesale and retail cuts of meat. Explains methods for the proper handling and disposal of animal waste. Demonstrates the proper procedures for administering of animal health products. Reads a soil classification map. Identifies the different types of discounts used in agricultural sales to increase sales. Makes change correctly. Differentiates between marketing, pricing, and grading standards for agricultural commodities. Lists the purposes of governmental farm agencies. Develops a process for ordering and receiving goods based on inventory needs. Generates periodic billing statements. Explains factors in pricing agricultural merchandising. Balances a ration in accordance to the nutritional requirements of an animal species. Explains the functions of the monogastric digestive system. Diagrams the ruminant digestive system. Identifies procedures for developing a quality livestock disease prevention program. Balances daily cash receipts. Balances monthly bank statements. Identifies feedstuffs and additives available for specific livestock enterprises. Explains the nutritional value of feedstuffs and additives as related to specific livestock enterprises. Identifies livestock facility requirements. Analyzes the concept of supply and demand. Explains the concept of organized labor and business. Explains the concept of business cycles. Demonstrates the principles of effective selling. List the methods used to advertise an agricultural product. Explains the developmental process used to prepare an appropriate advertisement. Writes a sales ticket.

7 Agriculture Products and Processing Understand problemsolving, analysis, and decision-making in Boyer Valley Agricultural Products & Processing Standard 2: Understand leadership and ethics development in Standard 3: Understand the concept of cooperation and community service/ teamwork. Standard 4: Understand the use of entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in Standard 5: Understand the use of communication skills in agriculture interpersonal and group; written and oral. 1.1 Analyzes situation, use problem-solving approach and make appropriate decisions. 2.1 Applies principles of leadership and ethical behavior to selected situations in agriculture 3.1 Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork skills 4.1 Applies the principles of entrepreneurship in an agricultural experiential learning experience. 5.1 Uses appropriate communication skills in a variety of occupational situations in Interpret information on a packaging label (i.e., foods, pesticides, and antibiotics). Explain the importance of safety in the workplace and demonstrate first aid techniques used in the work related accident Delegate duties. Become personally involved in a professional organization. Take responsibility for mistakes and/or good work. Manage time effectively. Explain the ethical and cultural concerns of biotechnology in agricultural processing. Demonstrate initiative. Manage conflict (personal and customer). Explain the ethical and cultural concerns of biotechnology in agricultural processing. Demonstrate initiative. Manage conflict (personal and customer). Recognize relevant, ethical issues in business Work effectively with others. Accept supervision willingly. Utilize equipment correctly as shown/demonstrated by a supervisor. Follow directions. Follow rules and regulations. Interact with others in a courteous and tactful manner. Respect the property of others. Facilitate group interactions (teamwork). Develop positive community relations. Cooperate with others. Explain the relationship between public and private sectors. Ask for help when needed. Comply with safety and health rules. Analyze the concept of supply and demand. Identify and describe the entrepreneurial, economic, and business management skills associated with the on-going production, processing and distribution of the agricultural products. Analyze the contents of a business plan. Explain the concept of competition. Analyze business organizations. Identify factors in obtaining finances for a new business. Explain types of business ownership. Explain the concept of organized labor and business. Explain the concept of profit. Identify skills required of a business owner. Identify the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs. Demonstrate the ability of market analysis. Explain the concept of business cycles. Lead a discussion. Organize thoughts and write clearly. Demonstrate proper telephone etiquette. Explain the importance of quality assurance of food and fiber products. Listen effectively. Organize thoughts and clearly express point of view. Explain the basic microbiological concepts associate with food and fiber products, including applications to the sanitary operation of the physical plant. Explain the concepts of food sanitation and safety. Speak effectively in front of others.

8 Recognize the importance of technical assistance. Agriculture Products and Processing Goal setting - personal and organizational. Boyer Valley Agricultural Products & Processing Principles of planning. Adapting to change in Global and cultural diversity issues Basic computational and informational technology 6.1 Explains the goal setting process 7. 1 Applies planning strategies in agriculture sales and service businesses and organizations 8.1 Develops strategies to effectively adapt to new situations and rapid changes in 9.1 Demonstrates a working knowledge of the relationship between global/cultural diversity and occupational success in 10.1 Applies computational and informational technologies to analyze and solve mathematical problems. *Defines goals Organizes an event. Prioritizes a series of tasks. Utilizes time effectively. Works within guidelines. Explains how trends in convenience buying have impacted processing and packaging. Accepts new challenges. Adapts to environment/situation. Adapts to change/demonstrate flexibility Explains the impact global international markets have on products and processing. Analyzes the food distribution system in the U.S. and other nations. Accepts individual differences. Demonstrates the use of the various measuring systems used in the U.S. and in other countries, and explain the benefits and show conversions of the various measuring systems. Explains the nature of international trade Uses basic addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to formulate agricultural products for processing and/or packaging. Demonstrates computer skills for business applications (i.e., spreadsheets, Internet, information management, word processing). Shows awareness of various forms of electronic communication: , ftp, Worldwide Web. Describes basic hardware components. Uses the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, CD ROM, monitor.

9 Recognizes the operating system of a computer. Uses an operating system to: locate, open, close, copy and delete programs and files.

10 Agricultural Products and Processing Boyer Valley Agricultural Products & Processing Career development and improvement lifelong learning. Basic technical skills and knowledge in the occupational area of agricultural business, supply and service 11.1 Develops strategies to make a successful transition from school to work. Identifies skills, physical and emotional requirements for a job. Completes required forms. Constructs an application letter. Evaluates job offer, benefits, time, and working environment. Identify the skills needed to become a productive and efficient worker in a production, processing, or distribution business. Identifies occupational opportunities available to the area of agricultural products and processing. Demonstrates personal hygiene and cleanliness. Exhibits dependability/responsibility on the job. Composes a resume. Demonstrates punctuality. Produces quality work Applies technical skills in a hands-on experiential setting in Identifies geographic areas where and why product processing occurs. Identifies the use of chemicals and biological agents that affect agricultural processing. Identifies packaging methods of agricultural products and their impact on quality and distribution. Identifies the various agricultural products produced and processed in Iowa (i.e. fruits and vegetables, grains, meat, dairy, etc.). Identifies the various agricultural processing methods for agricultural products (i.e. irradiation, dried, frozen, thermo, fresh, vacuum sealed, canned, juiced, etc.). Identifies how genetically altered agricultural products affect the marketing of those agricultural products. Demonstrates methods for storing and monitoring agricultural products (i.e., drying corn, moisture testing, insect damage, etc.). Demonstrates the importance of operating and reading measuring devices accurately. Describes quality factors for agricultural products (i.e., meats, grains, fiber, fruits, and vegetables, etc.). Describes how health concerns, consumer issues, and political groups impact products. Identifies governmental agencies and structures regulating food products. Identifies the parts of plants and animals used in processed food and fiber products. Maintains clean and orderly work area.

11 Agriculture Mechanics Problem-solving, analysis, and decisionmaking in Boyer Valley Agriculture Mechanics Leadership and ethics development in Concept of cooperation and community service/ teamwork. Use of entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in Use of communication skills in agriculture interpersonal and group; written and oral. 1.1 Analyzes situation, uses problem-solving approach and makes appropriate decisions. 2.1 Applies principles of leadership and ethical behavior to selected situations in agriculture 3.1 Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork skills 4.1 Applies the principles of entrepreneurship in an agricultural experiential learning experience. 5.1 Uses appropriate communication skills in a variety of occupational situations in Identifies environmental problems in agricultural structures such as livestock building and chemical storage facilities. Plans and evaluates farmstead and agricultural building design and layout. Takes responsibility for mistakes and/or good work. Becomes personally involved in a professional organization. Manages time effectively. Demonstrates initiative. Recognizes relevant, ethical issues in business. Manages conflict (personal and customer). Delegates duties. Facilitates group interactions (teamwork). Follows rules and regulations. Works effectively with others. Respects the property of others. Follows directions. Complies with safety and health rules. Utilizes equipment correctly as shown/demonstrated by a supervisor. Cooperates with others. Interacts with others in a courteous and tactful manner. Develops positive community relations. Accepts supervision willingly. Asks for help when needed. Explains the relationship between public and private sectors Identifies the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs. Analyzes the contents of a business plan. Recognizes the importance of technical assistance. Explains types of business ownership. Identifies factors in obtaining finances for a new business. Demonstrates the ability of market analysis. Analyzes business organizations. Identifies skills required of a business owner. Explains the concept of competition. Analyzes the concept of supply and demand. Explains the concept of organized labor and business. Explains the concept of business cycles. Explain the concept of profit. Develops a bill of materials and projected cost list. Interprets and follows recommended service and maintenance schedules using operator s manuals. Handles hazardous chemicals and flammable materials according to product label. Utilizes service or cooperator s manuals, and catalogs to complete a job. Explains the terms compression ratio, and piston displacement. Speaks effectively in front of others. Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette. Organizes thoughts and write clearly. Listens effectively. Leads a discussion. Organizes thoughts and clearly expresses point of view

