Occupation

151332 Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farmer

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

151332 Broadacre Crop and Livestock Farmer

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming and farm management activities involving the cultivation of broadacre crops and the breeding and raising of livestock.

Alternative title

  • Farmer and Grazier

Specialisations

  • Cattle and Wheat Farmer
  • Sheep and Wheat Farmer

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Grows broadacre crops, and breeds and raises animals for the production of food, wool, skins, milk or eggs
  • Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of livestock, including by providing pastures, fodder and water
  • Plans and maintains broadacre crop production by selecting seed and coordinating cultivation, fertilising, watering and crop health strategies
  • Develops and oversees strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
  • Plans and oversees the provision and maintenance of broadacre crop and livestock farming infrastructure, such as equipment, machinery, sheds, and water supply and irrigation systems
  • Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
  • Maintains and evaluates records of broadacre crop and livestock farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
  • Manages broadacre crop and livestock farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
  • May select, train and supervise broadacre crop and livestock farm staff and contractors