What does this skill involve?
Activities may include but are not limited to:
- Touring the farm checking crop health
- Applying appropriate practices to correct nutrient deficiency
- Monitor soil nutrient status over a period of time
- Recommend effective solutions to nutrient deficiency
- Capacity building of farmers on management of nutrient deficiency
Skill levels
Level 2 - Assist
Recognises the common symptoms of mineral deficiency based on the appearance of plants and the distribution of symptoms within the field.
Level 3 - Apply
Notices nutrient deficiency in crops through observed unusual symptoms of mineral deficiency. Corrects the nutrient deficiency through the application of appropriate products.
Level 4 - Enable
Assesses the cause of nutrient deficiency and takes action to correct the deficiency where possible. Provides capacity building to others to understand crop nutrient deficiency.
Level 5 - Ensure, Advise
Monitors soil nutrient deficiency over a period of years and spots patterns so that action can be taken to rectify the cause of the deficiencies. Manages crop nutrition on the farm.
Level 6 - Initiate, Influence
Leads the production of communication materials for a wide audience to encourage effective nutrient management.
Courses related to this skill
View All
VerifiedAgriculture science: Soil science and plant nutrition
by Alison - Empower YourselfThis course is designed to help you achieve optimal productivity by introducing you to best farming practices for high-quality crops. Seed planting methods and crop management forms a part of this course. You will also learn the characteristics and properties of soil and what practices contribute to fertile soil along with the necessary control measures for pests and weeds.
Online, Self-study 
3 hours 
English VerifiedFarming business foundation
by UdemyThis course teaches you how to start a farming business and to finance farm operations. It also includes discussions on energy-efficient use of fertilizer and other nutrients in farming, provides you with tips for successful farming; from crop selection to harvesting and the ways Africa can raise farm productivity and boost growth.
Online, Self-study 3 hours 30 minutes English VerifiedShort course programme: Crop establishment, crop nutrition, crop protection, crop harvesting and crop storage
by AGCO Future FarmFuture Farm short online course teaches basic agronomy and farm business management. This course consists of 5 modules.Each module teaches a different topic. To establish a a successful cropping system, you must understand soil. You will learn about soil texture, soil quality and how to manage soil.To maximise your yield, it is important to have a good understanding of the science behind feeding plants. You will also be exploring the process of crop harvesting, the factors influencing post-harvest quality of crops and the use of optimum post-harvest storage environments.
Online, Self-study Self-paced English
Other related skills
View AllAgriculture Chemical Management
Managing and using chemicals used in agriculture.
Crops Crop Pests and Diseases Management
Managing and controlling pests and diseases for short and long term management actions.
Crops Cropping Systems
Planning a cropping regime that provides a regular workflow, income and keeps the soil healthy and productive.
Crops Fertiliser Management
The procurement, control, storage, handling and application of fertilisers so as to provide an economically appropriate environment for crop production.
Crops Irrigation and Water Management
Managing and applying water management technologies to enhance soil productivity and conserve natural resources.
Crops Managing Machinery
Managing, planning and using farm equipment to perform the job at the right time on the farm.
Crops Nutrient Deficiency Management
Recognising and controlling crop nutrient deficiencies.
Crops Phytosanitation
Preventing the introduction of plant pests and diseases into new areas.
Crops Post-Harvest Management
Managing produce, during and after harvesting, to prevent any form of damage, spoilage and loss.
Crops 
Receive updates about the skills framework
We'll only send you updates about the Skills Framework once per month, and you can opt out at any time.