Elements and Performance Criteria
- Carry out preliminary planning activities for a plant propagation program
- Management and marketing requirements are confirmed and understood.
- Space requirements for propagation program are evaluated.
- Propagation techniques are determined according to species and sound horticultural practice.
- Environmental parameters that impact on propagation are determined.
- Budget for the propagation program is negotiated with management.
- Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) hazards associated with the propagation program are identified, risks assessed and controls implemented.
- Develop the propagation plan
- Labour, materials, equipment and machinery needs are identified.
- Propagation media requirements are determined according to the propagation method and needs of the plant.
- Strategies to modify environmental conditions are determined according to the type of plant and propagation method used.
- Selection criteria for the propagation material are determined according to the type of plant and propagation method.
- Hygiene requirements for propagation activities are determined.
- Propagation plan is documented and schedule of activities are communicated clearly to staff.
- Monitor success of propagation activities