Greenhouse/Garden Crop Harvest
Competency C4. Develop and implement a plant management plan for crop and pest management.
Description
Planning is key when going to harvest produce. Make sure to monitor the development of the fruit through the watering system. Researching the different fruits and vegetables that you decide to plant will help you determine when the fruit is ripe. Different types of crops that could be harvested are fruits and vegetables, seeds, and flowers. You will need various tools to help weed and maintain the plants through the growing season. Follow the planting schedule to know when the produce should be done. Have a cart or a tray handy to move the produce that has been picked.
Resources
- Harvesting and Handling (Texas A&M Extension)
- Post Harvest Handling Presentation PDF (Iowa State Extension)
- Growing Guides (Territorial Seed Company)
- How to tell when your fruits and vegetables are ready to harvest video (GrowVeg.com)
Teaching Methods
Lecture Discussion, Demonstration, Field Trip, Resource People, Supervised Study