Harvest Waste Tracking Checklist
Tracking harvest waste helps identify loss sources and implement improvements. Complete this checklist to document and categorize harvest losses.
- Industry: Agriculture
- Frequency: Each harvest
- Estimated Time: 15-20 minutes
- Role: Quality Manager / Field Supervisor
- Total Items: 31
- Compliance: USDA GAP, Good Agricultural Practices, Sustainability Standards
Field Losses
Document product left in field.
- Estimated Unharvested Product (%)
- Dropped/Ground Contact Product (%)
- Machine/Equipment Losses (%)
- Immature Product Left (%)
- Primary Cause of Field Losses
Quality Culls
Document product culled for quality.
- Undersized Product (%)
- Oversized Product (%)
- Pest Damage Culls (%)
- Disease Damage Culls (%)
- Mechanical Damage Culls (%)
- Weather Damage Culls (%)
Handling Losses
Document post-harvest handling losses.
- Bruising from Handling (%)
- Temperature-Related Damage (%)
- Contamination Losses (%)
- Packaging/Container Issues (%)
Waste Disposition
Document what happens to waste.
- Total Waste Weight (lbs)
- Total Waste (%)
- Sent to Composting (%)
- Used for Animal Feed (%)
- Sent to Secondary Market (%)
- Sent to Landfill (%)
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
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Why Use This Harvest Waste Tracking Checklist?
This harvest waste tracking checklist helps agriculture teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for quality manager / field supervisor professionals, this checklist covers 31 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: each harvest.
Ensures compliance with USDA GAP, Good Agricultural Practices, Sustainability Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Harvest Waste Tracking Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 31 inspection items across 6 sections: Field Losses, Quality Culls, Handling Losses, Waste Disposition, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification. It is designed for agriculture operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed each harvest. Each completion takes approximately 15-20 minutes.
Who should use this Harvest Waste Tracking Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Quality Manager / Field Supervisor professionals in the agriculture industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.