QUALIFICATIONS PACK - OCCUPATIONAL STANDARDS FOR AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED
INDUSTRY
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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
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1. Introduction and Contact
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2. Qualificaiton Pack
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3. Glossary of Key Terms
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4. OS Units
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5. Nomenclature for QP and NOS
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Introduction
Qualifications Pack
Pack- Neera Technician
SECTOR: AGRICULTURE AND ALLIED
SUB-SECTOR
SECTOR:Agriculture Crop Production
OCCUPATION: Plantation Crop Cultivation
REFERENCE ID: AGR/Q0505
ALIGNED TO: NCO-2004/NIL
Neera technician – The person has a responsibility to work in coconut gardens as
Neera tapper and apprises farmers on coconut crop management. He is basically
involved in climbing palms, tapping primary Neera from coconut inflorescence,
primary Neera processing, handling of fresh Neera and transporting to processing
centres. He also ap
apprises
prises coconut farmers on primary Neera processing and coconut
cultivation practices including pest and disease management.
Brief Job description – The person has to manually climb coconut palms. He has to
identify the inflorescence and prepare it for tap
tapping
ping by beating it with right force and
rhythm. He performs this twice in a day for two weeks. He has to cut the tip of the
inflorescence, wrap it up, apply clay and place a can for Neera to flow into it. He has
to perform this activity twice a day. He has to store this Neera under suitable
temperature and hygienic environment, in order to prevent any microbial
contamination. He should be able to handle freshly harvested Neera, have
knowledge about transportation fo Neera to processing centres and primary
processing of Neera and Neera based products. He also clean the crown of the
coconut palms. He should be able to identify the type of pests and diseases of
coconut and apprise and help farmers to adopt Integrated pests and disease
management practices. He will look into various aspects of coconut crop
management and should be able to apprise farmers regarding needed improvement.
Personal Attri
ttributes: The job requires individual to have: manual
ual & finger dexterity, good eye
sight attention
tion to details, physical, metals & mechanical ability,
ty, hand
h
steadiness & stamina to
Qualifications Pack For Neera Technician
AGR / Q0505
Qualifications Pack Code
Job Role
Neera Technician
Credits NSQF
TBD
Version number
1.0
Industry
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
Job Role
Role Description
NSQF level
Minimum Educational Qualifications
Maximum Educational Qualifications
Training
Experience
Applicable National Occupational
Standards (NOS)
Neera Technician
(Neera tapper, Coconut palm care taker)
The person has a responsibility to work in coconut gardens as
Neera tapper and as advisor on coconut crop management. He is
basically involved in climbing palms, tapping primary Neera from
coconut inflorescence, primary Neera processing, handling of
fresh Neera and transporting to processing centres. He also advice
coconut farmers on primary Neera processing and coconut
cultivation practices including pest and disease management.
3
No entry barrier 5th Standard passed preferable
Not applicable
Not Mandatory
Prefereable with a background of coconut cultivation or palm
climbing, but not mandatory
Compulsory:
1. AGR / N 0523 –Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
2. AGR / N 0524 – Preparation and tapping of coconut
inflorescence
3. AGR / N 0525 – Collection & handling of Neera and primary
Neera processing
4. AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut
cultivation
5. AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and Disease Management in
Coconut cultivation
6. AGR / N 0519 – Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm
Cultivation
7. AGR/N9903 Health and safety at the workplace
Optional:
Not Applicable
Performance Criteria
As described in the relevant OS units
Qualifications Pack For Neera Technician
Keywords /Terms
Definitions
Sector
Sub-sector
Occupation
Function
Job Role
Operational
Standard (OS)
Performance
Criteria
National
Occupational
Standard (NOS)
Qualifications Pack
Code
Qualifications Pack
Unit Code
Unit Title
Description
Knowledge and
Understanding
Organizational
Context
Technical
Knowledge
Description
Sector is a conglomeration of different business operations having similar businesses
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 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.
Job role defines a unique set of functions that together form a unique employment
opportunity in an organization.
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.
Qualifications Pack Code is a unique reference code that identifies a qualifications
pack.
Qualifications Pack comprises the set of OS, together with the educational, training
and other criteria required to perform a job role. A Qualifications Pack is assigned a
unique qualification 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.
Knowledge and Understanding are statements which together specify the technical,
generic, professional and organizational specific knowledge that an individual needs
in order to perform to the required standard.
Organizational Context includes the way the organization 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.
Qualifications Pack For Neera Technician
Core Skills or
Generic Skills
Vertical
Cultivar
Seed Material
Tilth
FYM
INM
Fertigation
Acronyms
Keywords /Terms
OJT
Core Skills or Generic Skills are a group of skills that are key to learning and working
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.
Vertical may exist within a sub-sector representing different domain areas or the
client industries served by the industry
Is Cultivated Variety. To propagate true-to-type clones, many cultivars must be
propagated vegetatively through cuttings, grafting, and even tissue culture.
Propagation by seed usually produces something different than the parent plant.
Sexually or vegetatively propagated planting materials which are used for seeding
and planting.
Physical condition of soil, especially in relation to its suitability for planting or
growing a crop.
Farm Yard Manure. Farmyard manure refers to the decomposed mixture of dung
and urine of farm animals along with litter and left over material from roughages or
fodder fed to the cattle.
