Assessment Specifications
Level 3 Agricultural and Horticultural Science 2023
General information
Domain |
Agricultural and Horticultural Science |
Method of assessment |
Written examination |
Standards |
Information relating to all achievement standards
The assessment will be available to candidates in paper or digital format. Further information about digital external assessments can be found on the Digital Assessment: NCEA Online page.
The context for all standards will be suitable for candidates studying agriculture or horticulture.
Equipment
Calculators are permitted.
Specific information for individual achievement standards
Standard |
91530 |
Title |
Demonstrate understanding of how market forces affect supply of and demand for New Zealand primary products |
Version |
3 |
Number of credits |
5 |
Candidates will be required to demonstrate understanding of supply and demand forces for TWO primary products that earn significant export revenue. Recent data and evidence within the past 5 years is preferable.
Standard |
91531 |
Title |
Demonstrate understanding of how the production process meets market requirements for a New Zealand primary product(s) |
Version |
2 |
Number of credits |
4 |
Candidates will be required to demonstrate understanding of the production process to meet market requirements for TWO primary products.
Standard |
91532 |
Title |
Analyse a New Zealand primary production environmental issue |
Version |
2 |
Number of credits |
5 |
The environmental issue will focus on New Zealand's greenhouse gas emissions from producing primary products. Candidates should have an understanding of environmental, economic, social and political considerations that support sustainable production. Recent data and evidence within the past 5 years is preferable.