FTCE Agriculture 6-12 (054) Study Guide 2027–2028 | Florida Agriculture Teacher Certification Exam Prep and Practice Tests

Prepare for the FTCE Agriculture 6-12 (054) test, the Florida Teacher Certification Examinations subject area test for agriculture teachers. This study guide follows all ten official competencies, from FFA and leadership to biotechnology and food science, with Florida crops, soils, water and ecosystems throughout.

What's Inside:

- Exam overview: about 80 multiple-choice questions in 2 hours 30 minutes, the ten competencies and their weights, the $150 fee, the passing scaled score of 200 and the retake rules

- FFA, leadership, public speaking and parliamentary procedure, plus agricultural careers and employability

- Animal science: terminology, breeds, production systems, reproduction, marketing, aquaculture, anatomy, nutrition and ration balancing (the Pearson square), health, drugs and welfare

- Soil science: formation, horizons, Florida soils, texture, pH and CEC, the nitrogen cycle, soil tests, fertilizers and conservation

- Plant science and Florida horticulture: plant structure and processes, propagation, plant breeding, Florida citrus, vegetables, ornamentals and turf, IPM, greenhouse and nursery, landscaping and pesticide safety

- Agricultural systems technology: shop safety, tools, welding, engines, electricity, plumbing and irrigation, and simple machines

- Environmental science: Florida's hydrologic cycle, aquifers and springs, agencies, ecosystems and invasive species

- Agribusiness, economics and marketing, SAE, and agricultural education program management

- Biotechnology, genetics for breeders, and food science and safety (HACCP)

- Worked examples, 125+ quick-reference tables and 15 study diagrams and charts

- Study schedules, FAQs and test-taking strategies

- 2 practice tests of 100 multiple-choice questions each (four answer choices, weighted like the official competencies) with a complete answer key and an explanation for every question

Format:

- Instant digital download (PDF), 8.5 x 11 in, 292 pages

- Clickable table of contents

- Print it or study on a tablet, laptop or phone

Please note: This is a digital product. No physical item will be shipped.

This is an independent study resource and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the Florida Department of Education or Pearson.