D2. Natural Resource Stewardship

Core Ideas within this competency:

AFNR Legislation

Ignorance of the law is not an excuse. 

Animal Performance

Evaluate how environmental conditions can impact the reproduction rates and health of domesticated livestock and farm animals.

Animal Populations

Identify animal populations that are impacted by environmental conditions.

Conservation vs. Preservation

Conservation is the prevention of wasteful use of a resource.

Cultural Implications of Biotechnology

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Historical Implications of Biotechnology

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Social Implications of Biotechnology

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Sustainability

Sustainability seeks to sustain farmers, resources, and communities by promoting farming practices and methods that are profitable, environmentally sound and good for communities.

Sustainable Practices

Sustainable agriculture practices help to meet the food needs of today without sacrificing the ability of future generations to produce the food that they need.

Traditional vs. Sustainable

Management practices make a big impact on the sustainability of agricultural endeavors.

Forestry

The study of forests and their management.

PCC D Competency List

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