Agriculture
Agriculture is one of the mainstays of the Australian economy and for a long time it was considered one of its pillars.
Australia is also one of the pioneers in agricultural technology, which is paramount to our current and future food security.
The days of family remaining on the farm in remote, regional areas, are long gone as many seek opportunities overseas and many landowners find themselves facing a shortage of the skilled labour force that is vital to not only their growth but their very survival.
MMRecruitment is able to provide willing, skilled and motivated workers who can take up these skilled positions and provide the solutions to the skills gaps that are ever increasing.
Agriculture Related Visas
A visa that allows candidates to study in a related field whilst working part-time in an aged care centre and full-time during the course holidays
Training visa 407
A visa that permits candidates from outside or inside Australia to be upskilled towards a higher level within the industry.
TSS 482
This is a temporary skills shortage work visa that permits employers to sponsor candidates who have sufficient levels of work experience and appropriate studies in the area.
186 ENS
Employer Nomination Scheme allows companies to sponsor for permanent residence for those candidates whose occupations appear on the long-term list (MLTSSL)
The 494 Employer regional sponsored visa allows companies to sponsor a candidate with 3 years related work experience for a 5 year visa.
191 Regional Skilled Visa
This visa is a permanent visa allowing those with 3 years of regional work experience and a minimum threshold salary of $53,900 over this 3 year period to apply for PR
Labour agreements
The recent horticulture labour agreement is just one agreement that allows ag employers sponsor skilled workers into their workforce allowing for salary and skills concessions as well as English concessions to some degree.
DAMA
DAMA or Designated Area Migration Agreement allows employers to sponsor for occupations that do not appear on other occupation lists.
This visa allows international student graduates work full-time for a period of between 18 months to 4 years. It also allows employers to employ without the responsibility of sponsorship, with an opportunity to sponsor later.
Anzco Code
Flower Grower 121212
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs planting, cultivating and harvesting activities to grow flowering and foliage plants.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining – optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Grape Grower 121215
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow table or wine grapes.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Vegetable Grower (Aus) / Market Gardener (NZ) 121221
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming, greenhouse and market garden operations to grow vegetables.
Skill level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Grain, Oilseed or Pasture Grower (Aus)/Field Crop Grower (NZ) 121214
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow grain, oilseed, protein and pasture crops.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Mixed Crop Farmer 121216
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow a variety of crops.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Crop Farmers (NEC) 121299
Description
This occupation group covers Crop Farmers not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Beef Cattle Farmer 121312
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise beef cattle for meat and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Dairy Cattle Farmer 121313
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise dairy cattle for milk, meat and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Deer Farmer 121314
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise deer for meat, velvet, hides and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Goat Farmer 121315
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise goats for fibre, milk, meat and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Mixed Livestock Farmer 121317
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise a variety of livestock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Pig Farmer 121318
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise pigs for meat and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Sheep Farmer 121322
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise sheep for wool, meat and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Poultry Farmer 121321
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise chickens, turkeys, ducks and other poultry for eggs, meat and breeding stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Aquaculture Farmer 121111
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise fish and other aquatic stock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
Planning and coordinating the operation of hatcheries to produce fish fry, seed oysters, crayfish, marron and prawns taking into account environmental and market factors
Monitoring the environment to maintain optimal growing conditions
Identifying and controlling environmental toxins and diseases
Monitoring stock growth rates to determine when to harvest
Transporting fish, crayfish, marron, prawns and sticks of seed oysters to new tanks, ponds, cages and floating net pens
Directing and overseeing the harvesting, grading and packaging of fish, oysters and other aquatic stock
Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of fish stock
Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring
market activity and planning production accordingly
Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Livestock Farmers (NEC) 121399
Description
This occupation group covers Livestock Farmers not elsewhere classified.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
– Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
– Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
– Moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
– Organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
– Maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer 121411
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to both grow crops and to breed and raise livestock.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops and livestock
Breeding and raising livestock for the production of meat, wool, skins, milk or eggs, and growing grain, seed crops, vegetables, fruit or nuts
Monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
Providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
Selecting and purchasing seed for planting, planning and implementing breeding programs
Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising, and pest and weed control
Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
Managing business capital, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Cotton Grower 121211
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow cotton.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Fruit or Nut Grower 121213
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow fruit and nuts.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Sugar Cane Grower 121217
Description
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow sugar cane.
Skill Level 1
Occupations at Skill Level 1 have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks
– Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
– Selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
– Maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
– Organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
– Directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
– Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
– Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
– Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
– May select, train and supervise staff and contractors
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