LEARNER WORKBOOK ACQUIRE AN INTRODUCTORY KNOWLEDGE OF THE SEED INDUSTRY. A Unit Standard for the Seed Industry

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1 LEARNER WORKBOOK ACQUIRE AN INTRODUCTORY KNOWLEDGE OF THE SEED INDUSTRY A Unit Standard for the Seed Industry Unit Standard NQF Level 2 Credits: 4 Compiled by: Lorraine Coetzee, Michael Zingel, Peter Froneman & Marionette van Deventer Learner Name: Learner Number:

2 Table of Contents SECTION 1: THE IMPORTANCE OF SEED...3 SECTION 2: SECTION 3: SECTION 4: THE BIOLOGY OF SEED GROWTH...5 SEED QUALITY...10 STORAGE OF SEED...16 SECTION 5: THE STATUTORY FRAMEWORK APPLICABLE TO THE SEED INDUSTRY...20 Workbook 2 US

3 SECTION 1: THE IMPORTANCE OF SEED The following exercises are all based on your manual and the training conducted by the facilitator. You can use the manual to help you with the exercises, read up on it on the Internet, visit your local library, discuss it with a Subject Matter Expert or make use of your own embedded knowledge. Just remember, you have to write the answers in your own words to ensure that you understand what it really means. Exercise 1 The role of seed SO1, SO2 No Questions US Ref C NYC 1. Shortly explain how seed contributes to each of the five food groups in the human diet. SO1, AC1, AC2, AC3 Workbook 3 US

4 2. When we talk about the potential of a seed, what are we referring to? SO1, AC1, AC2 SO2, AC1 3. Look at the following statement: Seed is a living organism. Is this true, and if it is how would you say should seed be treated? SO2, AC1 Competent Yes Not yet Reflect on what you have learned Complete the self assessment table in your workbook. This is your opportunity to ask for additional clarification from the Facilitator. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF THIS IS IN YOUR OWN INTEREST. How do you rate yourself on the following: Scale: 1 I am lost, 2 I am almost there, 3 I am there I understand that seed is a living organism I know how important seed is in terms of food production I know that seed is able to multiply itself I understand that the potential for growth and reproduction lies in every seed. Workbook 4 US

5 SECTION 2: THE BIOLOGY OF SEED GROWTH Exercise 2 Theoretical concepts of seed biology SO2, SO3 No Questions US Ref C NYC 1. Name the three main parts of: a) dicot seeds b) monocot seeds. Describe what will these parts become when the seed grows? SO2 AC1, AC2 2. Name two types of seed and illustrate how we will be able to distinguish between them by drawing the first leaves that will form when the seed grows. SO2 AC1,AC2 Workbook 5 US

6 3. Write a paragraph in which you shortly discuss any environmental factors which will have an effect on germination. SO3 AC1 Workbook 6 US

7 4. Shortly describe the process of germination. SO3 AC1 5. There are three possible reasons why seed will not germinate if the environmental circumstances are ideal. Name them and shortly explain what is meant by each of them. SO3 AC1 Workbook 7 US

8 What is meant by seed coat dormancy and how can this type of dormancy be overcome? SO2 AC1, AC2 SO3 AC1 7. Except for seed coat dormancy, there are a number of other types of dormancy. Name two of them and shortly explain what they entail. SO2 AC1, AC2 SO3 AC1 In manual Competent Yes Not yet Workbook 8 US

9 Reflect on what you have learned Complete the self assessment table in your workbook. This is your opportunity to ask for additional clarification from the Facilitator. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF THIS IS IN YOUR OWN INTEREST. How do you rate yourself on the following: Scale: 1 I am lost, 2 I am almost there, 3 I am there I understand that seed is a living organism I can distinguish between the various parts of a seed I know what the difference is between monocot and dicot seeds I can distinguish between monocot and dicot seed on the basis of their leaves when they grow I know which environmental factors have an influence on seed germination I can distinguish between three reasons why seed will not germinate I understand the concept of seed dormancy I have a broad understanding of the various types of seed dormancies I know how these dormancies can be broken Workbook 9 US

10 SECTION 3: SEED QUALITY Exercise 3 The quality components of seed SO1, SO3 No Questions US Ref C NYC 1. Shortly explain why you think seed quality is important. SO3, AC1 2. When we have to determine the quality of seed, what are the 3 main areas which we need to look at? SO3, AC1 3. Describe the difference between open-pollinated varieties and hybrids. SO3, AC1, AC2 Workbook 10 US

11 Shortly explain what is meant by the concept generations of seed SO1, AC4 5. When we look at the physical characteristics of seed, what is important for quality purposes? SO3, AC1, AC2 Workbook 11 US