12 Agriculture Mechanics Principles of goal setting - personal and organizational. Boyer Valley Agriculture Mechanics Principles of planning. Concept of adapting to change in Global and cultural diversity issues Basic computational and informational technology 6.1 Explain the goal setting process 7.1 Apply planning strategies in agriculture sales and service businesses and organizations 8.1 Develop strategies to effectively adapt to new situations and rapid changes in 9.1 Demonstrate a working knowledge of the relationship between global/cultural diversity and occupational success in 10.1 Apply computational and informational technologies to analyze and solve mathematical problems. Prioritizes a series of tasks. Defines goals. Interprets plans and working drawings. Complete a simple construction project of good quality. Works within guidelines. Utilizes time effectively. Organizes an event. Identifies common applications of agricultural machinery and major trends in technology. Adapts to environment/situation. Accepts new challenges. Adaps to change/demonstrate flexibility. Accepts individual differences. Explains the nature of international trade. Demonstrates adjustment or calibration seeding, fertilizing, spraying, harvesting, tillage, or processing machinery. Demonstrates proper measurement and layout of a mechanics project. Calculates board fee, square feet, and linear foot of lumber or metal. Uses basic computer functions or word processing, spreadsheet, and database management. Identifies and computes harvest losses. Calculates the volume of concrete to be ordered based on a design plan. Describes basic hardware components. Uses the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, monitor. Recognizes the operating system of a computer. Uses an operating system

13 to locate, open, close, copy and delete programs and files. Shows awareness of various forms of electronic communication: , ftp, Worldwide Web. Describes basic hardware components. Uses the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, and monitor. Recognizes what the operating system of a computer is. Uses an operating system to: open or chose programs, list files or program and file

14 Agriculture Mechanics Boyer Valley Agriculture Mechanics Career development and improvement lifelong learning. Standard 12: Understand basic technical skills and knowledge in the occupational area of agricultural business, supply and service 11.1 Develops strategies to make a successful transition from school to work Demonstrates punctuality. Produces quality work. Describes career opportunities in various areas of agricultural mechanics. Identifies skills, physical and emotional requirements for a job. Completes required forms. Constructs an application letter. Evaluates job offer, benefits, time, and working environment. Demonstrates personal hygiene and cleanliness. Exhibits dependability/responsibility on the job. Composes a resume. Maintains clean and orderly work area Applies technical skills in a hands-on experiential setting in Identifies common building materials, hardware and their uses. Identifies types of erosion control structures Identifies basic structural parts of a building Demonstrates use of level for determining slope for building layout. Explains basic procedures for emergency rescue involved in agricultural related accidents.