Integrated Nutrient Management is a practice where all sources of nutrients namely
organic, inorganic (chemical fertilizer), Biofertilizer can be combined and applied to
soils so that crop growth is enhanced and we can get good yield with quality
product.
Fertigation is the application of fertilizers, soil amendments, or other water soluble
products through an irrigation system.
Description
On Job Training
OS
Occupational Standards
NOS
National Occupation Standard
NVEQF
National Vocational Education and Qualification Framework
Agr
Agriculture
MIS
Micro Irrigation System
IPM
Integrated Pest Management
INM
Integrated Nutrient Management
FYM
Farm Yard Manure
AGR/ N 0523 Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
National Occupational
Standard
AGR/ N 0523 Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
Overview
This unit deals with climbing coconut palms using ropes and husks.
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR / N 0523
Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
This OS is for a Neera Technician who has a responsibility to manually climb coconut
palms using ropes and husks.
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
•
Learning the art of tying husks on to the palms using ropes
Practice climbing on palms
First aid and other safety measures
Social security and Thrift management
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Learning the art of
tying husks on to the
palms using ropes
Practice climbing on
palms
Fitness, First aid and
other safety
measures
Social security and
thrift management
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. identify the right kind of ropes and husks which can be used for climbing
PC2. master the skill of tying husks on to the rope, in such a way that the rope/husk
does not slip or break when a person steps on it
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC3. develop skills to climb palms of height up to 15 feet on 1st day
PC4. develop skills to climb palms of height up to 25 feet on 2nd day
PC5. develop skills to climb palms of height up to 35 feet on 3rd day
PC6. develop skills to climb palms of height up to 40 feet on 4th day
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC7. treat wounds, injuries, bees and wasp attacks, fractures etc
PC8. perform yoga, breathing exercises, free hand exercises
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC9. get acquainted with health/medical/life insurance envisaged for neera
technician
PC10. learn banking aspects such as how to start a savings account, systematic
savings and investment
AGR/ N 0523 Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
PC11. perform basic accounting and Book keeping
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Agro-climatic
Condition
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. various climatic parameters such as maximum and minimum temperatures,
intensity and distribution of precipitation (rainfall), relative humidity etc.,
KA2. pest and diseases specific to a given agro climatic region, the life cycles of these
pests and diseases and the sources of infection
B. Characteristics of
cultivars
C. Legal aspects
regarding Neera
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. morphological character of varieties
KB2. yield of the variety
KB3. resistance and susceptibility to various pests and diseases
KB4. distinguish varieties as per neera yield
KB5. general concept about hybridization of dwarf * tall
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. excise rules of different states and its restrictions on sweet toddy
KC2. excise rules and regulations regarding neera
KC3. procedure followed in marking of palms for tapping neera
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Writing Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut plantation
through proper communication
SA2. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures, pamphlets, and
product information sheets
SA3. daily diary writing regarding their work
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4.
SA5.
SA6.
SA7.
B. Professional Skills
maintain effective relationships with farmers & extension workers etc
communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
understand information and grasp its meaning
seek advice from senior people, extension workers & experts
Decision Making
AGR/ N 0523 Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
SB3.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following workplace procedures
follow basic arithmetic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. plan and organize experience sharing occations amoung fellow workers
SB5. organize meeting of farmer/neera technician groups if necessary
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
SB7. make use of exposure visits
SB8. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers, farmer and farmer groups
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
Theindividual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. identify creative / innovative solutions to resolve delays in case of emergencies
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for
preparation and tapping of neera
Critical Thinking
Theindividual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
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
AGR/ N 0523 Coconut palm climbing using ropes and husks
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N 0523
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantion Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR/ N 0524
Preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with the preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence.
AGR/ N 0524
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
Preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence
AGR / N 0524
Preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence
This OS is for a Neera technician who has a responsibility to identify the right
inflorescence, set it up for tapping and tap Neera from it.
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
identification of right inflorescence for tapping
preparation of coconut inflorescence for neera production
cutting of coconut inflorescence
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Identification of right
inflorescence
Beating of coconut
inflorescence
Cutting of coconut
inflorescence
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. acquire scientific knowledge of coconut inflorescence
PC2. identify the growth and maturity stage of an inflorescence by its appearance
PC3. clean the inflorescence with disinfectant, to get rid off any micro-organisms.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC4. tying the inflorescence with strings at different segments.
PC5. use stick to beat the inflorescence with right force and rhythm in order to
stimulate formation of neera
PC6. rub the inflorescence from its bottom to the tip in order for neera to rise up to
its tip
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC7. cut the tip of the inflorescence
PC8. apply clay on the exposed part inflorescence and tie it with coconut leaf,
inorder to prevent neera from flowing down.
PC9. place a can, which contains anti-fermenting solution, below the inflorescence
so that neera gets collected.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Technical aspects
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. importance of disinfectant, clay, and anti-fermenting solution during the
preparation of inflorescence of neera
KA2. precautions to be taken while using tools for tapping
AGR/ N 0524
Preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence
KA3. handling and maintanence of the cutting knife.
