1313-19	Vegetable Grower
	Vegetable Farm Manager
	Market Gardener

Plans, directs, coordinates and performs farming, greenhouse and market garden operations to grow vegetables.

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 vegetable crops from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
• selects and plants seeds and seedlings in fields using farm machinery and garden tools
• controls temperature, light and humidity in greenhouses to maintain optimal growing conditions
• 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
• may select, train and supervise staff and contractors

Specialisations:
Olericulturalist

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