If it is a union governed shoot they may or may not have to be part of the Producer's Guild, but usually an associate producer will not, and will be hired to only do tasks that other union positions do not have to do. Oftentimes, a co-producer will do the same functions of an associate producer, but they are still above an assistant producer on most sets.
Seed Starting Tips-Nicking Seeds. Nicking seeds is the process of opening the seed coat, or seed jacket, prior to planting them. This process makes it easier for water to penetrate the seed coat, and reach the seed germ inside. Water penetration is one essential ingredient to begin the seed sprouting process. Nicking seeds is common with large seeds, and seeds with a thick or hard seed coat. How to Nick Seeds. It's simple, but tedious task. Take a knife and cut or nick each seed. Just a small opening is all that is needed. Be careful not to cut deeply into the seed germ inside, as your can damage it. Be careful! Nicking seeds can easily lead to cut fingers and hands.
8. Do NOT heavily cover the seed, instead, gather a small amount of the seed start mix and dust it over the seed so that they can still receive light but have a light dusting on top. The easiest way to do this is by putting the seed start mix in a large mesh screen kitchen sifter/strainer.lmost any way except pouring water onto the seedlings. If they are in seed flats, put water in the bottom tray and let it wick up into the cells. You can also use a spray bottle to mist water onto the plants. A squeeze bulb, turkey baster, even a large syringe can be used though not as conveniently.