QRS QualityWater and Soil Monitoring
Water and soil monitoring provides representative evidence for production decisions. A laboratory report alone is not a conformity or organic certificate for every product from a farm.
Define the scope correctly
Can one soil sample support fertilisation decisions for the entire holding?
Define sampling areas from soil characteristics, previous practices, slope and crop differences. Combining dissimilar areas may conceal important variation. Sampling method and depth should suit the assessment purpose. Use competent technical interpretation in the context of the relevant area and intended crop.
Should irrigation water and product-washing water use the same test list?
Purpose and product contact create different risks. Assess source, consumption patterns and applicable legal or programme requirements. One standard laboratory package may not suit every use. Explain which parameter supports which decision in the sampling plan.
Does laboratory accreditation cover every test on a report?
Check the particular method, matrix and test against the accreditation scope. A general logo does not establish identical coverage for all services. Sampling, transport and preservation also affect reliability. Read the report's qualifications and scope indicators carefully.
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