Career - Farmer

Farmers will decide or advise on the kind of crops to be grown, the area to be sown or planted and the livestock to be raised and plan the type of farming activities to be undertaken, estimate operating costs and order supplies such as seed, fertiliser, livestock fodder and farm equipment. They will recruit and coordinate farm workers and direct them on crop growing and livestock raising and plant, spray, fertilise, harvest and sell crops. They will handle, load and transport livestock for showing, slaughter or sale and clean and maintain buildings, sheds, pens, equipment and facilities to maintain health standards and high-quality of produce. They
will monitor animal health and seek veterinary advice when necessary. They will ensure there is adequate food supply, water and protection from the weather for livestock and ensure temperature, ventilation and lighting conditions are comfortable for livestock kept indoors. They will observe and record produce quality or livestock body weight and condition, adjusting management or feeding programs if required and manage the strategic direction of the business and also manage the financial aspects of the business by controlling income and expenses. They will plan activities to minimise environmental degradation, monitor environmental effects of farming activities and repair existing damage through programs such as tree planting.

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