Job Description
Farm Manager
About Company
We are leader in many countries in the world of agriculture: We function actively in agriculturally rich and diverse countries. And given our hands-on local experience and expertise, it's no surprise that we are leader in crop production.
A career with us is so exciting because it's not just about working in an international company. With us, "work" becomes a part of life, also thanks to additional offers. Because we are a pioneer in the field of human, animal, and plant health. Because we develop solutions that will ensure a sustainable future for the planet.
Experiences
10years to 20years
Responsibilities
As a farm manager, you'll need to:
Plan finances and production to maintain farm progress against budget parameters.
Undertake practical activities, such as driving tractors, operating machinery, feeding livestock or spraying fields.
Market our farm's products.
Buy supplies, such as fertiliser and seeds.
Arrange the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment.
Plan activities for trainee staff, mentoring and monitoring them.
Maintain and monitor the quality of yield, whether livestock or crops.
Understand the implications of the weather and make contingency plans.
Make sure products are ready for deadlines, such as auctions and markets.
Ensure that farm activities comply with government regulations.
Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with vets.
Maintain knowledge of pests and diseases and an understanding of how they spread and how to treat them.
Apply health and safety standards across the farm estate.
Protect the environment and maintaining biodiversity.
Keep financial records up to date.
Qualification
Previous hands-on farming experience and technical knowledge are as important as academic qualifications, and some employers may appoint you on the basis of your experience alone.
However, a degree is greatly valued and most farm managers hold at least a degree or HND/foundation degree in agriculture or a related subject such as:
agricultural engineering
crop management
farm business management
horticulture
land/estate management.
Further study to MSc or PhD level in relevant areas is possible if you want to follow the academic route - but this usually leads to research or teaching posts, rather than farm management.