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Manage organic soil improvement

Manage organic soil improvement

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCORG411
State Code
OFC14
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
24/01/2023
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
09/06/2023
Field of Education
059999 - Agriculture, Environmental And Related Studies, N.e.c.
Original Release Date
09/06/2023
Nominal Hours
100
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to monitor soil conditions, assess improvements required and develop and implement a soil improvement program according to national standards for organic and biodynamic production.The unit applies to individuals who take responsibility for their own work and for the quality of the work of others within known parameters, and use discretion and judgment in the selection, allocation and use of available resources.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Monitor indicators of soil fertility
  • 1.1 Determine the objective for soil condition for farm according to workplace conditions and organic agriculture standards
  • 1.2 Develop baseline data from soil sample and test conducted on reference sites across property according to organic industry standards
  • 1.3 Assess and record soil chemical and physical characteristics
  • 1.4 Assess and record soil biological activity
  • 1.5 Analyse test results to identify trends in soil health and fertility and areas for improvement
  • 1.6 Identify health, safety and environmental hazards, assess risk and implement controls according to workplace procedures
2. Assess soil-related factors for selected plants
  • 2.1 Identify nutritional requirements of selected plant species
  • 2.2 Conduct field observations of plants and soil to identify possible defects
  • 2.3 Select soil and plant tissue tests for laboratory testing
  • 2.4 Sample plant tissue and soils according to testing laboratory specifications
  • 2.5 Determine management and input requirements for farming system according to soil and plant tissue test results and observations
3. Select, design and implement allowable systems, techniques and inputs to optimise soil fertility
  • 3.1 Identify range of permitted inputs according to National Standard for Organic and Bio-Dynamic Produce
  • 3.2 Identify and implement cultural practices to enhance soil fertility, function and health
  • 3.3 Calculate inputs based on soil and plant analyses, and observations
  • 3.4 Select and manage cover crop and pasture systems according to workplace procedures
  • 3.5 Develop, apply and monitor mulching and composting systems according to production plan
  • 3.6 Design and implement crop rotations and grazing management systems to optimise soil fertility according to production plan
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
BAP36 AHCORG403 Manage organic soil improvement Unit of competency