KA4. importance of personal hygiene and first aid
KA5. importance of beating and rubbing of inflorescence
B. Financial benefits
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
C. Neera production
KA6. advantages of improving the quality and quantity of neera tapped
KA7. potential income which can be achieved with respect to the quality and
quantity of neera
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. sensitivity of neera to the surrounding environment
KC2. statutory procedures for neera production
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in neera production and
processing through proper communication
SA2. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures and pamphlets
SA3. read the hazards of use and contamination written on the labels of
disinfectants.
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA4. maintain effective relationships with farmers, extension workers and experts
SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA6. understand information and grasp its meaning
SA7. seek advice from seniors and experts
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following various procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SB4.
plan and organize experience sharing occations amoung fellow workers
AGR/ N 0524
Preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence
SB5.
organize meeting of farmer/neera technician groups if necessary
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
SB7. attend refresher training
SB8. make use of exposure visit
SB9. work with coconut/neera experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB10. manage relationships with fellow workers, farmers, experts and technicians
SB11. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB12. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB13. identify creative / innovative solutions to resolve delays especially in the case
of emergencies
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB14. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for
climbing and tapping
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB15. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action
SB16. take up his own working and learning
AGR/ N 0524
Preparation and tapping of coconut inflorescence
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N 0524
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantion Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR / N 0525 – Collection & handling of Neera and primary Neera processing
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with collection, handling of Neera and primary Neera processing.
AGR / N 0525 – Collection & handling of Neera and primary Neera processing
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR / N 0525
Collection & handling of Neera and primary Neera processing
This OS is for a Neera technician who has a responsibility to collect Neera from the
coconut inflorescence, handle and store it in a suitable temperature and under
hygienic environment.
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
Collection of Neera
Handling of Neera
Storing and primary processing of Neera
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Collection of
Neera
Handling of Neera
Storing and primary
processing of Neera
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. clean and prepare tapping tools, collection boxes before and after tapping
PC2. apply anti-fermenting solution each time the can is placed, under the
inflorescence, for neera collection
PC3. measure the quantity and quality of neera using different measuring
instruments such as measuring cans and ph meter
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC4. maintain neera in an appropriate temperature and hygiene environment i.e in
ice boxes, while transporting it to the processing plant.
PC5. choose means for transportation, say by trucks/lorries / rail wagons for distant
markets based on the requirement and cost dynamics involved
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC6. store neera without any microbial contamination till it is sent for processing.
PC7. decide on storage at ambient temperature and ice boxed at low temperature
or sale based on the prevailing market rates across the markets and the cost of
storage
PC8. primary processing of neera and neera based products.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Technical aspects
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. importance of personal hygiene and first aid.
KA2. precautions to be taken while handling neera
KA3. advantages of grading/purpose of use (at the time of collection) in the price
determination
KA4. working principle of ph meter
KA5. technology available for production and preservation of neera
AGR / N 0525 – Collection & handling of Neera and primary Neera processing
B. Storage
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
C. Financial aspects
KB1. use various methods of storage of neera and its influence on the quality,
processing and on the health on the consumer
KB2. take up various methods of storage and their cost dynamics
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. advantages and challenges of various latest developments (both institutional
and technical) on the keeping quality and revenue.
KC2. value added products form neera and its income generation potential
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1.
update about the latest technologies used in neera production and processing
through proper communication
SA2. read the hazards of use and contamination written on the labels of chemicals
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA3.
B. Professional Skills
maintain effective relationships with neighbour farmers, extension workers and
experts
SA4. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA5. understand information and grasp its meaning
SA6. seek advice from seniors and experts
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
SB3.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following workplace procedures
follow basic arithmetic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. plan and organize experience sharing occations amoung fellow workers
SB5. organize meeting of farmer/neera technician groups if necessary
WorkshopCentricity
AGR / N 0525 – Collection & handling of Neera and primary Neera processing
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6.
SB7.
SB8.
participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
make use of exposure visit
work with coconut/neera experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with labourers
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for
collection and storage of Neera
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
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
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N0525
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantion Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is deals with Integrated Nutrient Management of coconut palms
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR / N 0517
Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut palm Cultivation
This OS is about taking care of coconut palms at various stages of their growth by the
application of fertilizers.
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
•
Soil Sampling
Testing for macro and micro nutrient analysis
Application of Organic and Inorganic Fertilisers
Weed Management
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Soil Sampling
Testing For Macro
And Micro Nutrient
Analysis
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.1 take soil sample as per the recommended sampling procedure from the field
PC.2 dry the soil and prepare samples as per procedure
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.3 pack, label and submit to nearby soil testing laboratory for analysis
PC.4 collect the soil analysis report from the lab
PC.5 collect the recommended organic and inorganic fertilizer dosage from
agriculture department based on the soil analysis report.
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
Application of
Organic and Inorganic
Fertilizers
PC.6 regular manuring from the first year of planting is essential to achieve higher
productivity.
