High Performance Plant "Diets": Optimizing Plant Nutrition for Plant Yield, Human Health and a Sustainable Environment

A hands-on learning experience for grade 11 students, learners will determine which fertilizer treatment is the most advantageous for growing a crop like lettuce and radish.

Materials for an activity where learners can explore conditions affecting plant. Learners can explore differences in fertilizer type, rates and amounts while growing lettuce and radishes in the classroom.

Agriculture 11 learning experience resource provides:

  • lesson plan with curriculum connections to Agriculture 11, background information, guiding questions and a list of online resources
  • supplies for growing lettuce and radishes
  • staff support to answer questions.

Eligibility

High school Agriculture 11 teachers in Nova Scotia public schools can apply.

How to apply

  1. Determine if the Agriculture 11 resource is a good fit for your classroom.
  2. Complete the application form.
  3. The Department of Agriculture will review all applications.
  4. Teachers will be contacted and sent the resources.

How long it takes

In most cases, teachers will be notified within 10 days of receipt of application. Teachers will be provided with the lesson plan and an approximate date for delivery of supplies by email.

Cost

There is no cost to participate in this program.

Before you apply

Make sure your school principal is aware of your intention to apply to the program and supports your participation.

Apply online

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Other ways to apply

If you are unable to apply online, contact the Agricultural Education office at 902-893-6575 or

Contact Information

Agricultural Education Office
74 Research Dr.
Bible Hill, NS B6L 2R2

Phone: 902-893-6575
Email: