Farm Manager Market-oriented Skilled Agricultural Workers
SaveWhat Does a Farm Manager Do?
Farm managers plan and organise the daily operations, resourcing and business management of animal producing farms.
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Where Do I Start?
Pollution Prevention
The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.
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Skills You Need to Become a Farm Manager
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialPollution Prevention knowledge
The processes used to prevent pollution: precautions to pollution of the environment, procedures to counter pollution and associated equipment, and possible measures to protect the environment.
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EssentialEnvironmental Policy knowledge
Local, national and international policies dealing with the promotion of environmental sustainability and the development of projects which reduce negative environmental impact and improve the state of the environment.
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EssentialAgricultural Business Management knowledge
Understand business principles behind agricultural production and the marketing of its products.
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EssentialAgronomical Production Principles knowledge
The techniques, methods and principles of conventional agronomical production.
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EssentialManage Production Enterprise skill
Organise and instruct staff, plan production strategies and programmes including sales. Carry out input purchase orders, materials, equipment and manage stocks etc. Awareness of demands of the businesses customers and …
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EssentialOperate Farm Equipment skill
Supervise the smooth running of farm equipment which can include high pressure cleaning equipment, heating or air conditioning and monitor the temperature of premises. Make sure tractors and other vehicles …
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EssentialPresent The Farm Facilities skill
Perform customer adapted presentations of the farm organization and farm processes taking under consideration the farm sustainability and local environment.
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EssentialSupervise Hygiene Procedures In Agricultural Settings skill
Ensure that hygiene procedures in agricultural settings are followed, taking into account the regulations of specific areas of action e.q. livestock, plants, local farm products, etc.
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EssentialAssess The Necessity Of New Farming Technologies skill
Evaluate the development of new technologies and ideas and make decisions as to their use and appropriateness to a given farming situation.
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EssentialManage Farm Products skill
Manage the farm products by making contracts with customers and business partners to ensure the optimal production, taking into account the farms production plans and purpose.
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EssentialManage Farm Supplies skill
Manage farm supplies by taking care of the purchase and storing procedures. Select and purchase supplies and equipment such as seeds, livestock feed, fertilisers and farm machinery.
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EssentialMarket Farm Products skill
Market the products of the farm. Make sure that the product is ready for marketing and introduce the products to customers by using appropriate marketing methods.
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EssentialNegotiate Loan Agreements skill
Negotiate with banking professionals or other parties functioning as lenders in order to negotiate the interest rates and other aspects of the loan contract in order to obtain the most …
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Optional Skills (5 of 22 displayed)
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OptionalLivestock Species knowledge
Livestock species and relevant genetics.
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OptionalPest Control In Plants knowledge
Types and features of pests in plants and crops. Different kinds of pest control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, …
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OptionalPlant Disease Control knowledge
Types and features of diseases in plants and crops. Different kinds control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and …
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OptionalLivestock knowledge
The various types of animals that are bred, held captive and killed for human consumption.
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OptionalImplement Marketing Strategies skill
Implement strategies which aim to promote a specific product or service, using the developed marketing strategies.
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OptionalImplement Sales Strategies skill
Carry out the plan to gain competitive advantage on the market by positioning the company's brand or product and by targeting the right audience to sell this brand or product …
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OptionalManage Livestock skill
Manage production programmes, birth plans, sales, feed purchase orders, materials, equipment, housing, location and stock management. Manage the destruction of relevant animals in humane manner and in accordance with national …
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OptionalManage The Health And Welfare Of Livestock skill
Assess the current health status of your livestock. Manage any existing disease or disorder, including the requirements for isolation of livestock. Plan and manage a livestock health and welfare plan …
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OptionalReport Pollution Incidents skill
Examine the extent of the damage and consequences when an incident causes pollution, and report it to the relevant institution following pollution reporting procedures.
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OptionalTrain Employees skill
Lead and guide employees through a process in which they are taught the necessary skills for the perspective job. Organise activities aimed at introducing the work and systems or improving …
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OptionalUse A Computer skill
Utilise computer equipment or digital devices to facilitate quality control, data management, and communication. Follow instructions given by a computer programme, create computer files or documents.
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OptionalCreate Crop Protection Plans skill
Monitor crops for issues with crop protection. Design integrated control strategies. Assess the consequences of pesticide application. Keep up with developments in biotechnology to help reduce usage of chemicals. Manage …
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OptionalCreate Soil And Plant Improvement Programmes skill
Develop and advise on implementation of soil health and plant nutrition programs.
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OptionalEstimate Harvest Costs skill
Reasonably estimate harvest equipment needed, provide accurate harvest estimates and work within assigned budgets.
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OptionalHandle Chemical Products For Soil And Plants skill
Handle chemical products for soil and plants includes cleaning the equipment used for spreading and spraying, mixing of chemicals, preparing pesticides and herbicides for spraying, preparing fertilisers for spreading.
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OptionalMaintain Farm Equipment skill
Use oil, grease guns, and hand tools to lubricate, adjust, and make minor repairs to farm equipment.
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OptionalMaintain Plant Health skill
Manage and support overall plant health. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.
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OptionalMaintain Plant Soil Nutrition skill
Manage and support overall soil nutrition. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.
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OptionalManage Mechanically Controlled Livestock Production Environments skill
Ensure any equipment malfunctions within the mechanically controlled livestock production environment, are dealt with and reported to appropriate person where they are above your responsibility, as soon as possible. Ensure …
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OptionalManage Plans For The Storage Of Organic By-Products skill
Implement methods and procedures for the storage of organic by-products in line with existing legislation and health and safety policies. Monitor the plans implementation and react to potential issues.
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OptionalManage Plans For The Utilisation Of Organic By-Products skill
Implement plans for the utilisation of organic by-products. Ensure that plans for the utilisation of organic by-products are in accordance with relevant legislation, codes of practice and cropping policies. Ensure …
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OptionalMonitor Forage Grazing Plans skill
Manage the forage plan for grazing following the chosen production system. Determine the required quantity of conserved forages and the grazing plan based on the production systems and available resources.
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