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Plan a seed crop establishment program

Plan a seed crop establishment program

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCSDP401
State Code
BAL44
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to plan a seed crop establishment program. It applies to workers on properties where commercial seed production is undertaken.It applies to individuals who analyse information and exercise judgement to complete a range of advanced skilled activities and demonstrate deep knowledge in a specific technical area. They have accountability for the work of others and analyse, design and communicate solutions to a range of complex problems. All work is carried out to comply with workplace procedures.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine requirements of the seed crop establishment program
  • 1.1 Determine paddock suitability for a seed crop from its history
  • 1.2 Identify species and cultivars that meet production needs, cost the required quantity and confirm availability with suppliers
  • 1.3 Determine crop establishment procedures
  • 1.4 Plan post-planting care according to production needs, enterprise standards and site capabilities
  • 1.5 Identify and plan for plant germination and nutrient requirements taking account of soil characteristics
  • 1.6 Cost resources, equipment and machinery required for planting and post-planting care and confirm availability
  • 1.7 Identify work health and safety hazards associated with the crop establishment program, assess risks and develop controls
2. Prepare and document the seed crop establishment program
  • 2.1 Prepare plans based on the crop establishment program and production requirements
  • 2.2 Produce plan which can be readily understood by personnel
  • 2.3 Develop and communicate procedures and schedules for the planting and post-planting care
  • 2.4 Plan for contingencies and identify alternative strategies
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WE643 AHCSDP401A Plan a seed crop establishment program Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BDA4 AHC41416 Certificate IV in Seed Production Qualification