UPMSP High School Agriculture study plan

Distinguish cereal, pulse, and oilseed crops grown in Uttar Pradesh and list two major varieties of each

Explain rabi, kharif, and zaid seasons with two example crops per season and their sowing-to-harvest windows

Describe the role of agriculture in India's economy and Uttar Pradesh's share in foodgrain production using approximate figures

Outline the package of practices for wheat and paddy: land preparation, seed rate, spacing, and nutrient doses

Define the main branches of agriculture and give one example of a related field such as agronomy, horticulture, or animal husbandry

Compare the agronomic requirements of at least four pulse crops and four oilseed crops grown in Uttar Pradesh

Describe soil formation factors and classify soils of Uttar Pradesh by texture and region

Explain soil physical properties such as texture, structure, porosity, and bulk density and how each affects crop growth

Summarize soil chemical properties including pH, electrical conductivity, and cation exchange capacity with their crop implications

Identify the main causes of soil erosion in the state and match three conservation measures to them

Classify manures and fertilizers by source, nutrient content, and mode of action

Calculate fertilizer doses for a given crop area using straight and complex fertilizers

Describe the role of the major and micronutrients in plant growth and list deficiency symptoms for at least five

Explain soil fertility evaluation methods including soil testing and the meaning of soil test values

Outline integrated nutrient management and the principles of organic farming relevant to Uttar Pradesh

Identify major insect pests of cereals, pulses, and vegetables with damage symptoms and control measures

Describe common plant diseases by causal organism, symptom, and management practice

Classify weeds and explain the principles of weed control including herbicide use and safety

Explain integrated pest management components and how to sequence them in a crop season

Outline horticultural practices for at least three fruit crops and three vegetable crops suited to Uttar Pradesh

Describe floriculture crops and post-harvest handling of fruits and vegetables

Explain irrigation scheduling methods and the water requirements of major crops

Describe irrigation methods including surface, sprinkler, and drip with their suitability and efficiency

Outline drainage, waterlogging, and groundwater recharge issues in Uttar Pradesh

Identify primary and secondary tillage implements and state the purpose of each

Describe sowing, planting, and intercultural implements and explain their field capacity and calibration basics

Explain the working of a sprayer and the safety checks before use

Describe cattle and buffalo breeds common in Uttar Pradesh with their production characteristics

Outline feeding practices, ration formulation basics, and common animal diseases with prevention

Explain dairy management, milk handling, and clean milk production practices

Describe poultry rearing systems, breeds, and basic housing and feeding requirements

Explain agricultural marketing channels, price mechanisms, and the role of regulated markets and cooperatives

Describe extension education methods and the role of the village level worker and demonstration

Outline seed selection criteria, seed testing, and germination percentage calculation

Describe farm record keeping types and prepare a simple income and expenditure statement

Demonstrate farm operation sequencing for one complete crop cycle

Revisit pest management and nutrient management topics using timed practice questions and correct errors

Revise all eleven domains using a weighted question set matching exam proportions

Complete two full-length timed mock tests and analyse errors by domain

Revisit weak areas identified in mocks and rewrite summary notes for them

Recite key figures, definitions, and formulas from memory without notes