QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED INDUSTRY What are Occupational Standards(OS)? OS describe what individuals need to do, know and understand in order to carry out a particular job role or function OS are performance standards that individuals must achieve when carrying out functions in the workplace, together with specifications of the underpinning knowledge and understanding Contact Us: Agriculture Skill Council of India, 6th Floor, Building No. 10, GNG Tower, Sector 44, Gurgaon Haryana- 122002 T: 0124-4814659 E-mail: ceo@asci-india.com Contents 1. Introduction and Contacts. [1] 2. Qualifications Pack. [2] 3. Glossary of Key Terms.. [3] 4. OS Units.. [5] 5. Annexure: Nomenclature for QP & OS... [48] 6. Assessment Criteria [50] Introduction Qualifications Pack- Sugarcane Cultivator SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED SUB-SECTOR: Agriculture Crop Production OCCUPATION: Field Crop Cultivation (Cash crop) REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q0203 ALIGNED TO: NCO-2015/6111.0701 Sugarcane Cultivator: Sugarcane Cultivator is responsible for the cultivation and harvesting of sugarcane crop in a given piece of land. In addition, the sugarcane cultivator also is responsible for the selling of the harvested sugarcane. Brief Job Description: The individual at work undertakes the cultivation of sugarcane crop at the farm level. The individual is also responsible for harvesting the sugarcane crop. The Sugarcane Cultivator needs to adapt recommended practices for a particular agro climatic zone, type of soil, rainfall pattern and climatic conditions to achieve the best possible yield. Personal Attributes: The job requires the individual to have ability to work industriously in the fields and have decision-making capability related to sugarcane cultivation. He should also possess basic communication and documenting abilities. In addition, the sugarcane cultivator must possess interpersonal skills to interface with various stakeholders and decision making skills to decide on the various facets of cane cultivation.
Job Details Qualifications Pack For Sugarcane Cultivator Qualifications Pack Code AGR/Q0203 Job Role Sugarcane Cultivator Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 NSQC Clearance on 18/06/2015 Job Role Role Description NSQF level Minimum Educational Qualifications Maximum Educational Qualifications Training (Suggested but not mandatory) Minimum Job Entry Age Experience Applicable National Occupational Standards (NOS) Performance Criteria Sugarcane Cultivator Also called as Sugarcane grower, Sugarcane farmer Procuring seed material, cultivating and harvesting the sugarcane crop at farm level and selling sugarcane 4 No entry barrier, 5 th standard passed preferable Not applicable Hands-on training Extension training and Krishi Vigyan Kendra training 17 Years Prior experience in cash crop cultivation for one season Compulsory: 1. AGR/N0207 Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation 2. AGR/N0208 Prepare and plant setts 3. AGR/N0108 Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops 4. AGR/N0109 Curb weed in field crops 5. AGR/N0110 Integrated pest and disease management in field crops 6. AGR/N0111 Irrigation management for field crops 7. AGR/N0209 Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation 8. AGR/N0210 Manage ratoon in Sugarcane cultivation 9. AGR/N9901Basic farm management 10. AGR/N9902 Assimilating market information 11. AGR/N9903 Maintain Health and safety at the workplace As described in the relevant OS units
Definitions Qualifications Pack For Sugarcane Cultivator Keywords /Terms Description Sector Sub-sector Occupation Function Sub-function Job role Occupational Standards (OS) Performance Criteria National Occupational Standards (OS) Qualifications Pack (QP) Unit Code Unit Title Description Scope Knowledge and Understanding Organisational Context Technical Knowledge Core Skills/ Generic Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar business and interests. It may also be defined as a distinct subset of the economy whose components share similar characteristics and interests. Sub-sector is derived from a further breakdown based on the characteristics and interests of its components. Occupation is a set of job roles, which perform similar/ related set of functions in an industry. Function is an activity necessary for achieving the key purpose of the sector, occupation, or an area of work, which can be carried out by a person or a group of persons. Functions are identified through functional analysis and form the basis of OS. Sub-functions are sub-activities essential to fulfil the achieving the objectives of the function. Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment opportunity in an organisation. OS specify the standards of performance an individual must achieve when carrying out a function in the workplace, together with the knowledge and understanding they need to meet that standard consistently. Occupational Standards are applicable both in the Indian and global contexts. Performance criteria are statements that together specify the standard of performance required when carrying out a task. NOS are occupational standards which apply uniquely in the Indian context. QP comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training and other criteria required to perform a job role. A QP is assigned a unique qualifications pack code. Unit code is a unique identifier for an Occupational Standard, which is denoted by an N Unit title gives a clear overall statement about what the incumbent should be able to do. Description gives a short summary of the unit content. This would be helpful to anyone searching on a database to verify that this is the appropriate OS they are looking for. Scope is a set of statements specifying the range of variables that an individual may have to deal with in carrying out the function which have a critical impact on quality of performance required. Knowledge and understanding are statements which together specify the technical, generic, professional and organisational specific knowledge that an individual needs in order to perform to the required standard. Organisational context includes the way the organisation is structured and how it operates, including the extent of operative knowledge managers have of their relevant areas of responsibility. Technical knowledge is the specific knowledge needed to accomplish specific designated responsibilities. Core skills or generic skills are a group of skills that are the key to learning 3
