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Fruit and Nut Farm Manager
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Plans, directs, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow fruit and nuts.
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:
- plans and manages the production and marketing of fruit and nut crops from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
- grafts new varieties to root stock and plants ground crops between rows of trees and bushes to control weeds and soil temperature
- 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 produce
- maintains and evaluates records of farming activities, monitors market activity and plans crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
- manages business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management, selects and purchases equipment
- may select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Specialisations:
Orchardist
Viticulturist
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