12 6. What is the difference between the genetic and physical purity in a seed lot? SO3, AC1, AC2 7. What is meant by genetically modified organisms? Do you think genetic modification should be done? Why/Why not? SO3, AC1, AC2 8. Shortly name all the characteristics of seed which needs to be taken into consideration in terms of the biological value of seed. SO3, AC1, AC2 Workbook 12 US

13 Write a paragraph in which you explain what is meant by seed vigour. SO3, AC1, AC2 10. What is the difference between seed viability and vigour? SO3, AC1, AC2 Workbook 13 US

14 11. What do you know about quality assurance in your organization? How does it work? Who is responsible for it? SO3, AC1, AC2 Competent Yes Not yet Workbook 14 US

15 Reflect on what you have learned Complete the self assessment table in your workbook. This is your opportunity to ask for additional clarification from the Facilitator. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF THIS IS IN YOUR OWN INTEREST. How do you rate yourself on the following: Scale: 1 I am lost, 2 I am almost there, 3 I am there I know how the quality of seed is influenced by genetic factors I know what the difference is between open-pollinated varieties and hybrids I understand the concept of generations of seed I understand what is meant by genetic modification I understand how the moisture content of a seed can influence its quality I understand what the difference is between physical and genetic purity of a seed lot I know what the term viability of seed refers to. I understand the concept of seed vigour I know what the difference is between viability and vigour I have a basic idea of how quality assurance works in our organization Workbook 15 US

16 SECTION 4: STORAGE OF SEED Exercise 4 The principles of seed storage SO4 No Questions US Ref C NYC 1. On the basis of viability, seed can be divided into three groups. Shortly explain in your own words what the difference is between these three groups. SO4, AC1 2. When we store seed, there are three main factors which have an influence on seed viability. They are moisture content, humidity and temperature. In your own words, write a paragraph on each of them in which you explain how they influence seed viability. SO4, AC1 Workbook 16 US

17 3. In the manual we discussed various methods of seed storage. After that you went on a tour of your organization s seed storage facilities. According to what you saw, please describe the various seed storage methods which are used in your organization. SO4, AC1 Workbook 17 US

18 4. Your facilitator took you on a tour of the storage facilities in your organization in order to demonstrate how pest control is applied. As with the previous question, please describe the methods of pest control which are used in your organization, according to what you saw on the tour. SO4, AC2 Competent Yes Not yet Workbook 18 US

19 Reflect on what you have learned Complete the self assessment table in your workbook. This is your opportunity to ask for additional clarification from the Facilitator. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF THIS IS IN YOUR OWN INTEREST. How do you rate yourself on the following: Scale: 1 I am lost, 2 I am almost there, 3 I am there I understand the role that temperature plays in seed storage I understand the role that humidity plays in seed storage I understand the role the moisture content plays in seed storage I know how seed is stored in my organization I understand why pest control is necessary I know how pest control is applied in my organization Workbook 19 US

20 SECTION 5: THE STATUTORY FRAMEWORK APPLICABLE TO THE SEED INDUSTRY Exercise 5 Various legislations & regulatory bodies SO5 No Questions US Ref C NYC 1. Explain the concept of plant breeders rights in your own words by using an appropriate example. SO5, AC1 2. Shortly explain why the Plant Improvement Act needs to exist. SO5, AC1 Workbook 20 US

21 3. Shortly explain what the functions of SANSOR are. SO5, AC2 4. Why is it necessary for seed to be certified? Answer this question in one short paragraph. SO5, AC3 Workbook 21 US

22 5. Do you think phytosanitary control is important? Why or why not? Use an appropriate example to elaborate on your answer. SO5, AC1 6. What is the role of phytosanitary control in your organization? SO5, AC1 Workbook 22 US

23 7. Write a paragraph in which you discuss the purpose of the International Seed Testing Association. SO5, AC1 8. Shortly describe how ISTA rules have an influence on your organization. SO5, AC1 Competent Yes Not yet Workbook 23 US

24 Reflect on what you have learned Complete the self assessment table in your workbook. This is your opportunity to ask for additional clarification from the Facilitator. BE HONEST WITH YOURSELF THIS IS IN YOUR OWN INTEREST. How do you rate yourself on the following: Scale: 1 I am lost, 2 I am almost there, 3 I am there I understand what Plant Breeders Rights are I understand why the Plant Improvement Act exists I know why seed certification is necessary I understand what the role of SANSOR is in the seed industry I understand the concept of phytosanitary control I understand why this is important I know how our organization is influenced by phytosanitary control I understand what the role of ISTA is in the seed industry I know how our organization is influenced by ISTA rules Workbook 24 US

25 Facilitator feedback report Name: Enrolment No: Date: Comments Learner is not yet competent Learner is competent Further Actions Date: Sign. Learner Name & sign. Facilitator Name & sign. Moderator Reg. No: Reg. No: Workbook 25 US