AHCPCM406 — Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program

1 Determine relevant regional data and site characteristics

• 1.1Define goals and target site for assessment and development of program
• 1.2Access and review site and climate data, and environmental context information
• 1.3Determine appropriate soil, plant and water tests, according to plant species, climatic conditions and prevailing growth media
• 1.4Develop a soil, plant and water testing program that defines sampling, field testing, off-site analysis activities, task responsibilities, involvement of contractors, scheduling and desired information outcomes
• 1.5Implement and monitor soil, plant and water testing tasks and liaison procedures with outside testing agencies, and take remedial action where necessary
• 1.6Compile and present data and readings
• 1.7Determine seasonal variations and requirements from published data on species, historical records and own experience
• 1.8Determine characteristics, condition and nutritional status of soils and plant species by analysing collected data and comparing to accepted standards

2 Define the requirements for a plant nutrition program

• 2.1Identify nutritional requirements of the plant during the growing cycle and growing conditions, using published data on species, historical records and own experience
• 2.2Develop program to achieve appropriate soil conditions and nutrient availability for plant growth
• 2.3Determine soil amendments, management practices and fertiliser requirements
• 2.4Identify and cost resources, tools, equipment and machinery required for program, and confirm availability with suppliers, contractors and appropriate personnel
• 2.5Determine cost-effective approach to soil management, soil amendment and provision of plant nutrients
• 2.6Identify hazards and assess risks associated with program, and develop and document control measures to manage risks according to workplace health and safety procedures
• 2.7Identify and document environmental implications of program, and implement suitable controls

3 Document the soil health and plant nutrition program and specifications

• 3.1Establish a detailed soil health and plant nutrition plan, objectives, specifications and associated costs based on program requirements
• 3.2Develop and document detailed on-site procedures and scheduled activities required for program

4 Monitor plant growth and evaluate the program

• 4.1Communicate soil health and plant nutrition plan, procedures and schedule of activities to staff
• 4.2Monitor program implementation and results by testing soil, plants and produce
• 4.3Review and refine program to ensure it is responsive to changing conditions
• 4.4Identify non-compliance with documented objectives and specifications, and implement remedial actions to alleviate or overcome identified shortcomings in program
• 4.5Identify and document remediation action to improve plant nutrition in consultation with management
• 4.6Identify and record variances from plan and scheduled activities

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