Horticulture Production Manager Market-oriented Skilled Agricultural Workers

The standard horticultural practices, including but not limited to planting, pruning, corrective pruning, and fertilisation.

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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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Improving integrated pest management in horticulture

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Different elements and phases of project management.

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Principles of estimating and planning of forecasts for business activity, compile regular budget and reports.

The study of plant, soil structure, climatic and environmental issues in agronomical production.

Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.

Methods, principles and systems for supplying water to land or crops by means of pipes, sprinklers, ditches or streams.

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Principles of Irrigation

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The Principles of Irrigation Practice

John Andreas Widtsoe

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The techniques of selectively removing parts of trees and plants to foster better growth and regeneration.

Principles in growing crops, the natural cycle, nursing of nature, growth conditions and principles of organic and sustainable production. Quality criterias and requirements of seeds, plants and crop.

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Different types of greenhouses (plastic, glass) and other horticultural facilities such as hotbed, seedbed, irrigations systems, storage and protective facilities etc.

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Hydroponics and Protected Cultivation

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Awareness on enviromental legislation, policies, principles relevant for agriculture and forestry. Awareness of the impact on the enviroment of local agricultural precedures and practices. Means to adjust the production to …

Set of traits and values which guide the actions of a leader with her/his employees and the company and provide direction throughout her/his career. These principles are also an important …

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 …

The various methods, timing and equipment involved in harvesting different crops and plants.

Types of different propagation methods, materials and seeds and their criteria for health and quality.

The variety of plants, trees and shrubs and their special characteristics.

Diversity of soil elements and types of soil in relation to plant growth.

Different approached to pruning trees, such as thinning, removal, etc.

Quality criteria for storage facilities such as safe locking systems, ventilation, regularly inspected fireproofing systems, etc.

Different types of devices and facilities used to hold information and their quality criterias.

Execute disease and pest control activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the climate, plant or crop type, health and safety and environmental regulations. Store and handle pesticides …

Carry out plant growing activities. Carry out grow control considering the required terms and conditions for specific plant type.

Mow, pick or cut agricultural products manually or using appropriate tools and machinery. Take into account the relevant quality criteria of products, hygiene prescriptions and use the appropriate methods.

Maintain or ensure the maintenance of cleaning equipment, heating or air conditioning of storage facilities and the temperature of premises.

Make immediate operating decisions as necessary without reference to others, taking into account the circumstances and any relevant procedures and legislation. Determine alone which option is the best for a …

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 …

Analyse and identify the strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems; formulate and plan alternatives.

Prepare planting area and soil for planting by for example fertilising, mulching by hand or using mechanical tools or machinery; prepare seeds and plants for sowing and planting by ensuring …

Carry out propagation activities by applying appropriate propagation methods, such as grafted cutting propagation or generative propagation considering the plant type. Carry out propagation control considering the required terms and …

Store products to ensure the quality and in accordance with standards and regulations. Ensure the stock facilities are kept according to hygiene standards, regulating temperature, heating and air conditioning of …

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.

Take care of the heating and cooling of greenhouses. Work together with the Grounds and Buildings Manager in keeping the irrigation systems and the horticultural equipment in good condition.

Develop and advise on implementation of soil health and plant nutrition programs.

Develop plans for planting, calculate crop input requirements for all stages of the growth.

Analyse soil to determine type and quantity of fertiliser required for maximum production.

Manage and support overall plant health. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.

Manage and support overall soil nutrition. Practice sustainable gardening techniques and integrated pest management in gardens both outdoor and indoor.

Monitor orchards, fields and production areas to forecast when crops will be fully grown. Estimate how much damage the weather may cause to crops.

Operate horticultural equipment and assist with servicing. Ensure that vehicles are roadworthy before starting the work.

Carry out pruning with relevant tools, related to the different purposes like maintenance pruning, pruning for growth, pruning for fruiting, debudding and volume reduction.

Store and preserve crops in accordance with standards and regulations to ensure their quality. Ensure that storage facilities are kept according to hyginic standards, regulating temperature, heating and air conditioning …

Supervise and analyse overall crop production in order to ensure effective production process, taking into account the environmental regulations.