PC.7 apply the manure to the soil as per recommended dosage and procedure
PC.8 ascertain green manure/ eco-friendly botanicals/biofertliser that can be
applied
PC.9 adopt various cultural practices that enhances the soil nutrient status for the
benefit of coconut crop stand
PC.10 apply fertilisers for macro and micro nutrients as per the recommended
dosage, timing, placement locations and method of application
Weed Management
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC.11 take up weed control as per recommendation
PC.12 remove rogue infected plant/ plant parts
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Soil Sampling and
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
Testing
B. Soil Type and
Nutrient Status
C. Procedures of
fertilizer / micro
nutrient
application
D. Weed
Management
KA1. importance of soil testing & judicious use of fertilizers
KA2. various procedures of soil sampling
KA3. soil testing laboratories and various nutrients (macro and micro) that are
analysed
KA4. soil analysis report
KA5. recommendations based on the availability of various micro and macro
nutrients in a given soil or crop sample
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. soil types, their advantages and disadvantages in the light of coconut
cultivation with reference to the nutrient status
KB2. based on the soil type, various methods of land preparation to maintain soil
tilth
KB3. various farm machinery available and their utility to maintain soil tilth and
health
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KC1. role of fertilizer at various growth stages of coconut
KC2. knowledge of various organic and inorganic fertilizers relevant to coconut
KC3. appropriate methods of application of various fertilizers and micro nutrients
KC4. timing in a day and location of the application
KC5. time of application of fertilizers / nutrient in the crop life cycle
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KD1. interaction affects of the soil type, level of the land and water availability on
the crop growth and its yield
KD2. different types of weeds and procedure to control those
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut plantation by
reading the newspaper and magazines
SA2. keep abreast with the latest knowledge by reading brochures and pamphlets
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA3. maintain effective relationships with neighbouring farmers, extension workers
and experts
SA4. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA5. co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures
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.
SB2.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventative
action following various procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
SB4. plan and organize nutrient management all through the crop production cycle
as per recommendations
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop
SB6. make use of exposure visit
SB7. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB8. manage relationships with labourers
SB9. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB10. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and take up an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB11. identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB12. monitor the growing coconut plant and maintain the condition of tools and
equipment required for nutrient management
AGR / N 0517 – Integrated Nutrient Management in Coconut cultivation
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
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
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N0517
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantion Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR / N 0518 - Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut Cultivation
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with Pests and Diseases management of coconut palms
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut cultivation
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
AGR / N 0518
Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut Cultivation
This OS is about identification of various pests and diseases which have affected
coconut palms and adoption of necessary control and prevention methods.
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
•
Identification of pests and understanding behaviour
Identification of diseases
Preventive and curative methods
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Performance Criteria
Identification of Pests To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
and Understanding
Behavior
PC1. identify the types of pests associated (rhinoceros beetle, black headed
caterpillar red palm weevil, termites, etc)
PC2. identify the stage of crop and pest incidence – pest calendar
PC3. identify the signs and symptoms of damage
PC4. identify the pest life cycle – estimate the duration
PC5. identify the natural enemies of the pests
Identification Of
Diseases
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC6.
PC7.
identify the types of diseases associated (bud rot, leaf rot, stem bleeding,etc.)
identify special problems in coconut palm (pencil point disorder, button
shedding, barren nuts etc.)
PC8. identify physiological disorders (lack of major nutrients/minor nutrients)
PC9. identify the crop stage and disease incidence – disease calendar
PC10. identify the signs and symptoms of different diseases
PC11. identify the mode of transmission of disease
Preventive And
Curative Methods
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC12. rejuvenation of existing garden by thinning of thickly populated gardens and
ensuring adequate manuring and irrigation
PC13. use of resistant varieties
PC14. take up seedling / planting material treatment
PC15. perform cutting and burning the severely affected portions of palms as a whole
which cannot be saved
PC16. remove affected tissues of crown
PC17. use various traps (light, pheromone etc)
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut cultivation
PC18. do pest and disease control
a. chemical approaches
b. non-chemical approaches
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Organizational
Context
B. Technical
Knowledge
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. effective working relationships and how to work effectively with others in the
garden
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1.
KB2.
KB3.
KB4.
KB5.
KB6.
KB7.
KB8.
KB9.
pest management through cultural practices
biological pest management
identification of insects and their damage symptoms
field sanitation and pest management
chemical pest management
handling and maintanence of plant protection machines
preparation of bordeaux paste and other bio-pesticides
training methods, their advantages & limitations
types of chemicals/natural pesticides available – causes and effects
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. keep records
SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel like extension worker,
agriculture officer etc in a timely manner
Reading Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA3. update oneself about the latest technologies used in pest and disease
management in coconut by reading the newspaper and magazines
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
B. Professional Skills
SA4. maintain effective relationships with farmers, extension workers and experts
SA5. co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures
SA6. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA7. understand information and grasp its meaning
SA8. seek advice from seniors and experts
Decision Making
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut cultivation
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1.
SB2.
make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventive
action following workplace procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic principles
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. plan and organize/implement timely Coconut pest and disease management
Workshop Centricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop.
SB6. attend refresher training
SB7. make use of exposure visit
SB8. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with fellow workers and farmers
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment required for
coconut pest management
SB14. monitor the coconut pests and diseases and maintain the plants in good
condition
SB15. maintain the records of stage of crop and pest / disease incidence and options
used.
