Mixed Farmer Market-oriented Skilled Agricultural Workers
SaveWhat Does a Mixed Farmer Do?
Mixed farmers are responsible for managing all aspects of livestock and crop production as a small enterprise or for self-sufficiency.
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Agricultural Production Principles
Principles and conditions of organic and sustainable agricultural production.
These are common skills for this role, based on a European framework. Requirements vary between jobs, including in the UK. Real-world experience matters more than ticking every box - use this as a guide, not a checklist.
Skills You Need to Become a Mixed Farmer
Essential Skills
Essential Skills
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EssentialAgricultural Production Principles knowledge
Principles and conditions of organic and sustainable agricultural production.
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EssentialHealth And Safety Regulations knowledge
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
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EssentialLivestock Reproduction knowledge
Understand natural and artificial reproduction techniques, gestation periods and birthing for livestock. Understand the humane destruction of relevant animals in accordance with national legislation.
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EssentialAgronomical Production Principles knowledge
The techniques, methods and principles of conventional agronomical production.
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EssentialCrop Production Principles knowledge
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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EssentialEnvironmental Legislation In Agriculture And Forestry knowledge
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 …
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EssentialLivestock Farming Systems knowledge
The allocation of farming ressources in relation to livestock farming and husbandry systems.
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EssentialOperate Agricultural Machinery skill
Operate motorised agricultural equipment including tractors, balers, sprayers, ploughs, mowers, combines, earthmoving equipment, trucks, and irrigation equipment.
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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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Optional Skills (5 of 7 displayed)
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OptionalAgritourism knowledge
Aspects of agritourism involving agriculturally based activities to bring visitors to a farm.
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OptionalAgricultural Business Management knowledge
Understand business principles behind agricultural production and the marketing of its products.
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OptionalDairy Animal Production knowledge
Understand the life cycles of the animal in relation to milk production and the technical and economical aspects of milk production.
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OptionalManage 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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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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OptionalManage 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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OptionalMarket 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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