15 Agriculture Production Problem-solving, analysis, and decisionmaking in Boyer Valley Agriculture Production Leadership and ethics development in Cooperation and community service/teamwork. Entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in Communication skills in agriculture interpersonal and group; written and oral. 1.1 Analyzes situation, use problem-solving approach and make appropriate decisions. 2.1 Applies principles of leadership and ethical behavior to selected situations in agriculture 3.1 Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork skills 4.1 Applies the principles of entrepreneurship in an agricultural experiential learning experience. 5.1 Uses appropriate communication skills in a variety of occupational situations in Analyzes the economic impact of production agriculture on the economy. Identifies and compares the operation of equipment and facilities involved with livestock for optimum production efficiency. Compares agronomic production systems. Adjusts and calibrates agriculture equipment. Recognizes the use of ultrasound in decision-making. Recognizes the use of electronic ID system in decision-making. Describes the value of computerized record keeping for decisionmaking Recognizes relevant, ethical issues in business. Demonstrates initiative. Analyzes components of labor management. Delegates duties. Manages conflict (personal and customer). Becomes personally involved in a professional organization. Takes responsibility for mistakes and/or good work. Manages time effectively. Identifies the impact of positive community relations through communications, business appearance and practices in addition to personal involvement in related professional organizations. Respects the property of others. Follows directions. Interacts with others in a courteous and tactful manner. Cooperates with others. Works effectively with others. Facilitates group interaction (teamwork). Explains the relationship between public and private sectors. Follows rules and regulations. Accepts supervision willingly. Develops positive community relations. Asks for help when needed. Complies with safety and health rules. Utilizes equipment correctly as shown/demonstrated by supervisor Explains types of business ownership. Identifies factors in obtaining finances for a new business. Demonstrates the ability of market analysis. Analyzes present and future business resource base. Identifies necessary financial components for a production agricultural business. Identifies risk components and analyze management strategies. Develops and implement a business plan for crop/animal production. Explains the concept of competition. Analyzes the concept of supply and demand. Explains the concept of organized labor and business. Explains the concept of business cycles. Analyzes business organizations. Identifies skills required of a business owner. Leads a discussion. Speaks effectively in front of others. Listens effectively. Organizes thoughts and clearly expresses point of view. Organizes thoughts and write clearly. Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette.

16 Explains the concept of profit. Identifies the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs. Analyzes the contents of a business plan. Agriculture Production Principles of goal setting - personal and organizational. Boyer Valley Agriculture Production Principles of planning. Adapting to change in Global and cultural diversity issues Basic computational and informational technology 6.1 Explains the goal setting process 7.1 Applies planning strategies in agriculture sales and service businesses and organizations 8.1 Develops strategies to effectively adapt to new situations and rapid changes in 9.1 Demonstratse a working knowledge of the relationship between global/cultural diversity and occupational success in 10.1 Applies computational and informational technologies to analyze and solve mathematical problems. Grade Level Indicators Define goals. Determine personal attitude toward business risk. Grade Level Indicators Analyze components involved in contracting services for the product of an agricultural business. Identify components needed for appropriate tax information. Determine marketing systems, methods, and strategies. Grade Level Indicators Adapt to change/demonstrate flexibility. Accept new challenges. Utilize past, current, and future trends to analyze and interpret charts, graphs, and other information to develop management decisions. Adapt to environment/situation. Grade Level Indicators Explain the nature of international trade. Identifes domestic and global niche markets and analyze the production requirements. Accepts individual difference. Grade Level Indicators Evaluates and demonstrates use of current technology in land surveying and measuring. Utilizes digitized soil surveys to establish a soil sampling methods and formulate a nutrient. Utilizes computerized

17 Plan an animal health program/schedule. Prioritize a series of tasks. Utilize time effectively. Organize an event. Recognize the importance of technical assistance. Work within guidelines. record analyze in making production, management and marketing decisions. Shows awareness of various forms of electronic communication: , ftp, Worldwide Web. Describes basic hardware components. Uses the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, monitor. Explains the operating system of a computer. Uses an operating system to: open or chose programs, list files or program and file management.

