### Lesson Plan: Husbandry of Selected Crops II
#### Subject
Agricultural Science
#### Grade Level
Senior Secondary 1 (SS1)
#### Duration
1 hour
#### Topic
Husbandry of Selected Crops II
#### Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:
1. Identify selected crops studied in Husbandry II.
2. Describe the cultivation practices for each selected crop.
3. Understand the pest and disease management for these crops.
4. Discuss the harvesting and post-harvest practices for the selected crops.
#### Materials Needed
1. Chalkboard/Whiteboard
2. Markers/Chalk
3. Projector and PowerPoint Presentation (if available)
4. Handouts of summary notes
5. Samples or images of selected crops
6. Video clips of cultivation practices (optional)
7. Internet access (optional)
#### Lesson Structure
1. **Introduction (10 minutes)**
- Greet the students and take roll call.
- Introduce the topic: Husbandry of Selected Crops II.
- Briefly recap the previous lesson on crop husbandry and ask students to share what they remember.
- State the objectives of today’s lesson.
2. **Lesson Development (40 minutes)**
- **Identification of Selected Crops (10 minutes)**
- Present the selected crops for this lesson (e.g., maize, rice, yam, tomato).
- Show real samples or images of these crops.
- Briefly describe each crop and its importance in agriculture.
- **Cultivation Practices (10 minutes)**
- Explain the steps involved in cultivating each selected crop:
- Land preparation
- Planting methods
- Irrigation practices
- Soil fertility management
- Use a PowerPoint presentation or handouts to provide visuals.
- **Pest and Disease Management (10 minutes)**
- Discuss common pests and diseases that affect each crop.
- Explain methods of control, including chemical, biological, and cultural practices.
- Share any region-specific pest management practices if relevant.
- **Harvesting and Post-Harvest Practices (10 minutes)**
- Describe the harvesting techniques for each crop—manual/ mechanized methods.
- Discuss post-harvest handling, storage, and transportation to prevent loss and maintain quality.
- Show a short video clip (optional) of harvesting practices.
3. **Conclusion (10 minutes)**
- Recap the main points discussed during the lesson.
- Invite questions from the students and address any doubts or clarifications.
- Assign a brief homework task: Write a one-page report on the cultivation practices of one selected crop of their choice.
- Discuss the importance of correct husbandry practices in maximizing crop yield and quality.
4. **Assessment**
- Through a Q&A session during the lesson to check understanding.
- Review of the written homework reports.
#### Homework
- Write a one-page report on the cultivation practices of one selected crop out of maize, rice, yam, or tomato.
#### Additional Notes
- Encourage students to use school library resources or credible websites to research their homework assignments.
- For students with limited access to resources, provide additional printed materials.
#### Follow-Up
- Next lesson: More on crop rotation and intercropping in husbandry to enhance soil fertility and crop yield.
This lesson plan is designed to provide comprehensive coverage of essential aspects of crop husbandry, ensuring students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical insights.