UNIT 5 – WEATHER FORECAST ACTIVITY

Below is a five-day weather forecast showing expected temperature (°C) and rainfall (mm). Review the table and consider how you would create a fertilisation or irrigation plan.

Instructions for Analysis

1. Review the forecast

Note when rain is expected and how temperatures fluctuate across the five days.

2. Decide when to apply fertiliser or irrigation

Consider how rainfall affects nutrient absorption and how high temperatures influence evaporation.

3. Develop your plan

Include both your decision and the reasoning behind it.

Model Plan (for Self-Assessment)

Fertilisation:
Apply fertiliser on day 2 (27 May). Rain is forecast for day 3, so nutrients will soak into the soil naturally without additional irrigation.

Irrigation:
No irrigation is needed on days 3 and 4 because of rainfall. If soil moisture drops on day 5, irrigate lightly in the evening to reduce evaporation.

Review the model plan and reflect on how your reasoning compares. Adjust your approach where necessary.