This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to use agroecology principles in managing all elements of a farm ecosystem, including the soil, vegetation, animals, pests and diseases, to achieve and maintain overall ecological and economic health of the farm ecosystem and production.

The unit applies to individuals who apply specialised skills and knowledge, and take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They analyse and synthesise information and analyse, design and communicate solutions to sometimes complex problems.

No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.