Unit of competency Outline
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Establish pastures and crops for livestock production
Establish pastures and crops for livestock production
Unit of competency
National Code
AHCBAC302A
AHCBAC302A
State Code
D6712
D6712
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/12/2011
Field of Education
050101 - Agricultural Science
Original Release Date
05/12/2011
Nominal Hours
25
Description
This unit covers the functions required to establish pastures and crops for livestock production and defines the standard required to: assess existing pastures and crops to maximise livestock production; calibrate boom spray; seed drill and fertiliser spreader; identify pests and diseases; sow and monitor new pastures and crops; select pasture species; sowing method and application appropriate for optimal yield; manage grazing systems including weed and stubble control; control pests and weeds without damage to the crop or pasture.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Prepare for pasture and crop establishment
- 1.1. Pasture and crop establishment program is sourced to meet production requirements and enterprise objectives.
- 1.2. Pre-treatment (including inoculation) of seed is carried out prior to sowing where required.
- 1.3. Sowing methods are selected appropriate to pasture species to maximise pasture survival.
- 1.4. Fertilisers are applied according to crop/pasture needs and enterprise requirements.
- 1.5. Machinery and equipment are selected for soils of property and operated according to manufacturer's instructions, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and enterprise requirements.
2. Implement pasture and crop establishment program
- 2.1. Machinery and equipment is prepared for sowing.
- 2.2. Seeding and fertilising equipment is calibrated for correct rate and placement.
- 2.3. Pasture and crop is sown for even germination and growth.
- 2.4. Fertilisers and pesticides are applied at correct rate and stage of growth.
3. Manage fodder production
- 3.1. Livestock are used to control stubble and fallow weeds as part of an integrated pest management program.
- 3.2. Grazing program ensures high production levels and sound pasture regrowth.
- 3.3. Grazing of crops and pastures is carefully controlled during pasture and crop establishment.
- 3.4. Grazing is managed to minimise damage to soil structure and to prevent erosion according to sustainable land management practices.
RANGE STATEMENT
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Crop and pasture establishment methods may include:
methods covering establishment in virgin ground
establishment after a cropping program
replacement of run down pasture
changing the composition of pastures
growing fodder crops
growing cash crops
re-establishing pastures after earthworks.
Sowing methods may include
under sowing
direct drilling
band seeding
broadcasting seed into stubbles or on to existing pasture.
The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole.
Crop and pasture establishment methods may include:
methods covering establishment in virgin ground
establishment after a cropping program
replacement of run down pasture
changing the composition of pastures
growing fodder crops
growing cash crops
re-establishing pastures after earthworks.
Sowing methods may include
under sowing
direct drilling
band seeding
broadcasting seed into stubbles or on to existing pasture.
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:
assess existing pastures and crops to maximise livestock production
calibrate boom spray, seed drill and fertiliser spreader
identify pests and diseases
sow and monitor new pastures and crops
select pasture species, sowing method and application appropriate for optimal yield
manage grazing systems including weed and stubble control
control pests and weeds without damage to the crop or pasture.
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.
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:
assess existing pastures and crops to maximise livestock production
calibrate boom spray, seed drill and fertiliser spreader
identify pests and diseases
sow and monitor new pastures and crops
select pasture species, sowing method and application appropriate for optimal yield
manage grazing systems including weed and stubble control
control pests and weeds without damage to the crop or pasture.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| S3495 | RTE3006A | Establish pastures and crops for livestock production | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAQ93 | AHCBAC302 | Establish pastures and crops for livestock production | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D468 | AHC30210 | Certificate III in Agriculture (Dairy Production) | Qualification |
| D469 | AHC30310 | Certificate III in Horse Breeding | Qualification |