Assist in analyzing existing operations in plants vegetables trees different animals livestock staff and financial documents and recommending improvements.
Prepare plans and schedules for planting and harvesting and ensuring staff understands expectations.
Visit different divisions to inspect crops and livestock and also perform tests on soil and water.
Ensure seeds fertilizers pesticides and other supplies are regularly restocked.
Schedule repairs maintenance and replacement of equipment and machinery.
Handle the marketing and sale of products produced on the farm like fruit vegetables dairy meat and grain.
Ensuring all farm staff adheres to health and safety regulations.
Assist with the recruitment and training of new staff members.
Collaborate with senior staff to prepare budgets and financial reports.
Build professional networks and keeping abreast of developments in agricultural science.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
Bachelors degree in agriculture animal science or equivalent.
Additional courses in business management or administration are recommended.
5 Years experience in a farmingrelated field.
A passion for agriculture and animals.
Excellent problemsolving analytical and critical thinking skills.
The ability to make decisions in stressful environments.
Superb communication and interpersonal skills.
Willingness to work overtime as required.
SKILLS
Initiative a proactive approach and flexibility
Good communications skills
Leadership motivational qualities and team working abilities
Financial forecasting and budgeting ability
Analytical skills
Commercial awareness and business management skills
Research skills enough to find and develop new markets for the business
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