18 Agriculture Production Career development and improvement lifelong learning. Boyer Valley Agriculture Production Basic technical skills and knowledge in the occupational area of agricultural business, supply and service 11.1 Develops strategies to make a successful transition from school to work Applies technical skills in a hands-on experiential setting in Identifies career opportunities in production Completes the course work for current and evolving certification or licensure requirements in production Identifies skills, physical and emotional requirements for a job. Completes required forms. Constructs an application letter. Evaluates job offer, benefits, time, and working environment. Exhibit dependability and responsibility on the job. Demonstrates punctuality. Composes a resume. Demonstrates personal hygiene and cleanliness. Produces quality work. Explains practices to ensure food safety for the consumer. Follows procedures in identification, handling and disposal of hazardous materials. Identifies basic laws and governmental regulations related to agricultural production. Analyzes the environmental effect that agricultural stewardship may have on surface and ground water, wildlife, soil, air, and people. Demonstrates safe and humane animal handling techniques. Identifies major genetic characteristics of animal breeds and plant varieties. Evaluates agricultural product quality. Analyzes various animal testing programs. Repairs/conditions/services agricultural equipment. Identifies components of water systems. Demonstrates knowledge of safe and proper operation of tools and equipment. Demonstrates carpentry skills needed in Demonstrates welding and cutting skills. Demonstrates and calculates, forming, placing, and finishing of concrete. Identifies and evaluates various energy and power sources. Evaluates various animal feeding programs including ration development and feedstuff analysis. Plans an animal health program/schedule with emphasis toward quality assurance. Identifies major genetic characteristics of animal breeds (including hybrids) and examine their uses in animal breeding systems and scientific principles. Explains soil and water conservation practices and their part in federal program compliance. Explains the factors involved with seed and plant selection. Identifies and demonstrates plant growth and reproduction. Identifies and selects biological and chemical pest controls for agronomic production. Designs storage establishment improvement practices/grazing systems. Identifies and compares the operation of grain harvesting, handling, drying, and storage systems.

19 Maintains clean and orderly work area. Shows awareness of the tools of precision farming. Describes the importance of graphic information systems in precision farming. Describes the role of graphic information systems in precision farming. Describes the role of VRT in precision farming. Describes the value of precision farming in Uses the graphic information system receiver to record a coordinate position of some point. Lists specific objects that can be mapped. Recognizes what a coordinate system is. Uses the survey plat of township, range and section to describe an area. Defines precision farming. Shows awareness of relationships between mapped objects. Lists specific biotechnology products in use. Recognizes the concept of DNA. Describes the role DNA plays in an animal s phenotype. Defines phenotype and genotype. Shows awareness of processes of biotechnology: fingerprinting, transformation and extraction. Uses to send a message. Uses the Worldwide Web to find information. Describes value of technology in livestock production and in management.

20 Horticulture Problem-solving, analysis, and decision-making in Boyer Valley Horticulture Leadership and ethics development in Cooperation and community service/ teamwork. Entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in Communication skills in agriculture interpersonal and group; written and oral. 1.1 Analyze situation, use problem-solving approach and make appropriate decisions. *Identifies and differentiate between (may be a combination of) disease damage, pest and insect damage, chemical and environmental damage in a plant. Uses observational techniques to identify healthy, quality plants. Interprets data of soil sample analysis. Demonstrates handling t 2.1 Apply principles of leadership and ethical behavior to selected situations in agriculture Manages conflict (personal and customer). Becomes personally involved in a professional organization. Manages time effectively. Recognizes relevant, ethical issues in business. Takes responsibility for mistakes and/or good work. Demonstrates initiative. Delegates duties. 3.1 Demonstrate cooperation and teamwork skills Accepts supervision willingly. Facilitates group interactions (teamwork). Asks for help when needed. Follows directions. Explains the relationship between public and private sectors. Interacts with others in a courteous and tactful manner. Cooperates with others. Follows rules and regulations. Complies with safety and health rules. Utilizes equipment correctly as 4.1 Apply the principles of entrepreneurship in an agricultural experiential learning experience. Recognizes the importance of technical assistance. Explains types of business ownership. Identifies factors in obtaining finances for a new business. Demonstrates the ability of market analysis. Analyzes business organizations. Identifies skills required of a business owner. Explains the concept of profit. Identifies the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs. Analyzes the contents of a business plan. Use appropriate communication skills in a variety of occupational situations in Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette. Explains process of and reasons for pasteurization and fumigation of soil mixes. Explains growthregulating chemicals. Explains how to develop and use a customer file system. Explains wiring floral products by telephone/internet. Listens effectively. Leads a discussion. Organizes thoughts

