METHODS OF WEED CONTROL
SUBJECT: AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE – METHODS OF WEED CONTROL
TERM: THIRD TERM
WEEK: WEEK 12
CLASS: PRIMARY 4
DURATION: 40 MINUTES
TOPIC: METHODS OF WEED CONTROL
UNITS:
- Cultural method
- Biological method
- Chemical method
- Mechanical method
PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES
At the end of this Module, Pupils should be able to know the various methods of controlling weed:
- Cultural method
- Biological method
- Chemical method
- Mechanical method
TEACHING AND LEARNING MATERIALS
- Whiteboard/ Chalkboard
- Explanatory posters/pictures
- Explanatory videos
- Weeds
TEACHING AND LEARNING METHOD
- Explanation
- Discussion
- Questions and Answers.
REFERENCE MATERIALS
- Universal Basic Education Curriculum.
- NERDC Basic Education Curriculum for Primary Schools.
- Online Materials.
- Lagos State Agricultural Science Scheme of Work
- Agricultural Science for Primary Schools.
MODULE CONTENT
METHODS OF WEED CONTROL
As humans, we need to know various ways of controlling weeds.
Weeds can be controlled by using the following methods
- Cultural method of Weed Control: making use ofClose planting can be used when planting crops to reduce the growth of weed. Planting of cover crop is used to control weeds because they cover every available space.so that there won’t be space for the weed to grow. Mulching can also be used to prevent light from getting to weed seeds and prevents growth.
- Biological method of weed control: by releasing bio agent like insect, nematode, fungi, or bacteria to a weed-infested area and allowing the agent to attack the weeds. Also the use of animals.
- Mechanical method of Weed Control: it can be accomplished through hand pulling, hoeing, digging or mowing
- Chemical method of weed control: by using herbicides, like glyphosate to eliminate common weed plants.
PRESENTATION
- The Teacher revises the previous lesson.
- The Teacher introduces the topic.
- The Teacher explains the lessons.
EVALUATIVE ACTIVITIES
- Mention three methods of controlling weeds
CONCLUSION: the teacher summarize the lesson.