Acronyms Skills Keywords /Terms NOS NSQF QP AGR MIS IPM INM FYM Qualifications Pack For Sugarcane Cultivator and working in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment in today s world. These skills are typically needed in any work environment. In the context of the OS, these include communication related skills that are applicable to most job roles. Description National Occupational Standard(s) National Skills Qualifications Framework Qualifications Pack Agriculture Micro Irrigation System Integrated Pest Management Integrated Nutrient Management Farm Yard Manure 4
AGR/N0207 Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview This OS unit is about carrying out land preparation for sugarcane planting. 5
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0207 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N0207 Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation This OS unit is for preparing the land for sugarcane cultivation This unit/ task covers the following: Prepare the field for sugarcane cultivation Application of manures Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Preparing the field for sugarcane cultivation Application of manures Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. plough the field to bring soil to fine tilth PC2. level the field for ease of irrigation PC3. form ridges and furrows at appropriate depth and distance PC4. form drainage channels at appropriate depths and intervals To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC5. apply compost or filter press in appropriate quantities and at the right locations in the prepared fields PC6. prepare past crop residues in the correct proportions PC7. apply past crop residues at right quantities and levels PC8. maintain the past crop residues for the correct duration PC9. maintain the soil ph in appropriate level The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Writing skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. various machines that prepare the soil for sugarcane cultivation KB2. importance of land leveling as per different methods of irrigation KB3. various methods of land preparation and their influence on the soil tilth KB4. the depths and distances to be considered while forming the ridges and furrows KB5. advantages of the application of manures and past crop residues KB6. preparation of past crop residues KB7. application techniques of the manures and past crop residues KB8. soil ph values and their implications on soil chemistry 6
AGR/N0207 Generic Skills B. Professional Skills Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. document the effects of various manures and their properties Reading Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA2. read the latest land preparation techniques for sugarcane by accessing various mass media SA3. read the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA4. read relevant newspapers/booklets or utilize electronic media including internet by browsing sugarcane specific websites such as cane info Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA5. maintain effective working relationships SA6. communicate clearly and effectively with others like farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders Decision making The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB1. operate/use land preparation equipment like ploughs, cultivators, tractors and power tillers SB2. report potential areas of disruptions to work process to extension workers SB3. quantity of manure and other chemicals to apply to prepared field Plan and Organize The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB4. plan and organize crop nursery and field procedures starting from land preparation to harvesting SB5. organize meetings / demonstrations with Agricultural Departments whenever necessary Customer Centricity SB6. interact with co-workers in order to coordinate work processes during land preparation SB7. interact with extension workers to update on latest techniques of land preparation SB8. participate in exhibition/seminar/workshop Problem Solving The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to: SB9. improve work processes by right application of crop residues SB10. techniques to increase the quality of land prepared SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) Analytical Thinking SB12. monitor and maintain the material and equipment required for weed management SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking 7
AGR/N0207 Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation SB14. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB15. take up his own working and learning 8
AGR/N0207 Prepare land for Sugarcane cultivation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0207 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 9
AGR/N0208 Prepare and plant sett ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview This OS unit is about preparation, treatment and planting of the sugarcane setts
