FACTS Northern Ireland - Basis
FACTS Northern Ireland - Basis
FACTS Northern Ireland - Basis
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Aim<br />
MODULE 3 - NATURE AND PROPERTIES OF FERTILISERS<br />
To understand the properties and forms of manufactured fertilisers<br />
3.1 Competence<br />
Candidates should be able to advise customers on the most appropriate fertiliser form for their specific<br />
requirements.<br />
3.2 Performance Criteria<br />
Candidates must be able to:<br />
• describe the various chemical and physical properties of fertiliser types including<br />
a) granules<br />
b) prills<br />
c) blends<br />
d) compounds<br />
e) organo-mineral/semi-organics<br />
f) organic-based<br />
g) chelates<br />
h) pellets<br />
i) pastilles<br />
• advise on appropriate forms for given situations<br />
• understand the measurement units of nutrient declarations and ratios<br />
• calculate unit costs and undertake cost comparison of different products<br />
3.3 Essential Knowledge & Skills<br />
Candidates must have the ability to:<br />
• appreciate the range of products and formulations<br />
• appreciate the agronomic implications of the different forms of fertilisers<br />
• demonstrate awareness of fertiliser legislation and correct labelling (cf Section 6)<br />
• understand the agronomic implications of fertiliser declarations on bags and labels (the relevance of<br />
total and soluble nutrient contents)<br />
5% of total time<br />
19
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