Unit Award Scheme

116558 ALLOTMENTS (UNIT 6): A CASE STUDY OF POTATOES

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	select seed potatoes and place them in egg boxes for chitting	Summary sheet
2	prepare the ground for planting, ensuring it has been weeded and forked over to create a fine tilth	Summary sheet
3	follow instructions to plant the tubers at suitable intervals and with their chits up	Summary sheet
4	cover the tubers and hoe up the ridges	Summary sheet
5	monitor the ridges for leaf growth and continue to earth up, water and weed as needed	Summary sheet
6	dig up a plant and the potatoes when ready, following instructions	Summary sheet
7	take part in a preparation, cooking and tasting session with the harvested potatoes	Summary sheet
8	prepare the empty ground for follow on planting	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
9	how the seed potato feeds the plant and how the crop forms	Student completed work
10	the importance of earthing up regularly to prevent frost damage and greening	Student completed work
11	the key signs the potatoes are ready for harvesting.	Student completed work

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 13 January 2022Level - Level One