1311-11	Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer
	Farmer and Grazier

Plans, directs, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise livestock and to grow crops.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include:

• breeds and raises livestock for meat, milk, wool, skins, and other animal products and grows grain, seed crops, vegetables, fruit and other crops
• plans and implements breeding programs
• monitors and maintains health of stock
• provides pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
• selects and purchases seed for planting
• directs and oversees general farming activities such as fertilising, pest and weed control
• maintains farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
• organises the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and other produce
• maintains and evaluates records of farming activities, monitors market activity and plans production accordingly
• manages business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• may select, train and supervise staff and contractors
  

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