Elements and Performance Criteria
- Prepare for field inspection
- Research paddock history and crop type before inspection
- Determine inspection date according to suitable crop growth stage and related activities
- Arrange a suitable time for crop inspection with grower
- Check and prepare vehicle, machinery, equipment and recording materials before undertaking crop inspection
- Undertake a visual analysis of a commercial seed crop
- Identify weed species visually and record weed counts or density
- Inspect visually and record insect/disease damage
- Inspect visually and record the varietal identity of crop
- Inspect visually and record varietal purity of crop, i.e. the presence of off-types
- Estimate yield by counting crop plants using a quadrat or rule
- Complete an inspection report
- Complete decontamination procedure prior to leaving site