Republic of the Philippines

Department of Education
REGION IX, ZAMBOANGA PENINSULA
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF ZAMBOANGA DEL SUR
Provincial Government Center, Dao, Pagadian City
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ACTIVITY SHEETS IN AGRICULTURAL CROP PRODUCTION NC I

Quarter 1 Week 1
SY 2021-2022

Name: ________________________________ Grade & Section: __________ Date: _______

TITLE:
Types and Selection of Materials, Tools and Equipment Appropriate To Nursery Work &
Routine Check-Up of Tools and Equipment

BACKGROUND FOR THE LEARNERS:

Farm or agricultural tools consist of all the instruments used in nursery works for the
purpose of aiding the farmer in every activity he is going to do in his nursery or farm. Some are
simple hand tools which are often manually used on small areas, while others are large
agricultural machines utilized on much bigger farmlands.
For carrying out day-to-day routine cultural operations in the nursery, various tools,
implements and accessories are required. Some tools are simple and are used for simple
operations, whereas for carrying out specific operations, special types of equipment are required.
Tools for land preparation and other basic works
Kudali: It is a simple but important tool used for digging of soil, pits or any basic digging work
prior to preparation of nursery beds. It has a metal (iron) blade attached to a wooden handle. It is
operated manually.
Garden fork: Garden fork is used for breaking of soil clods and separation of medium size soil
during preparation of nursery bed or fields.
Weeding fork: It loosens the soil and helps in weeding also. It consists of a long handle with a
blade of handle teeth. It is drawn manually with the help of handle to collect the weeds and cops
of plants etc.
Crow bar: It is an iron rod with one end pointed and other as a wedge shaped. It is used for
digging out large or hand boulders from the soil and digging of pits. It is also used for breaking
hard soil pan.
Shovel: It has iron blade of spoon shape and wooden handle and is used for within field transport
of dug out soil required for leveling of field for preparation of nursery beds (Plate 16.1).
Pick-Axe: It is made of carbon steel. Pick axe has two edges with provision of axial hole for
attachment with handle. One edge of pick –axe is pointed and another is broadened. Pick axe is
used for digging hard, compact and stony soils (Plate 16.1).
Spade: It is used for lifting and turning the soil. Also used for digging the pit, preparing channel
for irrigation and drainage lines (Plate 16.1).
Hoe-cum-Rake: It is of rectangular shape metal blade with fork like fore edge. It is used for
digging, hoeing, earthing, leveling and collecting weeds (Plate 16.1).
Furrow opener: It is used for opening narrow and shallow furrow after sowing seeds in nursery.
Hand leveler: It consists of narrow rectangular metal blade attached to long wooden handle
Trowel (Khurpi): It is of shovel shape but small in size with iron blade and wooden handle. It can
be made in many shapes as per local designs and requirements. It is used for hoeing, weeding
and nursery plants and also for transplanting seedlings.
Axe: Iron blade, fastened to wooden handle. It is used for felling trees and cutting branches.
Bill Hook (Darat): It is made of iron curved at the far end or used for cutting hardy branches of
plant and other woody shrubs in the field.
Sickle: It is used for cutting grass and leafy vegetables.
Wheel-Barrow: It is manually operated small trolly, used for carrying nursery plants, compost,
fertilizes, leaf litter, horticultural produce, stones etc. from one place to another place. It can be
designed into different shapes according to requirement.
Cultivator: It is a tractor drawn implement used for tilling the soil efficiently. It has tynes of
quality carbon comprising of different sizes depending upon the plough depth. These days, hand
driven small cultivator is more popular. It can plough upto ½ to 1 feet depth
Disc harrow: It is used for pulverizing the soil. It is also used for turning crop residues, weeds
and other debris in the soil. It is used for deep ploughing and turning of soil.
Grafting and budding tools
Knife: Knives having combined blade for grafting and budding purposes. A grafting/budding
knife has a straight 7.5cm long blade and strong long handle. It has a spatula at the end of a
handle, which is used for lifting the bark during budding operation. Sometimes knife has two
parallel double blades, used specially for lifting or removing the patch of a bud from the
budwood. Generally these knives have either a folding or fixed blade. The blade of knife should
be made from high carbon steel and should always be very sharp
However, using these tools might be hazardous to the farmer in case of malfunction,
mishandling or of any other unpredictable circumstance. Hence, a safety measures in working
and in using the tools is a necessity. The student should know the proper way of handling these
tools based on the user’s manual or the factory guide. Lastly, one should also know how to cite
defects in order to avoid accidents.
Farm Machineries Preventative Maintenance Tips
Regular upkeep of farms machineries and equipment can make a big difference. A quick check
in before you start work can save you money not to mention the time and energy needed for a big
repair. Here are some few ideas that can help you to spot small problems or big ones.
1. Read the owner’s manual
Know about your equipment.
2. Reduce wear and tear
Lubricating chairs and cables according to the manufacturer’s direction is another way to extend
your equipment’s life span.
3. Pressure washed after use
Mud caking up on the inside of wheel is more than a mess. It can increase rust and erode enamel
coating on your rims. So take a few minutes to rinse off your equipment particularly tractor.
4. Order spare parts now
If you know that certain parts will need to be replaced, order those parts now. Having these items
on hand when you need them can mean you’ve cut out the time spent waiting for delivery.
New and experience growers alike may often overtook the importance of regular
equipment check-up during the heat of the season.
Before starting the tractor, go through the following checklist items:
1. Fuel level
Make sure you have sufficient fuel in the tank.
2. Check your battery
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded.