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0208 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N0208 Prepare sett and plant Prepare and plant sett This OS unit is about sett preparation, treatment and planting This unit/ task covers the following: identifying appropriate variety preparation of sett sett treatment sett planting Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Identifying appropriate variety Preparation of setts Sett treatment Sett planting Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. identify the appropriate variety of the sugarcane to be vegetatively propagated depending on the area of cultivation, resistance to smut, red rot, drought tolerance, yield, sucrose /fibre content, etc To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC2. take the seed material from young crop PC3. ascertain if the seed material is free from pests and other diseases PC4. ensure that the bud is not covered with too many dry scales PC5. ensure that appropriate number of budded setts are used PC6. prepare setts with appropriate instruments/machines PC7. soak setts in saturated lime water To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC8. ascertain healthy setts for planting PC9. prepare the sett treatment mixture with the appropriate chemicals and measurements PC10. soak the setts in appropriate mixture for the prescribed duration PC11. treat setts with appropriate methods like steam, heat therapy, etc for prescribed duration and temperature PC12. treat setts with appropriate chemicals and compounds like oreganomercurial compounds To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC13. ascertain the appropriate seed rate for planting the setts PC14. ascertain the planting system to be followed ridges and furrows, trench, flat system, etc depending on the terrain and the location of planting PC15. irrigate the prepared field with methods such as flood, micro irrigation surface-drip/sub-surface-drip/sprinkler etc PC16. place setts along appropriate location in the prepared land PC17. ascertain the correct number of setts to be placed PC18. prop the crop appropriately in the right time of cane growth The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work 11
AGR/N0208 Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Prepare and plant sett KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. cultivation duration of various varieties KB2. yield of the various varieties KB3. resistance and susceptibility to various pests and diseases KB4. behaviour of pests and diseases KB5. appropriate machines and equipment usage KB6. method of taking the right sett from short crop KB7. number of budded setts to be used KB8. duration of soaking setts KB9. properties of chemicals KB10. sett soaking duration KB11. sett treatment procedures KB12. seed rates KB13. distances for sett placement KB14. number of setts to be placed on prepared land KB15. sett planting systems KB16. depth and width corresponding to the sett planting system adopted Writing skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. read the latest land preparation techniques for sugarcane by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. get the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking Skills) The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders B. Professional Decision making 12
AGR/N0208 Skills Prepare and plant sett The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB1. report potential areas of disruptions to work process especially when treating and planting setts SB2. adoption of right sett treatment methodologies SB3. adoption of correct seed rate Plan and Organize The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB4. plant the setts correctly with the prescribed tools and equipment SB5. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labour rates Customer Centricity SB6. participate in crop exhibition/seminar/workshop SB7. attend refresher training SB8. make & use of exposure visits SB9. work with crop experts Problem Solving SB10. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB11. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB12. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking SB13. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB14. take up his own working and learning 13
AGR/N0208 Prepare and plant sett NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0208 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 14
AGR/N0108 Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview This unit is about dealing with soil fertility management to enhance the yield in production of field crops. 15
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0108 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops AGR/N0108 Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops This OS unit is about nutrient management for field crops This unit/ task covers the following: soil sampling and testing for macro and micro nutrient application of organic and inorganic fertilizers Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Soil sampling and testing Application of Organic and Inorganic Fertilizers Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. take sample as per the recommended sampling procedure from the field PC2. dry the soil and prepare samples as per procedure PC3. pack, label and submit to nearby soil testing laboratory for analysis PC4. collect the soil analysis report from the lab PC5. collect the recommended organic and inorganic fertilizer dosage from Agriculture Department based on the soil analysis report To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC6. ascertain the right organic and inorganic fertilizers to be applied PC7. prepare the fields appropriately for the fertilizer application PC8. mix the fertilizers in appropriate quantities PC9. apply the fertilizers in right dosage, time and intervals of crop growth The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. various procedures of soil sampling KB2. soil testing laboratories and various nutrients (macro and micro) that are analyzed KB3. components of soil analysis report KB4. recommendations based on the availability of various micro and KB5. macro nutrients in a given soil or crop sample KB6. soil types, their advantages and disadvantages with reference to the nutrient status KB7. based on the soil type, various methods of land preparation to 16
AGR/N0108 Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills B. Professional Skills Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops maintain soil tilth and nutrient status KB8. properties of various micro nutrients, organic and inorganic fertilizers KB9. appropriate methods of application KB10. appropriate times of application correct mix and dosages of applications Writing Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. the latest nutrient management techniques for field crops by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts Decision making The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB1. report potential areas of disruptions to work process SB2. quantity of chemicals to be applied Plan and Organize SB3. plan and organize crop cultivation practices SB4. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labour rates Customer Centricity SB5. participate in crop exhibition/seminar/workshop SB6. attend refresher training SB7. make & use of exposure visits SB8. work with crop experts Problem Solving SB9. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB10. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB11. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for 17