21 customer complaints and returned purchases. Chooses an appropriate plant for a specific location in a home or business. Chooses plants of appropriate mature size, shape, texture, and function for a given site. Interprets landscape plans. Adjusts or controls closed environmental factors: water, heat, cold, humidity, air circulation, and ventilation. shown/demonstrated by a supervisor. Works effectively with others. Develops positive community relations. Respects the property of others Explains the concept of competition. Analyzes the concept of supply and demand. Explains the concept of organized labor and business. Explains the concept of business cycles. Completes business forms (invoices, sales slips, charge card forms) correctly and clearly express point of view. Organizes thoughts and write clearly. Demonstrates interactions with customer (i.e. determine consumer need and provide technical assistance). Develops a promotional display. Demonstrates taking and processing telephone orders. Explains how to maintain product and sales area of store. Speaks effectively in front of others

22 Horticulture Goal setting - personal and organizational. Boyer Valley Horticulture Principles of planning. Adapting to change in Standard 9: Understand global and cultural diversity issues Standard 10: Understand basic computational and informational technology 6.1 Explain the goal setting process 7.1 Apply planning strategies in agriculture sales and service businesses and organizations 8.1 Develop strategies to effectively adapt to new situations and rapid changes in 9.1 Demonstrate a working knowledge of the relationship between global/cultural diversity and occupational success in 10.1 Apply computational and informational technologies to analyze and solve mathematical problems. Define goals. Plan planting schedules. Identify basic inventory procedures and techniques. Organize an event. Use drafting techniques to draw a basic design plan to scale. Develop a planting plan. Prepare, design and plant a dish d Adapt to change/demonstrate flexibility. Accept new challenges. Identify issues and trends in horticulture concerning environmental and conservation problems. Explain current/future trends in horticulture. Adapt to environment/situation. Measure a tree trunk accurately using a caliper. Use a word processing, database and spreadsheet program. Use standard units of measurement accurately in the various areas of horticulture. Make change properly. Measure a tree trunk accurately using a caliper. Use a word processing, database and spreadsheet program. Use standard units of measurement accurately in the various areas of horticulture. Make change properly. Show awareness of various forms of electronic

23 garden. Develop a vegetable garden plan. Utilize time effectively. Design and construct fresh floral arrangements. Work within guidelines. Prioritize a series of tasks. electronic communication: e- mail, ftp, Worldwide Web. Describe basic hardware components. Use the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, monitor. Recognize the operating system of a computer. Use an operating system to: open or chose programs, list files or program and file management.

24 Boyer Valley Horticulture Horticulture Career development and improvement lifelong learning Develops strategies to make a successful transition from school to work. Identifies skills, physical and emotional requirements for a job. Completes required forms. Constructs an application letter. Evaluates job offer, benefits, time, and working environment. Exhibits dependability/responsibility on the job. Demonstrates punctuality. Produces quality work. Demonstrates personal hygiene and cleanliness. Composes a resume. Identifies career opportunities in the horticulture industry. Basic technical skills and knowledge in the occupational area of agricultural business, supply and service 12.1 Applies technical skills in a hands-on experiential setting in Fertilizes media/soil. Takes soil samples. Produces, harvests, and stores greenhouse crops. Maintains houseplants. Prepares plant media. Applies nutrients, soil amendments, by preparing a compost pile. Prepares/plans seeds. Labels plants. Identifies growing structures utilized in horticulture. Performs basic maintenance practices on gasoline and diesel engines. Maintains large and small tools and implements. Operates lawnmower, small tractor, weed trimmer, backpack sprayer, hand sprayer and edger safely. Uses proper equipment in all aspects of

25 horticulture. Uses correct horticulture terminology. Identifies common weeds. Labels and prices products. Identifies floriculture crops including houseplants by common name. Identifies midwestern fruits and nuts by common name. Identifies vegetables and herbs by common name. Explains the propagation of plants by budding, grafting, and tissue culture techniques. Maintains clean and orderly work area. Installs landscape material. Identifies different landscape structures and the materials used in their construction. Prepares site and install sod and/or seed. Forces bulbs (control temperature, moisture, and light). Identifies plants using a botanical key. Identifies herbaceous and woody ornamental plants by common name. Explains the process of producing, harvesting, and storing ornamental plants (i.e. trees, shrubs, Christmas trees, and perennials). Prepares planting media. Prepares/plants bulbs, corms, tubers, rhizomes, and roots. Prepares/transplants trees and shrubs