3. Check tires and nuts

Check your tires air pressure and make sure that the nuts are tight. If you notice you have low
tire pressure, look for air leakage from around the valve stem.
4. Loose on defective parts
Take time to really examine the tractor to look for loose or defective parts such as frayed or worn
fan belt. Replace, tighten or make necessary repairs before heading out to the field.
5. SMU emblem
If your SMU emblem is faded or distorted in color or shape, it is time to replace it with a new
SMU to increase your visibility to others.
6. Fluid leak
Look for any fluid leaks on the ground beneath the tractor. Also check fluid levels for coolant,
engine oil and hydraulic oil levels as well. You can do some very serious damage to your tractor
if you run out of these fluids.
7. Operators platform area
You may spend much of your day on the operator plat form, so check the steps to make sure you
can get safely on and off the tractor. Examine the area around the seat to make sure it is clear of
debris or tools that could cause you to tip. You should have a ROPS on your tractor, so always
make sure your seatbelt is operable & that you buckle it.
8. Fire extinguisher
Check your fire extinguisher to make sure it is charged.
9. Lightning / flashers
Check headlights and warning lights / flashes to make sure all of the lights are working and
replace bulbs if necessary.
10. Visibility from operative seat
Clean any dirty cab windows to provide the best visibility for you from the operation seat.

LEARNING COMPETENCY:
LO: 1. Prepare materials, tools and equipment for nursery work.

CODE: (TLE AFA9-12NW-IIIa-e-1)

ACTIVITIES:

A. Simple Recall. Identify the tools used in the agronomic crop works. Write your
1. It is primarily used in cultivating the land. = ____________________
2. Cite any of the harvesting tools. = ____________________
3. Mention one of the clearing tools, = ____________________
4. furrowing tools, = ____________________
5. Pulverizing tools. = ____________________

B. Matching Type. Match each item of the Set A that correlates to the item of the Set B.
Write your answer on the space provided.
1. Scythe a. mounted on a bamboo pole
2. Sickle b. a long curved blade with a sharp edge
3. Catching net c. used in harvesting upland rice
4. Harrow d. bamboo baskets
5. Harvesting container e. pulverizing the soil

f. planting materials

C. TRUE OR FALSE. Read and analyze the statements. Write T if the statement is correct
and write F if it is incorrect before each item. Write our answer before each number.
1. When you sharpen tools, it reduces the amount of force you need to apply to
accomplish the task.
2. Oiling or greasing metal parts will not prevent rusts.
3. Make sure tools with wooden handles are strong and durable.
4. Leave your tools on the floor after use.
5. Store tools in their original cases.
6. Dry tools after use.
7. A quick check in before you start work can save time and money.
8. Do not read the owner’s manual.
9. Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded.
10. Check your tires before and after use.
 D. Safety Measures. Write at least 3 to at most 5 things to remember to prevent accident
while doing the work in the nursery or farm.
1. ___________________________________________________________.
2. ___________________________________________________________.
3. ___________________________________________________________.
4. ___________________________________________________________.
5. ___________________________________________________________.

REFLECTION:

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REFERENCES:

 Agricultural Crops Production NC I Curriculum Guide

 Competency Based Learning Materials: AGRICULTURAL CROP
PRODUCTION NC I., Prepared by: Erlinda V. Ferrer., Reviewed by: Emma P.
Dinalo., Noted by: Felipe C. Hiquial Jr.

ANSWER KEY:

Matching
Type True or False
Simple Recall
1. B 1. T
11.Plow, shovel, spade 2. C 2. T
12.Knife, scythe, sickle 3. A 3. T
13.Grass hook, bolo, 4. E 4. F
shlashing bolo, rake 5. D 5. T
14.Plow, shovel 6. T
15.harrow 7. T
8. F
9. T
10.T

Safety Measures

1. Always follow the instructions given by the trainer or supervisor.

2. Labels are checked according to the requirements and specifications.
3. Chemicals to be used are in accordance with the legislations and regulations.
4. Suitable application equipment and tools are selected according to farm work
procedures.
5. Pre-operational and safety checks on application equipment and tools are carried
out and calibrations made according to manufacturer’s specifications and farm
work procedures.
6. Chemical are mixed according to directions, standards and legislative requirements.
7. Chemical mixing rates are defined and calculated according to requirements and
specifications.
8. Personal safety is observed according to prescribed procedures.
PREPARED BY:

JAMES NATHAN D. FERRATER

Writer
Teniapan NHS