List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Element | Performance criteria |
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
1. Determine condition of seed crops | 1.1 Calculate soil water percentage from an assessment of soil moisture 1.2 Calculate water requirement according to soil analysis data, standing crop and forecast weather conditions 1.3 Assess nutrient requirements and availability for crops and identify deficiencies 1.4 Identify factors affecting crop capacity 1.5 Implement sustainable land management |
2. Determine pest control | 2.1 Assess evidence of pests and disease and determine integrated control measures appropriate to type and species of infestation 2.2 Locate areas of weed infestation and identify species 2.3 Select integrated control methods to control pests and weeds 2.4 Schedule control methods at the optimum time 2.5 Record severity of infestations and keep treatment records |
3. Manage crop health | 3.1 Maintain crop water and nutritional requirements 3.2 Monitor the weed and pest control program and modify as required 3.3 Assess benefits from soil and plant inputs and treatments and document for analysis in future management programs 3.4 Monitor cropping programs for efficiency and effectiveness and document for future best practice 3.5 Document relevant data for continual analysis and effective crop management |
The candidate must be assessed on their ability to integrate and apply the performance requirements of this unit in a workplace setting. Performance must be demonstrated consistently over time and in a suitable range of contexts.
The candidate must provide evidence that they can:
assess crop needs
carry out crop cultural practices and treatments
determine time of harvest with specialist advice
determine water requirements from survey advice and weather forecasts
measure soil moisture and interpret data
monitor and assess crop maturity
The candidate must demonstrate knowledge of:
principles and practices of seed crop maintenance
chemical use if applicable
crop growth requirements compared to soil nutrient status
crop growth stages and keys
factors leading to development of chemical resistance
fertiliser and soil ameliorant types and application times, methods and rates
integrated pest management strategies
legislation and codes of practice with regard to environmental protection
life-cycles of pest, diseases and weeds
relevant codes of practice with regard to the use and control of hazardous substances
work health and safety legislative requirements
Assessors must satisfy current standards for RTOs.