Crop Science
Small Grains: Wheat, Oats, Barley, and Rye
This project is suggested for youth in grades 5 – 12. Level 1 and 2 members can study plant variety and selection, display stages of plant development, test seed germination and methods of seeding, learn about seasonal pests and determine pesticide hazards. Level 3 and 4 members can take soil samples, learn to recognize diseases, pests, and weeds, study production costs and market prices, learn about necessary nutrients and determine field acreages.
It may take three years to complete a level. You must complete a minimum of seven activities and five learning experiences each year to complete this project.
Projects to learn
This project is self-paced to learn at your own pace. There are no “levels” in this project and you can re-enroll as often as you would like.
Materials you'll need
M You Decide, 5314
L Helping Them Decide, 5315
M Small Grains, MJ0110
Non-Animal Record Books
A Project/Financial Journal is needed for each non-animal related project. Project journals need to contain the name of the project, the year these records were kept, and a leader/parent signature. All sections of the journal need to be completed. If nothing was done in an area or section of a record sheet, the word “none” or something similar should be written.
Careers in Crop Science
If you are wanting to explore careers in crop science, below are some of the potential routes you can take. 4-H members interested in going to college can also visit the 4-H foundation website for scholarships in their county or reservation.
