Advanced Seed Quality
Farming
A course by
Massey University
A 2-day in-person course focusing on post-harvest seed quality, including factors contributing to quality loss, assessment methods, and technologies to enhance seed quality. Designed for professionals in seed production, processing, quality assurance, and storage.
NZ$845
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand post-harvest seed quality management
Explain where and why loss of seed quality can occur in the seed value chain and apply methods to mitigate these risks.
Assess seed quality using contemporary methods
Utilise technologies and certificates to evaluate seed quality including germination, vigour, and new testing techniques.
About This Course
Seed quality is key to food and nutritional security, with losses possible throughout the value chain. This intensive course focuses on how to manage post-harvest seed quality, why losses occur, practical assessment methods, and the tools for enhancing and retaining seed quality. Participants gain skills directly applicable for informed decision-making in seed management roles.
Course Content
- Assessing and enhancing seed quality (germination, priming, vigour, analysis certificates, assessment technologies)
- Seed processing (treatments, drying, cleaning)
- Factors impacting seed quality (moisture, health)
Build towards these roles
Seed TechnicianSeed Quality Assurance OfficerSeed Processing OperativeAgricultural TechnicianWarehouse Technician
Build skills in these industries
AgricultureFood & Beverage
