How to sample fruits, small seed lots and compartments according to NAL

The e-module 'How to sample fruits, small seed lots and compartments according to NAL' covers the three phases in the sampling process of small seed lots (≤ 30,000 seeds), as described in appendix II of the NAL-conditions, items 4, 6, and 7. With the correct NAL tables, you will also learn to determine the sampling size. Even employees who do not need to do this themselves will gain a better understanding of the entire sampling process.

Participation in the e-learning gives even more confidence in good sampling in these specific situations. Good sampling is the basis of a reliable test result.

The reason for this training is the change in the NAL-conditions as of October 1, 2024.

For whom?

This e-module is intended for English speaken employees of NAL-authorized companies.
There is also a Dutch online training version available of this e-learning module.

Employees who sample small seed lots or fruits must follow this online training module in 2025.
It is not necessary for the employee to have already attended the classroom training on seed sampling.

Location: Online training module in the Naktuinbouw Academy
Duration: Approximately 60-90 minutes of online training

Setup and content

With the help of process descriptions, visual material, and exercises, you will learn to correctly apply the sampling methods. At the end of this e-learning there is a knowledge quiz. You need at least a 80% score to earn your certificate. You can retry untill you succeed. After completing the evaluation form, you can download a certificate of participation.

Learning objectives

After completing this learning path:

• You will know more about the activities of Naktuinbouw.
• You will know the definitions of: a representative sample, fruit sampling, small seed lots, and compartment sampling.
• You will be able to divide the sampling process into three phases: preparation, execution, and completion.
• You will be able to sample fruits, small seed lots, and compartments according to NAL.
• You will know how to name and practically perform the different phases for sampling seed lots with less than 30,000 seeds.
• You will be able to determine the sampling size for lots with less than or equal to 30,000 seeds using the correct NAL tables.

We trust that after following this online learning path, you will be able to independently translate the gained knowledge into practice.

Rate

The cost for this online training is €75 per participant.

Questions?

Team Opleidingen (071) 332 62 70 / opleidingen@naktuinbouw.nl