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB16. apply, analyze, and evaluate the information gathered from observation,
experience, reasoning, or communication, as a guide to thought and action
AGR / N 0518 – Integrated Pest and Disease Management in Coconut cultivation
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR / N0518
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR / N 0519
Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm Cultivation
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with Optimal cultivation practices in coconut palm cultivation
AGR/N 0519 Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm Cultivation
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
AGR / N 0519
Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm Cultivation
This OS is about managing coconut gardens by performing optimal agricultural
practices
Scope
This unit/task covers the following:
• Irrigation management
• Inter-cropping and mixed cropping
• Organic farming
Performance Criteria (PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Irrigation Management
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the user / individual on the job must be able to:
PC1. use appropriate irrigation method and follow irrigation schedule based on
the availability of the resource, climate, age of plant and soil typeetc
PC2. adopt methods of precision farming (drip/basin irrigation)
PC3. use existing resource efficiently say fertigation etc
PC4. manage drought and practice soil moisture conservation by mulching with
coconut husks/leaves/coir pith or by burial of coconut husk or coir pith
Inter cropping and Mixed
Cropping
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC5. select crops that can be taken as inter/mixed crop based on the climatic
requirement of the inter/mixed crop, irrigation facilities and soil type,
market and price
PC6. consider the canopy size, age and spacing of the coconut at the time of
selection of inter/mixed crop
PC7. consider green crops and cover crops that may also be raised to increase
the organic matter content of the soil and to prevent soil erosion
PC8. consider taking multiple crops depending upon the suitability.
PC9. apply recommended quantityof water and manures and fertilizers to the
intercrops separately.
Organic Farming
To be competent, the individual on the job must be able to:
PC10. prune / remove of dry leave as per requirement and procedures
PC11. remove dead plants
PC12. do tillage
PC13. utilize recycled palm waste
AGR/N 0519 Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm Cultivation
PC14. apply organic manure
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Irrigation
Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. various methods of irrigation and resource use efficiency
KA2. timing and method of irrigation and drainage appropriate for a given soil
and climate type
B. Mixed/Inter/Multiple The individual on the job needs to know and understand:
cropping
KB1. understanding and knowledge of cultivation practices of crops which are
selected for mixed/inter/multiple cropping
KB2. knowledge of market suitability is required for selection of crops for
mixed/inter/multiple cropping
C. Other farm
The individual on the job needs to know and understand :
operations
KC1. various operations that have the potential to increase the yield and
decrease the incidence of pests and diseases
KC2. latest technological developments that has the potential to increase the
crop yield and resource use efficiency.
Skills (S) [Optional]
A. Core Skills/ Generic
Skills
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. update oneself about the latest technologies used in coconut irrigation
methods by reading the newspaper and magazines
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA2. maintain effective working relationships with farmers, extension workers &
experts
SA3. communicate clearly and effectively with various stakeholders
SA4. co-operate with others in accordance with required procedures
SA5. seek advice from seniors & experts
B. Professional Skills
Decision Making
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make decisions pertaining to the concerned area of work
SB2. identify problems that may arise in carrying out tasks and take preventive
action following workplace procedures
SB3. follow basic arithmetic and algebraic principles
AGR/N 0519 Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm Cultivation
Plan and Organize
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. plan and organize irrigation timely & in association with other farmers in
case of canal irrigation
SB5. use ideas in particular situations
WorkshopCentricity
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB6. participate in coconut exhibition/seminar/workshop/auction.
SB7. make use of exposure visit
SB8. work with coconut experts
Labour Management
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB9. manage relationships with labourers
SB10. build relationships and use human centric approach
Problem Solving
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB11. think through the problem, evaluate the possible solution(s) and suggest an
optimum /best possible solution(s)
SB12. identify creative & innovative solutions to resolve delays
Analytical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB13. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment
Critical Thinking
The individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
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
AGR/N 0519 Optimal cultivation practices in Coconut palm Cultivation
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
Industry
Industry Sub-sector
Occupation
AGR/N0519
TBD
Version number
1.0
Agriculture & Allied
Agriculture Crop
Production
Plantation Crop
Cultivation
Drafted on
21/10/14
Last reviewed on
17/11/14
Next review date
17/11/15
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
National Occupational
Standard
Overview
This unit is about dealing with health and safety of the farmers and co workers at
workplace
AGR/N9903
National Occupational Standard
Unit Code
Unit Title
(Task)
Description
Scope
Health & Safety at the work place
AGR/N9903
Health and safety at the workplace
This OS is for the cultivator who is responsible for maintaining health and
safety of self and others co workers at workplace
This unit/task covers the following:
•
•
maintain clean and efficient workplace
render appropriate emergency procedures
Performance Criteria(PC) w.r.t. the Scope
Element
Maintaining clean
and efficient
workplace
Render appropriate
emergency
procedures
Performance Criteria
To be competent, the individual must be able to:
PC1. undertake basic safety checks before operation of all machinery and
vehicles and hazards are reported to the appropriate supervisor
PC2. work for which protective clothing or equipment is required is identified
and the appropriate protective clothing or equipment is used in
performing these duties in accordance with workplace policy.
p
PC3. read and understand the hazards of use and contamination mentioned
on the labels of pesticides/fumigants etc
PC4. assess risks prior to performing manual handling jobs, and work
according to currently recommended safe practice.
