C3. Plant Growth Management

Core Ideas within this competency:

Nutrient Application

Nutrient Cycles

Nutrient & Waste Management

Nutrient Management, Pollution, and Checks

Nutrient Plan

Signs of Nutrient Deficiencies

Sources of Nutrients

Composting

Fertilizer Calculations

Fertilizer Labels

Aquaponics and Hydroponics

Intro/Basics of Hydroponics

Specialized Chemicals

Plant Care

pH

Soil Drainage

Storing Soil Mixtures

Types of Growing Media

Soil Profiling & Analysis

Soil Test and Analysis

Soil Surveys

Water Cycle

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