26 and seedlings. Prepares/transplants trees, shrubs, and herbaceous perennials for container production. Prunes or shears plants and trees in an appropriate manner. Identifies Midwestern turf grasses by common name. Observes commercial and residential irrigation systems. Identifies soil types for their fruit and vegetable production characteristics. Prepares/transplants seedlings, cuttings, and daughter plants. Properly cares for the prepare fresh cut plant materials for use in floral design. Defines production practices for greenhouse pot crops. Identifies common tools and mechanics used in arranging flowers. Identifies the types of flowers/greens that can be used in floral design. Identifies the basic principles of floral design. Explains the process of photosynthesis. Explains factors affecting plant growth: light, water, temperature, humidity, nutrients(micro/macro) soils, atmosphere, and pollutants. Explains the principles of nutrient uptake. Defines and identifies hardiness zones. Explains the system of scientific nomenclature for plants (e.g., families,

27 genus, species). Explains plant propagation from seed, cuttings, divisions, and layering. Explains how to safely mix, apply, store, transport and dispose of chemicals and chemical containers principles of aerating turf. Explains the process of producing, harvesting, and storing greenhouse crops. Explains the process of maintaining orchards and vineyards and the harvesting and storing of fruit and vegetables. Explains lawn and turf maintenance. Explains the basic principles of landscape design. Explains the principles of integrated pest management.

28 Boyer Valley Natural Resources Natural Resources Problem-solving, analysis, and decisionmaking in Leadership and ethics development in Concept of cooperation and community service/ teamwork. Entrepreneurial knowledge and skills in Communication skills in agriculture interpersonal and group; written and oral. 1.1 Analyzes situation, use problem-solving approach and make appropriate decisions. 2.1 Applies principles of leadership and ethical behavior to selected situations in agriculture 3.1 Demonstrates cooperation and teamwork skills 4.1 Applies the principles of entrepreneurship in an agricultural experiential learning experience. 5.1 Uses appropriate communication skills in a variety of occupational situations in Assesses and implement BMPs (Best Management Practices) related to agriculture drainage wells, erosion control, irrigation of wastewater, irrigation of groundwater, use of storage tanks (i.e., fuels, Anhydrous Ammonia, etc.) and wellhead and source of water protection which improve water quality. Evaluates alternative solutions to Iowa air pollution problems. Evaluates benefits and uses of native plants and animals, as well as their negative uses. Explains the role of test plots in evaluating agricultural management Manages time effectively. Becomes personally involved in a professional organization. Manages conflict (personal and customer). Delegates duties. Takes responsibility for mistakes and/or good work. Recognizes relevant, ethical issues in business. Demonstrates initiative. Complies with safety and health rules. Utilizes equipment correctly as shown/demonstrated by a supervisor. Interacts with others in a courteous and tactful manner. Cooperate with others. Respects the property of others. Explains the relationship between public and private sectors. Works effectively with others. Follows rules and regulations. Accepts supervision willingly. Facilitates group interactions (teamwork). Follows directions. Asks for help when needed. Develops positive community relations. *Identify the personal characteristics of entrepreneurs. Analyzes the contents of a business plan. Recognizes the importance of technical assistance. Explains types of business ownership. Identifies factors in obtaining finances for a new business. Demonstrates the ability of market analysis. Analyzes business organizations. Identifies skills required of a business owner. Explains the concept of competition. Analyzes the concept of supply and demand. Explains the concept of organized labor and business. Explains the concept of business cycles. Explains the concept of profit. Reads manuals and labels to properly use agricultural equipment, chemicals, and other agricultural inputs correctly and safely. Writes a legal description of a selected piece of land. Listens effectively. Demonstrates proper telephone etiquette. Organizes thoughts and clearly express point of view. Organizes thoughts and write clearly. Leads a discussion. Speaks effectively in front of others.

29 practices. Evaluates alternative agricultural systems based on productivity, profitability, environmental considerations, and social acceptance. Evaluates means of solving local wildlife resource problems. Evaluates and incorporate alternative fuel resource. Determines soil amendments necessary based on soil tests, realistic yield goals, and the fertility level of a given piece of land. Identifies and evaluates conservation tillage systems and their productivity, profitability and environmental impact. Evaluates means of solving local water resource problems. Collects, understands, and analyzes samples to assess water quality and analyze findings. Evaluates various solid waste disposal systems by their environmental impact. Evaluates means of solving Iowa forest resource problems.

30 Natural Resources Principles of goal setting - personal and organizational. Boyer Valley Natural Resources Principles of planning. Adapting to change in Global and cultural diversity issues Basic computational and informational technology 6.1 Explains the goal setting process. 7.1 Applies planning strategies in agriculture sales and service businesses and organizations. 8.1 Develops strategies to effectively adapt to new situations and rapid changes in 9.1 Demonstrates a working knowledge of the relationship between global/cultural diversity and occupational success in 10.1 Applies computational and informational technologies to analyze and solve mathematical problems. Defines goals. Prioritizes a series of tasks Develops an individual resource conservation plan to include crop, pasture, woodlands, wildlife, farmstead, and urban considerations. Identifies the role geologic resources have in land use planning. Develops a wildlife management plan for a given area. Utilizes time effectively. Organizes an event. Develops plans which incorporate the use of federal, state, and local agriculture programs to sustain resources (i.e., buffer strips). Works within guidelines. Identifies contemporary natural resources issues/concerns relating to Adapts to environment/situation. Accepts new challenges. Adapts to change/demonstrate flexibility. Describes global environmental impact. Explains global positioning systems and graphic information systems and understand practice application. Explains the nature of international trade. Accepts individual differences. Estimates water needs for a community and farm operation. Measures and calculates land area, length, and percent slope. Operates office equipment ( , fax, phone innovations, etc.) Demonstrates general computer literacy, word processing, information gathering, and database operation. Shows awareness of various forms of electronic communication: , ftp, Worldwide Web. Describes basic hardware components. Uses the following hardware components: keyboard, mouse, disk drive, monitor. Recognizes the operating system of a computer Uses an operating system to: open or chose programs, list files or program and file

31 Natural Resources Boyer Valley Natural Resources Career development and improvement lifelong learning. Technical skills and knowledge in the occupational area of agricultural business, supply and service 11.1 Develops strategies to make a successful transition from school to work. Identifies a minimum of five environmental and natural resource occupations and explain the job requirements, major activities performed by persons in these occupations and availability by location. Explains the connection between the natural resources occupations, agribusiness, and technology. Evaluates job offer, benefits, time, and working environment. Demonstrates personal hygiene and cleanliness. Composes a resume. Identifies skills, physical and emotional requirements for a job. Completes required forms. Constructs an application letter. Exhibits dependability/responsibility on the job. Demonstrates punctuality. Produces quality work Applies technical skills in a hands-on experiential setting in Explains the economic impact of the loss of wildlife, habitat, urban sprawl, and navigation on wildlife resources. Identifies the agricultural impact of groundwater resource availability, management, and use. Selects alternative grazing practices to eliminate grazing of woodlands. Identifies alternative forest management practices that reduce high grading of timber harvest. Describes the connections between land use, rural Iowa, and Locates a plot of land given a legal description. Explains basic soil morphology and its relationship to management. Explains the impact agriculture, industry, and population centers have on natural resources and the environment. Uses soil survey, topography maps, aerial photos, and other natural resources inventories to interpret, compare (limits and potentials), and plan wise land management. Identifies federal, state, and local regulations related to soil and water conservation, water quality, forestry, air quality, and wildlife. Explains their applicability to resource management. Identifies types of hunting leases and liability involved. Determines crops and crop management that will provide habitat for wildlife. Performs wildlife habitat improvements; be knowledgeable of wildlife habitat technologies. Identifies a minimum of 30 Iowa wildlife species to include game, non-game, and endangered