AGR/N0108 Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking SB13. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB14. take up his own working and learning 18
AGR/N0108 Macro and micro nutrient management for field crops NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0108 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 19
AGR/N0109 Curb weed in field crops ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview This unit is about weed control and management in field crops to increase healthy productivity of the crop 20
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0109 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N0109 Curb weed in field crops Curb weed in field crops This OS unit is for curbing weed in field crops This unit/ task covers the following: weed management Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Weed management Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. ascertain the type of weeds that will afflict the field crop PC2. regulate the chemicals during soil preparation so that the land does not become congenial to weeds PC3. plant appropriate intercrop varieties that will smother the weed growth PC4. use appropriate herbicides in the appropriate time PC5. use mechanical weeding equipments like hoes, where applicable The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. various weeds in fields and their effects on plant growth KB2. stages of weed competition with field crop KB3. positions along the field where the weeds are likely to grow KB4. stages of weed control KB5. herbicides and chemicals and their properties KB6. manual weeding techniques KB7. usage of weeding equipment like hoes, where applicable KB8. intercrop varieties based on the field layout and the cultivar Writing Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills 21
AGR/N0109 B. Professional Skills Curb weed in field crops The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. read the latest weed management techniques by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. get the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders Decision making The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB1. manage potential areas of disruptions to weeding process SB2. quantity of herbicides and chemicals to be applied Plan and Organize SB3. plan and organize crop cultivation practices SB4. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labour rates Customer Centricity The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB5. interact with co workers in order to co ordinate work processes in the case of manual weeding SB6. interact with extension workers to update on latest techniques and knowledge on herbicides and chemicals Problem Solving SB7. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB8. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB9. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking SB10. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB11. take up his own working and learning 22
AGR/N0109 Curb weed in field crops NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0109 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 23
AGR/N0110 Integrated pest and disease management in field crop ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview This unit is about dealing with integrated insect, pest and disease management in field crops 24
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0110 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Integrated pest and disease management in field crops AGR/N0110 Integrated pest and disease management in field crops This OS unit is about managing pest and diseases in field crops This unit/ task covers the following: identification of pests adopt pest control methods identification of diseases preventive and curative methods Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Identification of pests Adopting pest control methods Identification of diseases Preventive and curative methods Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. identify the various pests for the field crops PC2. identify the stage of crop growth when the pests attack PC3. identify the part of the crop where the specific pests will attack PC4. identify and document the pest behaviour To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC5. prepare a pest calendar with all pest characteristics for field crop PC6. document the preventive measures for the pests PC7. adopt direct pest control methods PC8. adopt promotion of natural enemies to the various pests that can control the same naturally To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC9. identify the various diseases for the field crops PC10. identify the stage of crop when it is vulnerable to disease PC11. identify the part on the crop where the specific disease will occur PC12. identify the symptoms for the diseases PC13. identify the mode of disease transfer To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC14. ascertain the appropriate integrated pest management techniques like trash mulching, de-trashing, egg destruction, bund freeing, water draining, usage of bio-control agents, etc PC15. use appropriate pest and disease management chemicals in right quantities PC16. use pest and disease resistant varieties PC17. practice preventive techniques like pheromone traps, light traps, bird perches, sticky traps, etc. according to the cultivar The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and 25
