Analyze crop samples.

Analysis may include items such as

• moisture content
• foliage size
• pod size
• kernel/seed size/damage
• stage of maturity
• color
• odor (e.g., musty, moldy, sour)
• cut characteristics
• foreign material (e.g., excreta, metals, stones)
• weed content
• shape/markings
• other characteristics as identified in the FFA Agronomy Career Development Event (CDE) Links to an external site..

Process/Skill Questions:

• Why is it important to analyze a crop sample?
• How does moisture content affect the price/quality of a crop?
• How does moisture content affect the storability of a crop?
• How can producers identify nutrient deficiency symptoms by analyzing crop samples?