FWPNSY3003 — Apply knowledge of tree stock growing in a forest nursery

1 Communicate information on the production cycle for bare root and container grown seedlings and cuttings

• 1.1Document and disseminate information to nursery staff on the key stages and timing of the bare root production cycle in a forest nursery
• 1.2Document and disseminate information to nursery staff on the key stages and timing of the production cycle of container grown cuttings and seedlings in a forest nursery

2 Assess the impact of tree stock conditioning on seedling characteristics and quality

• 2.1Collate and review information on the influence of seed sowing times on the minimum height and timing of undercutting
• 2.2Chart the influence of seed spacings on root volume, foliage illumination and conditioning effectiveness
• 2.3Gather and review information on the influence of the spacing of cuttings on stem diameter, shoot development and root system quality
• 2.4Record the seasonal growth patterns of unconditioned seedlings in relation to the effects of spacing on seedling morphology
• 2.5Gather and review data on the growth patterns of seedlings subject to mechanical conditioning in relation to seedling sturdiness
• 2.6Monitor the influence of types and timing of conditioning treatments on seedling morphology and physiology
• 2.7Review the influence of types and timing of conditioning treatments on root system quality

3 Review the impact of tree stock topping practices on seedling characteristics and quality

• 3.1Compare the impact of topping before and after undercutting on fibrous root development
• 3.2Monitor the impact of re-topping on bud and shoot development
• 3.3Record the effects of topping severity on seedling malformation

4 Inoculate seedbeds with mycorrhizae

• 4.1Identify different types of mycorrhizal fungi
• 4.2Identify the types of mycorrhizal fungi associated with different tree species
• 4.3Confirm operational, safety and environmental protection procedures, including use of personal protective equipment for inoculating seedbeds with mycorrhizae
• 4.4Select and check for serviceability tools, equipment and materials for inoculating seedbeds according to workplace procedures
• 4.5Inoculate seed beds with mycorrhizae in accordance with workplace procedures

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