Applied Agroforestry

Forestry

Gain an understanding of different tree species available for various purposes on New Zealand farms and how these trees can fulfil multiple roles in the farm system.

NZ$1,257

inc GST

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(15 Credits)


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Knowledge of tree species and applications

Show your knowledge and understanding of tree species and their uses and applications in a New Zealand farming context.

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Tree management principles

Explain the factors impacting the planning, establishment, growth, maintenance, management and harvesting of tree species.

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Legal and economic factors in agroforestry

Outline your understanding of the legal and economic factors associated with tree species and their application to New Zealand agriculture.

What You're Signing Up For

Applied Agroforestry provides an understanding of tree species options for New Zealand farms, focusing on how tree species can be used for different functions within farm systems. The course covers aspects of tree selection, planning, establishment, growth, management, and harvesting, alongside legal and economic considerations for integrating trees into agricultural practices.

Course Content

  • Identification of tree species for various farm-based purposes
  • Functions of trees within farm systems
  • Planning and establishment of tree species
  • Factors affecting growth, maintenance, and management of trees
  • Harvesting considerations for trees in agriculture
  • Legal and economic factors relating to tree use in New Zealand agriculture

What you need to know first

PLSC-104 Plant Science I

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What sort of industry will this job lead to

  • Forestry

  • Agriculture

  • Natural Resources

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Future employment opportunities might be

  • Farm forestry advisor

  • Primary industry consultant

  • Resource management roles