PC5. use equipment and material
materialss safely and correctly and return the same
to designated storage when not in use
PC6. dispose of waste safely and correctly in a designated area
PC7. recognise risks to bystanders and take action to reduce risk associated
with jobs in the workplace
PC8. perform your work in a manner which minimizes environmental damage
all procedures and work instructions for contro
controlling
lling risk are followed
closely
PC9. report any accidents, incidents or problems without delay to an
appropriate person and take necessary immediate action to reduce
further danger
To be competent, the individual must be able to:
PC10. follow procedures for dealing with accidents, fires and emergencies,
including communicating location and directions to emergency.
PC11. follow emerg
emergency procedures to company standard / workplace
requirements
PC12. use emergency
mergency equipment in accordance with manufacturers'
specificat
specifications and workplace requirements
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
PC13. provide treatment appropriate to the patient's injuries in accordance
with recognized first aid techniques
PC14. recover (if practical), clean, inspect/test, refurbish, replace and store the
first aid equipment as appropriate
PC15. report details of first aid administered in accordance with workplace
procedures.
Knowledge and Understanding (K)
A. Maintain clean
and efficient
workplace
B. Render
appropriate
emergency
procedures
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KA1. personal hygiene and fitness requirements
KA2. your general duties under the relevant health and safety legislation
KA3. what personal protective equipment and clothing should
shou be worn and
how it is cared for
KA4. the correct and safe way to use materials and equipment required for
your work
KA5. the importance of good housekeeping in the workplace
KA6. safe disposal methods for waste
KA7. methods for minimizing environmental damage during work
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand:
KB1. the risks to health and safety and the measures to be taken to control
those risks in your area of work
KB2. workplace procedures and requirements for the treatment of workplace
injuries/illnesses.
KB3. basic emergency first aid procedure
KB4. local emergency services
KB5. why accidents, incidents and problems should be reported and the
appropriate action to take
Skills (S)
A. Core Skills/
Generic Skills
Writing Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA1. mention the data which are required for record keeping purpose
SA2. report problems to the appropriate personnel in a timely manner
SA3. write descriptions and details about incidents in reports
Reading and Comprehension Skills
The user/ individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SA4. read instruction manual for hand tool and equipments
Oral Communication (Listening and Speaking skills)
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
AGR/N9903 Health & Safety at the work place
B. Professional Skills
SA5. communicate clearly and effectively with others like farmers, concerned
officer/stakeholders
SA6. comprehends information shared by senior people and experts
Decision Making
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB1. make decisions pertaining to types of tools to be used
SB2. identify need of first aid and render it accordingly
Plan and Organize
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB3. schedule daily activities and drawing up priorities; allocate start times,
estimation of completion times and materials, equipment and assistance
required for completion.
Human Centricity
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB4. manage relationships with co
co-workers
workers and managers of the who may be
stressed, frustrated, confused or angry
Analytical Thinking
The user/individual on the job needs to know and understand how to:
SB5. monitor and maintain the condition of tools and equipment
SB6. assess situation & identify appropriate control measures
NOS Version Control
NOS Code
Credits NSQF
AGR/N9903
TBD
Version number
1.0
Industry
Agriculture & Allied
Drafted on
25/02/14
Industry Sub-sector
Agriculture crop
production
Last reviewed on
24/03/14
Next review date
24/09/14
Annexure
Nomenclature for QP and NOS
Qualifications Pack
9 characters
[ABC]/ Q 0101
[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]
QP number (2 numbers)
Q denoting Qualifications Pack
Occupation (2 numbers)
Occupational Standard
An example of NOS with ‘N’
9 characters
[ABC] /N0101
[Insert 3 letter codes for SSC]
N denoting National Occupational Standard
QP number (2 numbers)
Occupation (2 numbers)
Sub-sector
sector
Range of Occupation
numbers
Agriculture Crop Production
01 – 40
Agriculture Allied Activities
41 – 70
Agriculture related industries
71 – 90
Generic Occupation (Common NOS)
96 - 99
Sequence
Description
Example
Three letters
Industry name
AGR
Slash
/
/
Next letter
Whether QP or NOS
Q
Next two numbers
Occupation code
1
Next two numbers
OS number
1
Note:
•
•
The range of occupation numbers have been decided based on the number of existing and
future occupations in a segment
Occupation numbers from 91 – 95 have been intentionally left blank to accommodate any
emerging segment in future.
CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT OF TRAINEES
Job Role
Qualification Pack
Sector Skill Council
Neera Technician
AGR / Q 0505
Agriculture
Guidelines for Assessment:
1. Criteria for assessment for each Qualification Pack will be created by the Sector Skill Council. Each
Performance Criteria (PC) will be assigned marks proportional to its importance in NOS. SSC will also lay
down proportion of marks for Theory and Skills Practical for each PC.
2. The assessment for the theory part will be based on knowledge bank of questions created by the SSC.
SS
3. Individual assessment agencies will create unique question papers for theory part for each candidate at
each examination/training center (as per assessment criteria below)
4. Individual assessment agencies will create unique evaulations for skill practical
ctical for every student at each
examination/training center based on this criteria
5. To pass the Qualification Pack , every trainee should score a minimum of 60% in every NOS
6. In case of successfully passing only certain number of NOS's, the trainee iiss eligible to take subsequent
assessment on the balance NOS's to pass the Qualification Pack.
7. The marks are allocated PC wise, however, every NOS will carry a weightage in the total marks allocated
to the specific QP.
