Successful completion of the course and a pass in the examination is required in order to be licensed as a Crop Inspector under The Seed (Licensing and Enforcement etc.) (Scotland) Regulations 2016
The initial course includes theory and practical sessions and will last for 4 days.
The course will be limited to 12 participants in order that the full value of the practical demonstration and tuition may be obtained.
A further 2 days of practical work takes place in the Cereal Plots in late June/early July. On the first day there may be a 1-hour refresher on the main taxonomic characters if required. The final day will consist of a 2 hour plot test which will commence at 10:30 hours.
Candidates should bring a penknife, pen or pencil and for the June/July courses adequate waterproof clothing and suitable footwear.
For further details contact seeds@sasa.gov.scot
SASA