Mixed Crop Farmer

Position: Mixed Crop Farmer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $74,000 plus superannuation per annum  

Location: Kialla VIC 3631

Our client is seeking an experienced full-time Mixed Crop Farmer to join their team in Kialla, Victoria.

Tasks required include:

• Plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to grow a variety of crops.
• Advise on the type of crops to grow and determine the area to be planted or sown.
• Plan and manage crop production and marketing, from soil preparation to harvest, considering environmental and market factors.
• Choose and plant seeds, seedlings, bulbs, and graft new varieties to rootstocks.
• Maintain crops by cultivating soil, de-budding, pruning, and ensuring optimal growing conditions.
• Organize and conduct farming activities such as collecting, sorting, grading, and packaging produce.
• Arrange the sale, purchase, and transportation of produce.
• Direct and oversee general farming tasks like fertilizing, pest and weed control.
• Maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment, and water supply systems.
• Plan crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand.
• Supervise and train farm workers.
• Manage business finances, keep records of farming activities, and monitor market trends.
• Plan activities to minimize environmental impact.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field OR At least five (5) years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification
• At least five (5) years of relevant Farming experience.