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Revision Agricultural Science Primary 5 Week 11 First Term Lesson Notes / Plans

Class: Agricultural Science

Grade: Primary 5

Duration: 45 minutes

Objective: To introduce and explain post-harvest activities, focusing on sorting, grading, and storage.

Materials:

  • Samples of harvested crops
  • Sorting and grading tools (baskets, scales)
  • Storage containers (silos, bins)
  • Whiteboard and markers

Introduction (5 minutes): Discuss the importance of post-harvest activities in agriculture. Emphasize that what happens after harvesting affects the quality and value of the crops.

Step 1: Definition and Importance (10 minutes): Define post-harvest activities, highlighting sorting, grading, and storage. Discuss why these activities are crucial for preserving crops and maintaining their market value.

Step 2: Sorting (15 minutes): Explain the process of sorting, where harvested crops are separated based on size, color, and quality. Demonstrate how to use tools like baskets and conveyor belts for efficient sorting.

Step 3: Grading (10 minutes): Introduce the concept of grading, emphasizing the classification of crops into different quality categories. Discuss how grading influences pricing and market demand.

Step 4: Storage (10 minutes): Discuss various storage methods such as silos, bins, and warehouses. Explain the importance of proper storage in preserving the quality of harvested crops and preventing spoilage.

Teacher’s Role:

  • Facilitate discussions on the significance of post-harvest activities.
  • Demonstrate sorting and grading techniques.
  • Emphasize the impact of storage on crop quality.

Assessment: Evaluate students based on their participation in discussions, understanding of sorting and grading processes, and their ability to explain the importance of proper storage.

Conclusion (5 minutes): Summarize key points about sorting, grading, and storage. Reinforce the idea that post-harvest activities contribute to food quality and availability.

Homework or Assignment (5 minutes): Assign a task where students research and create a simple plan for post-harvest activities for a specific crop. Encourage them to consider sorting, grading, and storage methods

Homework

  1. Post-harvest activities in agriculture focus on activities that occur __________ harvesting. a) Before b) During c) After
  2. Sorting involves separating harvested crops based on __________ factors. a) Color and quality b) Type and price c) Shape and weight
  3. Grading is the process of classifying crops into different __________ categories. a) Color b) Quality c) Quantity
  4. The main purpose of sorting is to enhance the __________ of harvested crops. a) Quantity b) Quality c) Variety
  5. Grading influences the __________ of crops in the market. a) Color b) Quality c) Size
  6. Sorting is done using tools such as __________ to separate crops based on specific criteria. a) Hoes b) Baskets c) Plows
  7. Proper grading contributes to fair __________ of crops in the market. a) Packaging b) Pricing c) Promotion
  8. One of the factors considered in grading is the __________ of harvested crops. a) Type b) Texture c) Quantity
  9. Sorting helps eliminate damaged or __________ crops from the harvested batch. a) High-quality b) Inferior c) Uniform
  10. Storage methods such as silos and bins are used to prevent __________ of harvested crops. a) Sorting b) Spoilage c) Grading
  11. The __________ of crops can be affected if proper post-harvest activities are not carried out. a) Quality b) Quantity c) Size
  12. One benefit of sorting is that it helps create a more __________ appearance for harvested crops. a) Uniform b) Random c) Disorganized
  13. Grading is important for meeting market __________ and consumer preferences. a) Expectations b) Exports c) Efforts
  14. Storage methods play a crucial role in preserving the __________ of harvested crops. a) Quantity b) Quality c) Price
  15. During sorting, crops are often separated into different __________ based on specific characteristics. a) Sections b) Sizes c) species
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