Crop Production (Primary 5- Civic Education Lesson Note: First Term, Week One)

Lesson Plan for Primary Five (First Term)

Subject: Agricultural Science
Class: Primary 5
Week of the First Term: 1st Week
Topic: Crop Production
Sub-Topic: Define Crop Production (ii) Different Types of Crops

Instructional Objectives

At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

1. Define crop production clearly.
2. Identify and classify different types of crops.
3. Explain the importance of different crops in daily life.

Entry Behaviour

Pupils should already have basic knowledge of plants and their uses from previous classes.

Instructional Materials

1. Textbook
2. Visual aids showing different types of crops
3. Flashcards with images of various crops

Reference Materials

Aikipitanyi, H., et al. (2023). Basic Agricultural Science for Primary Schools Book 5. Accessible Publishers Ltd, Ibadan.

Youdeowei, A., Fadipe, L., Diokpa, C., & Balarabe, D. (2017). Learn Basic Agriculture Primary School Book 5. West African Book Publishers Ltd, Lagos.

Content

Definition of Crop Production:

Crop production refers to the process of growing plants for food, fiber, fuel, or other uses. It involves preparing the soil, planting seeds, caring for the crops as they grow, and harvesting them when they are ready. Farmers use different methods and tools to ensure that crops grow healthy and produce a good yield.

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Different Types of Crops:

1. Food Crops:
   These are crops grown primarily for human consumption. They provide essential nutrients and are a major source of food.
   • Examples: Rice, maize (corn), wheat, potatoes, yams, and beans.
2. Cash Crops:
   Cash crops are grown mainly to be sold for profit. These crops are not always used for food but are often used to make products.
   • Examples: Cocoa, cotton, coffee, sugarcane, and tobacco.
3. Fibre Crops:
   These crops are grown for their fibers, which are used to make textiles, ropes, and other materials.
   • Examples: Cotton, flax, jute, and hemp.
4. Oil Crops:
   Oil crops are grown for the oil that can be extracted from their seeds or fruits. These oils are used in cooking, industrial products, and cosmetics.
   • Examples: Palm oil, sunflower, groundnut (peanut), and soybean.
5. Cereal Crops:
   Cereal crops are grasses grown for their edible grains. These grains are a major part of diets worldwide.
   • Examples: Rice, wheat, barley, maize (corn), and oats.
6. Vegetable Crops:
   Vegetables are grown for their edible parts, such as leaves, stems, roots, or flowers, which are consumed by humans.
   • Examples: Tomatoes, spinach, carrots, cabbage, and lettuce.
7. Fruit Crops:
   Fruit crops are grown for their sweet, fleshy fruits, which are eaten raw or processed into juices, jams, or other products.
   • Examples: Mangoes, oranges, bananas, apples, and pineapples.
8. Legume Crops:
   Legumes are grown for their seeds, which are rich in protein. They also help improve soil fertility by fixing nitrogen from the air into the soil.
   • Examples: Beans, peas, lentils, and groundnuts (peanuts).

Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)

Step 1: Introduction

Lesson Presentation (Step-by-Step Procedure)

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