AGR/N0110 processes) B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills B. Professiona l Skills Integrated pest and disease management in field crops the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. importance of safe production and safe produce KB2. appropriate field crop growing conditions KB3. major pests and diseases and their behaviour KB4. operations that have an impact on pest incidence and need to be taken up while land preparation and sowing (such as stubble clearing, resistant varieties, seed and seedling treatment etc) KB5. advantages and methods of soil application such as whorl, white chalk powder, tachinid paste, etc KB6. methods and procedures of preparing various biopestcides (neem seed kernel extract, cow dung urine solution, Panchagavya) KB7. record keeping system for pest and disease management KB8. handling tools and equipment for pest and disease management KB9. National and International standards on pesticide residues Writing Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. read the latest pest and disease management techniques for field crops by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. get the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts Decision making The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB1. report potential areas of disruptions to work process SB2. quantity of pesticides and insecticides to be applied SB3. recommended chemicals for pest and disease action Plan and Organize SB4. plan and organize crop cultivation practices SB5. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labor rates Customer Centricity The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how: to SB6. interact with co workers in order to co ordinate work processes 26
AGR/N0110 Integrated pest and disease management in field crops SB7. interact with extension workers to update on latest techniques of pest and disease management SB8. work with crop experts Problem Solving SB9. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB10. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB11. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking SB12. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB13. take up his own working and learning 27
AGR/N0110 Integrated pest and disease management in field crops NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0110 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 28
AGR/N0111 Irrigation management for field crops ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview This unit is about dealing with irrigation management forfield crop 29
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0111 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N0111 Irrigation management for field crops Irrigation management for field crops This OS unit is about managing irrigation in field crops This unit/ task covers the following: irrigation management Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Irrigation management Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. ascertain the right amount of water required based on the physiological need of the crops, soil moisture and climate of the place of cultivation PC2. ascertain the right amount of water for the field crops in various stages of critical growth PC3. use appropriate micro irrigation systems wherever possible and applicable PC4. avoid excessive watering The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. interaction affects of the soil type, level of the land and water availability on the crop growth and its yield KB2. timing and method of irrigation appropriate for the field crop and soil conditions KB3. micro irrigation systems such as drip, sprinkler KB4. quantity of water required according to the stages of growth KB5. optimum water level to be maintained to avoid excessive watering and seepage losses Writing Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills 30
AGR/N0111 B. Profession al Skills Irrigation management for field crops The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. read the latest irrigation management techniques for field crops by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. get the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts Decision Making SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work SB2. identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative action following field procedures SB3. Follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles Plan and Organize SB4. plan and organize crop cultivation practices SB5. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labour rates Customer Centricity SB6. participate in crop exhibition/seminar/workshop SB7. attend refresher training SB8. make & use of exposure visits SB9. work with crop experts Problem Solving SB10. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB11. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB12. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking 31
AGR/N0111 Irrigation management for field crops SB13. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB14. take up his own working and learning 32
AGR/N0111 Irrigation management for field crops NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0111 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 33
AGR/N0209 Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview: This OS is about harvest and post harvest management in sugarcane cultivation 34
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0209 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation AGR/N0209 Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation This OS unit is about harvest and post harvest management for sugarcane This unit/ task covers the following: Pre harvesting Harvesting, post harvesting and storage Market the produce Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Pre harvesting Harvesting, post harvesting and storage Marketing the produce Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. apply cane ripeners PC2. assess the of maturity of the cane crop either calculating the time expected for harvest or by using appropriate methods to judge the maturity PC3. judge age of crop To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC4. harvest the crop at the appropriate stage using appropriate tools PC5. harvest crop using manual/mechanical techniques PC6. dry the harvested produce to remove moisture PC7. maintain ideal storage conditions PC8. manage storage pests To be competent, the individual must be able to: PC9. identify the right market for sale of produce PC10. analyze the right time for sale considering the periodical demand for the produce PC11. coordinate and negotiate with procurement assistant of the buyer for best price The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. properties of cane ripeners KB2. cane crop maturity assessment KB3. ideal stage of harvesting KB4. methods to avoid cane crop loss during the harvesting KB5. techniques to dry harvested sugarcanes KB6. various methods of storage and their influence on the sugar recovery 35