Marks Allocation
NOSs
1. AGR / N
0523 – Coconut
palm climbing
using ropes and
husks
Element
Learning the art
of tying husks on
to the palms
using ropes
Practice climbing
on palms
Fitness, First aid
and other safety
measures
Social security
and thrift
management
PCs
Total
Mark
(600)
Out
Of
Theory
Skills
Practical
Identify the right kind of ropes and husks which
PC.1
can be used for climbing
10
6
4
PC2. Master the skill of tying husks on to the rope, in
such a way that the rope/husk does not slip or break
when a person steps on it
10
4
6
PC.3
Develop skills to climb palms of height up to 15
st
feet on 1 day
5
0
5
5
0
5
5
0
5
5
0
5
10
4
6
5
0
5
10
6
4
15
6
9
PC.4
Develop skills to climb palms of height up to 25
nd
feet on 2 day
PC.5 Develop skills to climb palms of height up to 35
feet on 3rd day
PC.6 Develop skills to climb palms of height up to 40
feet on 4th day
PC.7
Treat wounds, injuries, bees and wasp attacks,
fractures etc
PC.8
Perform Yoga, breathing exercises, free hand
exercises
PC.9 Get acquainted with Health/Medical/life insurance
envisaged for Neera technician
PC.10 Learn Banking aspects such as how to start a
100
savings account, systematic savings and investment
PC.11 Perform basic accounting and Book keeping
20
8
100
2. AGR / N
0524 –
Preparation and
tapping of
coconut
inflorescence
Identification of
right
inflorescence
Beating of
coconut
inflorescence
Cutting of
coconut
inflorescence
3. AGR / N
0525 –
Collection &
handling of
Neera and
primary Neera
processing
PC.1 Acquire scientific knowledge of coconut
inflorescence
34
12
66
20
12
8
10
4
6
10
4
6
15
6
9
10
4
6
PC.6 Rub the inflorescence from its bottom to the tip in
order for Neera to rise up to its tip
10
4
6
PC.7 Cut the tip of the inflorescence
10
4
6
PC.2 Identify the growth and maturity stage of an
inflorescence by its appearance
PC3. Clean the inflorescence with disinfectant, to get rid
off any micro
micro-organisms.
PC.4 Tying the inflorescence with strings at different
segments.
PC.5 Use stick to beat the inflorescence with right force
and rhythm in order to stimulate formation of Neera
100
PC.8 Apply clay on the exposed part inflorescence and
tie it with coconut leaf, inorder to prevent Neera from
flowing down.
PC.9 Place a can, which contains anti
anti-fermenting
solution, below the inflorescence so that Neera gets
collected.
10
PC1. Clean and prepare tapping tools, collection boxes
before and after tapping
10
5
0
5
100
38
62
15
6
9
10
5
5
15
6
9
10
5
5
5
2
3
10
5
5
15
6
9
Collection of
Neera
Handling of Neera
Storing and
primary
processing of
Neera
PC2. Apply anti
anti-fermenting solution each time the can is
placed, under the inflorescence, for Neera collection
PC3. Measure the quantity and quality of Neera using
different measuring instruments such as measuring cans
and pH meter
PC4. Maintain Neera in an appropriate temperature and
hygiene environment i.e in ice boxes, while transporting
it to the processing plant.
PC5. Choose means for transportation, say by
trucks/lorries / rail wagons for distant markets based on
the requirement and cost dynamics involved
PC6. Store Neera without any microbial contamination
till it is sent for processing.
PC7.
7. Decide on storage at ambient temperature and ice
boxed at low temperature or sale based on the
100
prevailing market rates across the markets and the cost
of storage
PC8. Primary processing of Neera and Neera based
products.
4. AGR / N
0517 Integrated
Nutrient
Management in
Coconut Palm
cultivation
Soil Sampling
PC.1
Take soil sample as per the recommended
sampling procedure from the field
PC.2
Dry the soil and prepare samples as per
procedure
PC.3 Pack, label and submit to nearby soil testing
laboratory for analysis
Testing For Macro
And Micro
Nutrient Analysis
Application of
Organic and
Inorganic
Fertilizers
Weed
Management
5. AGR / N
0518 Integrated Pest
and Disease
Management in
Coconut
cultivation
PC.4 Collect the soil analysis report from the lab
PC.5 Collect the recommended organic and inorganic
fertilizer dosage from Agriculture Department based on
the soil analysis report.
PC.6 Regular manuring from the first year of planting is
essential to achieve higher productivity.
PC.7 Apply the manure to the soil as per
recommended dosage and procedure
PC.8 Ascertain Green manure/ eco-friendly
botanicals/biofertliser that can be applied
PC.9 Adopt various cultural practices that enhances the
soil nutrient status for the benefit of Coconut crop stand
PC.10 Apply fertilisers for macro and micro nutrients as
per the recommended dosage, timing, placement
locations and method of application
PC.11 Take up Weed control as per recommendation
PC.12 Remove rogue infected plant/ plant parts
Identification Of
Diseases
PC2.
Identify the stage of crop and pest incidence –
pest calendar
PC3.
Identify the signs and symptoms of damage
PC4.
Identify the pest life cycle – estimate the
duration
PC5.
