Specs - What Are They?

Modified on Tue, 27 Aug, 2024 at 6:55 AM

Users have the option of adding specs while creating/editing loads or stock updates.

Below are some of the specs available for users to choose from for top commodities:

Spec	Full Form	Commodities Applicable	Unit	Definition
VARP	Variety Purity	Barley, Lentils, Chickpeas, Oats	%	Percentage of grains in the sample that belong to the declared variety. This helps ensure the specific characteristics and quality of the grain are maintained.
MOGR	Moisture	Barley, Canola, Sorghum, Lentils, Chickpeas, Oats	%	Percentage of water weight present in the grain. High moisture content can affect storage stability and processing quality.
PRGR	Protein	Barley, Canola, Sorghum	%	Percentage of crude protein present in the grain. This is important for nutritional and economic value
TWT	Test Weight	Barley, Sorghum, Oats, Canola	kg/hL	Weight of grain in kilograms per hectolitre (100 litres). Higher test weight generally indicates denser grains and higher yields.
RET	Retention	Barley	%	Percentage of grains retained on a sieve with specific mesh size. Indicates larger grains and potential processing challenges.
SCRN	Screenings	Barley, Canola, Sorghum, Oats	%	Percentage of material smaller than the minimum sieve size in the sample. Includes broken grains, foreign material, and dust.
COIL	Oil Content *	Canola	%	Percentage of oil present in the canola seeds. This is a crucial indicator of yield and market value
IMPU	Impurities *	Canola	%	Percentage of foreign material (excluding brush) present in the canola sample. Affects purity and processing efficiency.
BRSH	Brush	Canola	%	Percentage of brush and stem fragments present in the canola sample. Primarily impacts oil yield and extraction.
FGNM	Foreign Grain and Material	Sorghum	%	Percentage of foreign grains and material other than sorghum present in the sample. Affects purity and market value.
DFCT	Defects	Sorghum	%	Percentage of grains with visible defects such as broken kernels, discolouration, or insect damage. Impacts appearance and potential processing issues.
DEFG	Defective Grain	Lentils, Chickpeas	%	Percentage of grains with visible defects like cracks, splits, discolouration, or insect damage. Affects marketability and processing options.
PSCC	Peas and Small Chickpeas	Lentils	%	Percentage of peas and small chickpeas present in the lentil sample. May need separate handling or affect value depending on market demands.
PKC	Pigeon Peas and Kernels	Lentils	%	Percentage of pigeon peas and kernels present in the lentil sample. Not typically desired in lentils and can impact market acceptance.
ODEF	Other Defects	Lentils	%	Percentage of other defects not covered by DEFG, such as shrivelled grains, immature grains, or weed seeds. Can affect overall quality and yield.
PCOL	Pink Colour	Chickpeas	%	Percentage of chickpeas with a pink colouration. Depending on market preferences, pink kernels may affect marketability or require separate processing.
FMAT	Foreign Material	Chickpeas	%	Percentage of foreign material (excluding mouldy grain) present in the chickpea sample. Impacts purity and processing challenges.
MLD	Mouldy Grain	Chickpeas	%	Percentage of chickpea grains infected with mould. Affects food safety and marketability.
UNM	Unmillable Grain	Oats	%	Percentage of oat grains that cannot be milled into usable products due to various defects or immaturity. Impacts milling yields and product quality.
DAMS	Damaged Grain	Oats	%	Percentage of oat grains with visible damage from mechanical harvesting, handling, or storage. May affect appearance and processing options.