Save, prepare and store agricultural seed

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 5:16 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
AHCBAC407A

State Code
D6725

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
10/06/2011

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

15/02/2012

Field of Education

089901 - Purchasing, Warehousing And Distribution

Original Release Date

15/02/2012

Nominal Hours

Description

This unit covers saving, preparing and storage of agricultural seed and defines the standard required to: calculate the quantity of seed required for the following season; grade and test seed and interpret the results; store the seed for use in the following season; maintain grain in storage to ensure maximum quality and yield when used.

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Select seed from agricultural crops

1.1. The quantity of seed required to sow the following season's crop is calculated.
1.2. The area of crop needed to produce the required quantity of seed for the following season's crop is calculated.
1.3. A portion of the crop to be used as seed is selected, based on the calculated requirements and its health, vigour, and grain size.
1.4. The soil type in the selected portion of the crop is noted for potential input to management decision-making.
1.5. Measures are taken to improve seed and plant health, vigour and uniformity within the selected area.
1.6. The application of any chemicals to the crop is undertaken in full consideration of detrimental environmental impacts.
1.7. All work carried out is done using the appropriate personal protective equipment and is within Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) guidelines.

2. Evaluate and grade seed

2.1. After harvest, the grain variety saved is assessed for its suitability for the location, the soil, and the organisation's current marketing requirements.
2.2. Information regarding new varieties or trial results and progress is sourced for input to management decision-making.
2.3. The seed is graded to the required size either on or off-site.
2.4. Fungicidal and insecticidal dressings are applied to the seed where appropriate and according to the organisation's production and marketing requirements.
2.5. Test samples are taken, prepared and forwarded to the analysing body, according to the guidelines of that body.
2.6. Records of observations, information gathered, and results of tests and grading are kept, updated, and maintained according to the requirements of the organisation and the industry.
2.7. The records kept are forwarded to the appropriate person for analysis and decision-making.

3. Store seed

3.1. The storage facilities to be used are selected and hygienically prepared.
3.2. Seed is transferred to the storage facility according to the organisation's OHS and hygiene procedures.
3.3. Seed is stored under conditions that maintain its quality and germination capacity.
3.4. Periodical checks of seed in long-term storage are conducted for quality factors and viability according to enterprise requirements.
3.5. Seed samples for laboratory testing are taken, prepared and forwarded for analysis according to prescribed guidelines.
3.6. Clear and accurate records of seed storage, tests and inspections are created, maintained and kept as described in the seed storage program.
3.7. The condition of storage facilities is monitored using the schedule and methods outlined in the seed storage program and appropriate corrective action is taken to maintain seed quality where required.
3.8. Activities around the seed storage facilities are undertaken according to the OHS guidelines detailed in the grain storage program.

4. Collect and deliver seed

4.1. Delivery or supply terms are established and applied when collecting or delivering seed.
4.2. Seed sold or purchased conforms to local State and Federal legislation and regulations.
4.3. Regulations relating to the interstate movement of seeds are observed.

RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Agricultural seed may include:
wheat and coarse grains
cotton
grain legumes
oilseeds
sugar
temperate
tropical pastures.

EVIDENCE GUIDE
The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.
Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit
The evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit must be relevant to workplace operations and satisfy holistically all of the requirements of the performance criteria and required skills and knowledge and include achievement of the following:
calculate the quantity of seed required for the following season
grade and test seed and interpret the results
store the seed for use in the following season
maintain grain in storage to ensure maximum quality and yield when used.
Context of and specific resources for assessment
Competency requires the application of work practices under work conditions. Selection and use of resources for some worksites may differ due to the regional or enterprise circumstances.

Replaces

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
S3651	RTE3037A	Save, prepare and store agricultural seed	Unit of competency

Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
BAN85	AHCBAC407	Save, prepare and store agricultural seed	Unit of competency

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
D500	AHC40110	Certificate IV in Agriculture	Qualification