Identify the natural enemies of the
pests (naids/dragon flies, trichogramma, mirid bug, lady
bird beetles, spiders, preying mantids etc)
PC6.
Identify the types of diseases associated (Bud
Rot, Leaf Rot, Stem Bleeding,etc.)
PC7.
Identify special problems in coconut palm
10
10
100
45
55
15
6
9
10
4
6
2
1
1
1
1
0
4
4
0
10
5
5
10
5
5
10
5
5
8
2
6
15
6
9
10
3
7
5
0
5
100
42
58
10
5
5
4
1
3
5
2
3
5
5
0
5
2
3
10
5
5
5
2
3
100
PC1.
Identify the types of pests associated
(Rhinoceros beetle, Black headed caterpillar Red palm
weevil, termites, etc)
Identification Of
Pests And
Understanding
Behavior
20
100
(pencil point disorder, button shedding, barren nuts etc.)
PC8.
Identify physiological disorders (lack of major
nutrients/minor nutrients)
PC9.
Identify the crop stage and disease incidence –
disease calendar
PC10. Identify the signs and symptoms of different
diseases
Preventive And
Curative Methods
6. AGR / N
0519 - Optimal
cultivation
practices in
coconut palm
cultivation
5
2
3
4
1
3
5
2
3
PC.11 Identify the mode of transmission of disease
4
2
2
PC12.
Rejuvenation of existing garden by thinning of
thickly populated gardens and ensuring adequate
manuring and irrigation
2
0
2
PC13.
Use of resistant varieties
5
5
0
PC14.
Take up seedling / planting material treatment
5
2
3
PC15.
Perform cutting and burning the severely
affected portions of palms as a whole which cannot be
saved
2
0
2
PC16.
Remove affected tissues of crown
2
1
1
PC17.
Use various traps (light, pheromone etc)
2
1
1
PC18.
Do Pest and disease control
a. Chemical approaches
10
5
5
b. Non
Non-chemical approaches
10
5
5
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52
15
6
9
10
4
6
8
4
4
5
2
3
10
10
0
5
5
0
8
4
4
5
5
0
10
4
6
4
2
2
PC1. Use appropriate Irrigation Method and follow
irrigation schedule based on the availability of the
resource, climate, age of plant and soil typeetc
Irrigation
Management
Inter cropping
and Mixed
Cropping
Organic Farming
PC2. Adopt methods of precision farming (Drip/ Basin
Irrigation)
PC3. Use of existing resource efficiently say use
fertigation
PC4. Manage Drought and practice soil moisture
conservation by mulching with coconut
husks/leaves/coir pith or by burial of coconut husk or
coir pith
PC5. Select crops that can be taken as inter/mixed
crop based on the climatic requirement of the
inter/mixed crop, irrigation facilities and soil type,
market and price
PC6. Consider the canopy size, age and spacing of the
coconut at the time of selection of inter/mixed crop
PC7. Consider Green crops and Cover Crops that may
also be raised to increase the organic matter content of
the soil and to prevent soil erosion
PC8. Consider taking Multiple crops depending upon
the suitability.
PC9. Apply recommended quantity of water and
manures and fertilizers to the intercrops separately.
PC10. Prune / remove of dry leave as per requirement
and procedures
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7.
AGR/N9903Health & Safety
at the work
place
PC11.
Remove dead plants
2
0
2
PC12.
Do tillage
10
4
6
PC13.
Utilize recycled palm waste
4
2
2
PC14.
Apply organic manure
4
2
2
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54
46
15
6
9
6
3
3
10
5
5
5
5
0
10
4
6
5
0
5
5
2
3
10
4
6
4
4
0
5
5
0
5
5
0
5
2
3
5
2
3
5
5
0
5
5
0
100
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PC1. undertake basic safety checks before operation of
all machinery and vehicles and hazards are reported to
the appropriate supervisor
Maintaining clean
and efficient
workplace
Render
appropriate
emergency
procedures
PC2. work for which protective clothing or equipment is
required is identified and the appropriate protective
clothing or equipment is used in performing these duties
in accordance with workplace policy.
PC3. read and understand the hazards of use and
contamination mentioned on the labels of
pesticides/fumigants etc
PC4. assess risks prior to performing manual handling
jobs, and work according to currently recommended
safe practice.
PC5. use equipment and materials safely and correctly
and return the same to designated storage when not in
use
PC6. dispose of waste safely and correctly in a
designated area
PC7. recognise risks to bystanders and take action to
reduce risk associated with jobs in the workplace
PC8. perform your work in a manner which minimizes
environmental damage all procedures and work
instructions for controlling risk are followed closely
PC9. report any accidents, incidents or problems without
delay to an appropriate person and take necessary
immediate action to reduce further danger
PC10.
follow procedures for dealing with accidents,
fires and emergencies, including communicating location
and directions to emergency.
PC11.
follow emergency procedures to company
standard / workplace requirements
PC12.
use emergency equipment in accordance with
manufacturers' specifications and workplace
requirements
PC13.
provide treatment appropriate to the patient's
injuries in accordance with recognized first aid
techniques
PC14.
recover (if practical), clean, inspect/test,
refurbish, replace and store the first aid equipment as
appropriate
PC15. report details of first aid administered in
accordance with workplace procedures.
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