Future Farrming Papa Taiao Earthcare
This year we are excited to start Papa Taiao Earthcare’s Future Farming Programme in Mohua/Golden Bay! This course mixes innovative new practices with important skills for farming.
Future Farming is made for Year 11 to 13 ākonga (students) who thrive in a practical learning environment. Every week there will be visits to farmers, contractors and food lovers in the community.
What you will learn:
• Soil science
• Water management
• Basic chainsaw skills
• Pest plant management
• Mammalian pest management
• Forestry
• Apiculture
• Fencing
• High value food production in the Bay
On completion of this course you will be able to:
Open and close beehives under close supervision.
Open and draw out a coil of wire, tie knots, join wire, and prepare wire for transport and storage.
Note: Some unit standards may change. Final information on the standards specific to your course will be available prior to starting your programme.
Key Details
9am to 2.30pm Fridays
Golden Bay / Mohua
Training Pathways
- NZ Certificate in Apiculture (Level 2 & Level 3 & Level 4)
- Kaitiaki Whenua – Trainee Ranger
- NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Skills (Level 2)
- NZ Certificate in Primary Industry Operational Skills (Level 3)
- NZ Certificate in Agriculture (Level 3)
- NZ Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3)
- NZ Certificate in Pest Operations – Urban Pest Control (Level 3)
- NZ Certificate in Conservation (Operations)(Level 4)
Employment Opportunities
Employment opportunities
- Agriculture or Horticulture Farmer
- Trainee Ranger (Kaitiaki Whenua)
- Predator Control Contractor
- Fencing Contractor
- Forestry Worker
- Beekeeper
- Food and Fibre Future Scientist
Would you like to apply?