Use relevant information systems and databases to plan, manage and operate agricultural enterprise and production.

The study of combining agriculture production and protection and regeneration of natural environment. Includes the principles and methods of critical selection and adequate application methods for sustainability in agriculture.

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The customer-oriented management approach and basic principles of successful customer relations that focus on interactions with customers such as technical support, customer services, after-sales support and direct communication with the …

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Food safety standards (i.e. ISO 22000) developed by the recognised organisations for Standardization dealing with food safety. For example, the ISO 22000 international standard specifies the requirements for an effective …

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Legislation related to the food and feed industry including food manufacturing, hygiene, safety, raw materials, additives, GMOs, labelling, environmental and trade regulations.

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Aspects of agritourism involving agriculturally based activities to bring visitors to a farm.

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Scientific background of food safety which includes preparation, handling, and storage of food to minimise the risk of foodborne illness and other health hazards.

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Principles, techniques and regulations of organic farming. Organic farming or ecological agriculture is an agricultural production method, which places a strong emphasis on environmental protection and ecological balance.

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The study of how organisms interact and their relation to the ambient environment.

The techniques, methods and principles of conventional agronomical production.

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Understand business principles behind agricultural production and the marketing of its products.

Carry out fertilisation tasks by hand or using appropriate equipment according to fertilisation instructions taking into account the environmental, health and safety regulations and procedures.

Handle unforeseen incidents concerning animals and circumstances which call for urgent action in an appropriate professional manner.

Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.

Maintain an inventory of cultivation equipment and supplies. Order additional materials as needed.

Recruit and manage staff. This includes defining the job needs of the organisation, defining the criteria and process for recruitment. Develop the competences of the staff according current and future …

Come to an agreement between commercial partners with a focus on terms and conditions, specifications, delivery time, price etc.

Prepare planting area and soil for planting by fertilising, mulching and performing weed control. Take the conditions of the area, soil and plant type into account.

Perform customer adapted presentations of the farm organization and farm processes taking under consideration the farm sustainability and local environment.

Carry out assessment and recruitment of personnel for the production.

Choose the appropriate packages for food products taking into account attractiveness and suitability of the package. Use proper packaging for sending it safely and at a reasonable cost. Have awareness …

Use gardening equipment such as clippers, sprayers, mowers, chainsaws, complying to health and safety regulations.

Provide customers with advice on types and varieties of plants and flowers, floral arrangements and decorations for specific occasions.

Assist with snow removal. Operate snow equipment such as plough trucks, brush skid steers, front loaders, snow blowers and shovels.

Identify potential sites for landscape improvements. Read and interpret landscape plans. Implement soft and hard landscaping works such as paving, retainer walls, pathways, irrigation systems and street furnishings.

Select suitable flora and foliage to create floral arrangements and match arrangements with decorative accessories such as pieces of ceramic and vases.

Oversee the preparation of a variety of dishes such as soups, salads, fish, meats, vegetables or desserts. Participate in and direct food preparation either on a day-to-day basis, or for …

Implement and monitor activities so that all requirements of packing procedures and packing standards are met at all times.

Contribute to food plant design by assessing the processes, facilities and equipment needs, including monitoring activities and control.

Manage staff for agri-tourism activities on the farm such as planning and promoting products and services, B & B services, small scale catering, agri-tourism activities and leaisure or selling of …

Transform the primary farm product by tools and/or machinery into elaborated food products, respecting the quality objectives, hygiene and security legislation or rules.

Assemble and prepare customer orders based on agricultural product knowledge.

Communicate with wholesale suppliers and place orders for flowers, plants, fertilisers and seeds.

Prepare and arrange flower compositions according to design by applying necessary techniques and using necessary materials.

Explain the characteristics of a product and the way it was produced.

Provide services for agri-tourism activities on the farm. This may include providing Bed and Breakfast services, small scale catering, supporting agri-tourism activities and leisure such as riding, locally guided tours, …

Discuss and recommend different types of fertilisers, and explain when and how they should be prepared and applied.

Sell natural and artificial flowers, potted plants, soil, floral accessories, fertilisers and seeds.