Grain, Oilseed, Pulse or Pasture Grower

Description

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to grow grain, including certified seed and specialty grains, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds, pulse and pasture crops.

Description

Plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to grow broadacre crops such as cereals, oilseeds, pulses, sugar cane, rice, cotton and pasture crops.

Tasks include

• Plans, organises and coordinates the production and marketing of grain, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds, pulse and pasture crops, taking into account environmental and market conditions
• Selects and purchases grain, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds, pulse and pasture seeds, fertilisers and other supplies required for crop production
• Coordinates and develops strategies for cultivating, fertilising and irrigating grain, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds, pulse and pasture crops to maintain optimal production, crop health and growing conditions
• Monitors and maintains crop health by managing biosecurity and other risks, and controlling pests, weeds and disease
• Directs and oversees the harvesting, storing, grading and packaging of grain, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds and pulses
• Plans and coordinates the sale, purchase and dispatch of grain, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds and pulses
• Plans and oversees the provision, maintenance and repairs of crop farming infrastructure and equipment, such as sheds, silos, fences and machinery
• Maintains and evaluates records of grain, fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds, pulse and pasture crop farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages grain, fodder, legume, lupin, oilseed, pulse and pasture crop farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise grain, fodder, legume, lupin, oilseed, pulse and pasture farm staff and contractors