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International Seed Testing Association seed sampling procedures

Name:	International Seed Testing Association seed sampling procedures
Description:	A course designed for those wishing to gain practical skills in seed sampling.
Cost:	After NSW Government subsidy $640 GST incl.
Course aims:	To provide participants with the knowledge and skills in taking and preparing seed samples to comply with ISTA rules.
Learning outcomes:	Develop an understanding of the protocols, procedures and activities necessary to sample seed to ISTA standards. Be able to competently sample a seed lot and prepare a composite sample for dispatch to a ISTA seeds testing laboratory. Be aware of and comply with OH&S workplace requirements.
Length:	1 day
Course program/structure:	Introduction Maximum Seed Lot Size Seed Lot Homogeneity Identifying Seed Lots Sampling Intensity Method of Taking the Primary Sample Blending and Sampling of Composite Samples Completing an OIC Request Form and Labelling the Sample Practical Demonstrations/Practice and Practical Assessment Written Assessment and Evaluation.
Resources and method of delivery:	Participants receive procedural manual. This course is delivered using indoor and out door instruction.