AGR/N0209 Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills B. Professional Skills KB7. Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation various methods of storage and their cost dynamics Writing skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. the latest harvest and post harvest techniques for sugarcane by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts Decision making The individual on the job needs to know and understand: SB1. usage of appropriate cane ripening chemical SB2. the maturity of the cane Plan and Organize SB3. plan and organize crop cultivation practices SB4. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labor rates Customer Centricity SB5. participate in crop exhibition/seminar/workshop SB6. attend refresher training SB7. make & use of exposure visits SB8. work with crop experts Problem Solving SB9. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB10. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB11. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. 36
AGR/N0209 Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation Critical Thinking SB12. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation, experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action SB13. take up his own working and learning 37
AGR/N0209 Manage harvest and post harvest in Sugarcane cultivation NOS Version Control NOS Code AGR/N0209 Credits (NSQF) TBD Version number 1.0 Sector Agriculture and Allied Drafted on 25/02/14 Sub Sector Agriculture Crop Last reviewed on Production 14/06/17 Occupation Field Crop Cultivation Next review date (Cash crop) 14/06/21 38
AGR/N0210 Manage ratoon in Sugarcane cultivation ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ---------- Overview: This OS is about ratoon management in sugarcane crop 39
National Occupational Standard AGR/N0210 Unit Code Unit Title (Task) Description Scope AGR/N0210 Manage ratoon in sugarcane cultivation Manage ratoon in Sugarcane cultivation This OS unit is for ratoon management for sugarcane This unit/ task covers the following: ratoon management Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope Element Ratoon management Knowledge and Understanding (K) A. Organizational Context (Knowledge of the company / organization and its processes) Performance Criteria To be competent, the user/ individual must be able to: PC1. carry out ratooning within a week after the harvest of the cane crops PC2. use appropriate ratoon operations like gap filling, stubble shaving and off barring PC3. perform trash mulching after ratooning PC4. use appropriate herbicides after ratooning PC5. trash composting for the ratoon crops PC6. irrigate appropriately for the ratoon crops PC7. use appropriate nutrient management techniques for the ratoon crop PC8. use newly developed equipment like ratooner, ratoon manager, trash shredder etc. The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand: KA1. relevant legislation, standards, policies, and procedures in work KA2. relevant health and safety requirements applicable in the work environment KA3. own job role and responsibilities and sources for information pertaining to work KA4. who to approach for support in order to obtain work related information, clarifications and support KA5. importance of following health, hygiene, safety and quality standards and the impact of not following the standards on consumers and the business KA6. documentation and related procedures applicable in the context of work B. Technical Knowledge Skills (S) A. Core Skills/ Generic Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: KB1. rationing timing KB2. ratoon operations like gap filling, stubble shaving, etc KB3. post rationing treatments KB4. usage of herbicides and micro nutrients for the ratoons KB5. irrigation techniques for ratoon crops KB6. nutrient management techniques for ratoon crops Writing Skills The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to N.A Reading Skills 40
AGR/N0210 B. Professional Skills Manage ratoon in Sugarcane cultivation The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SA1. read the latest ratoon management techniques for sugarcane by reading the newspapers and magazines SA2. get the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and product information sheets SA3. read relevant newspapers/booklets Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills) SA4. maintain effective working relationships with neighbouring farmers SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like co-farmers, concerned officer/stakeholders SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning SA7. seek advice from senior people and experts Decision making The individual on the job needs to know and understand: how to SB1. report potential areas of disruptions to work process SB2. rationing technique SB3. herbicides to use after rationing SB4. nutrients to be used after rationing Plan and Organize SB5. plan and organize crop cultivation practices SB6. organize farmers during land preparation & transplantation at situation of labor and water scarcity to avoid spiraling labor rates Customer Centricity SB7. participate in crop exhibition/seminar/workshop SB8. attend refresher training SB9. make & use of exposure visits SB10. work with crop experts Problem Solving SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and adopt an optimum /best possible solution(s) SB12. identify appropriate solutions to resolve delays various problems in the field and take necessary steps to solve the problem Analytical Thinking SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for land preparation and transplantation / direct sowing. Critical Thinking 41