Table 2.

Development of deductive codes into higher-order analytical themes

Theoretical domainIllustrative first-cycle codesHigher-order themePrincipal supporting sources
Environmental management functionsHarvest standardisation; semester deadlines; yield categorisation; production planningCurriculum as environmental management infrastructureTechnical records; student outputs; field notes
Circular economy principlesWater/nutrient efficiency; grade B/C fruit; secondary processing; biomass recoveryDual-layered CE operationalisationTechnical records; prototypes; business models
Living laboratory characteristicsCross-faculty coordination; client handover; SME participation; external evaluationHEI as environmental orchestratorField notes; student outputs; showcase records
Environmental governance and placeOff-campus stewardship; pest pressure; crop uncertainty; community demonstrationGoverning productive landscapesTechnical records; field notes
Source(s): Authors’ compilation

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