Agriculture, fishing and forestry (NAB01‑03)
Core elements

The core element sustainable use of nature involves utilising natural resources as a basis for food production and commercial activities. Sustainable use of nature covers types of nature, species, and cycles and correlations in nature. The core element also includes acting on the basis of knowledge on the biology of animals and plants, and the thresholds of nature. It also addresses how animal welfare, animal and public health, food safety and the environment can be safeguarded during different business operations.

The core element occupational practice involves basis assignments and occupational functions in production, operations, the provision of services, harvesting and hunting and fishing. The core element shall give the pupils experience with traditional and future-oriented working methods and technologies. It also involves responsibility, patience and proficiency in practical work.

The core element business development involves looking at opportunities for sustainable value creation and business development. It also involves awareness of the connection between effort factors and end results, and looking at how technology contributes to development in the industries. Further, business development involves diversity within agriculture, fishing and forestry, their dependency on local resources and markets, and competence in local industry and commerce.

The core element safety and quality involves safeguarding one's own health and safety, and the health and safety of others. This includes the working environment, the quality of products and services, animal welfare and environmental considerations related to the execution of assignments. Further, the core element involves risk assessments, communication, cooperation and documentation requirements. It also includes safety training in accordance with applicable standards and regulations for each individual production or activity.