The important thing to remember when gathering evidence is that the more evidence the better - that is, the more evidence you gather to demonstrate your skills, the more confident an assessor can be that you have learned the skills not just at one point in time, but are continuing to apply and develop those skills (as opposed to just learning for the test!). Furthermore, one piece of evidence that you collect will not usualy demonstrate all the required criteria for a unit of competency, whereas multiple overlapping pieces of evidence will usually do the trick!
From the Wiki University
What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?
Monitor indicators of soil fertility
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Work is undertaken in an environmentally appropriate manner and according to workplace information, principles of organic agriculture, Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) requirements and enterprise guidelines. Completed |
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Soil testing is conducted at reference sites according to enterprise procedures and organic industry standards. Completed |
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Soil acidity or alkalinity (pH), mineral balances and organic matter levels are assessed and recorded. Completed |
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Soil texture, structure, salinity and sodicity are assessed and recorded. Completed |
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Soil biological activity is assessed and recorded Completed |
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Soil condition is assessed for drainage, compaction, aeration and water infiltration in relation to requirements for desired plant growth for selected species. Completed |
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Results are analysed to identify trends in soil health and fertility and areas for improvement. Completed |
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Assess soil-related factors for selected plants
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Nutritional requirements of selected plant species are identified. Completed |
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Soil analyses to be conducted and suitable testing facilities are selected. Completed |
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Plant tissue sample collection is conducted according to enterprise procedures and requirements of testing facility. Completed |
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Results of tissue testing are combined with observations of plant vigour and productivity to determine management and input requirements of the farming system. Completed |
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Select and implement allowable techniques and inputs to optimise soil fertility
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Range of allowable inputs is identified according to requirements of the National Standard for Organic and Biodynamic Produce. Completed |
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Cultural practices to enhance nutrient cycling are identified and implemented. Completed |
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Appropriate inputs are calculated, based on soil/plant analyses, crop removal and plant/animal observations. Completed |
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Cover crop and pasture systems are selected and managed. Completed |
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Mulching and composting systems are developed, applied and monitored. Completed |
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Rotations to optimise soil fertility are designed and implemented. Completed |
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Cultural practices to enhance soil fertility are selected and implemented. Completed |
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