Turf Grower

Description

Plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to grow horticultural crops such as flowers, fruit, grapes, nuts, turf and vegetables.

Tasks include

• Plans, organises and coordinates the production and marketing of turf, taking into account environmental and market factors
• Selects and purchases grass seeds, fertilisers and other supplies required for turf production
• Coordinates and develops strategies for cultivating, fertilising and irrigating turf to maintain optimal production, turf health and growing conditions
• Monitors and maintains turf health by managing biosecurity and other risks, and controlling pests, weeds and disease
• Directs and oversees the harvesting and packaging of turf
• Plans and coordinates the sale, purchase and dispatch of turf
• Plans and oversees the provision and maintenance of turf growing infrastructure and equipment, such as sheds, fences, machinery, and water supply and irrigation systems
• Maintains and evaluates records of turf growing activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages turf farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise turf farm staff and contractors