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Harvest, treat and store seed

Harvest, treat and store seed

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCPER216
State Code
OFB56
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
050301 - Horticulture
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
35
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to identify specified seed and its maturity, use harvesting techniques, apply treatments according to seed harvest plan and store seed to preserve viability.This unit applies to individuals who work under supervision and exercise limited autonomy with some accountability for their own work. They undertake defined activities and work in a structured context.Legislation, regulations and by-laws relating to the collection and removal of plant materials from public and private land apply nationally and in some states, territories and jurisdictions. Users are advised to check with the local relevant authority.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for harvesting of seed
  • 1.1 Confirm work requirements with supervisor
  • 1.2 Select and prepare seed harvesting and handling equipment
  • 1.3 Identify seed to be collected from harvesting plan
  • 1.4 Identify and prepare location to treat and store harvested seed
  • 1.5 Access and carry permits and approvals for seed collection site according to workplace procedures and regulatory requirements
2. Harvest seed
  • 2.1 Transport seed harvesting equipment to seed collection site
  • 2.2 Identify site safety hazards and implement controls according to workplace health and safety procedures
  • 2.3 Collect seed according to harvesting plan, permits and approvals
  • 2.4 Preserve condition of parent plant according to plant species and harvesting conditions
  • 2.5 Place harvested seed in temporary field storage and label according to workplace procedures
3. Treat and store seed
  • 3.1 Separate viable seed from chaff and waste material
  • 3.2 Treat seeds according to harvesting plan
  • 3.3 Record information on seed container label according to workplace procedures
  • 3.4 Pack and store seeds to maintain viability
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAQ88 AHCPER202 Harvest, treat and store seed Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
BJB6 AHC20122 Certificate II in Agriculture Qualification
BJB4 AHC21722 Certificate II in Permaculture Qualification