Managers and Proprietors in Agriculture and Horticulture
Description
Managers and proprietors in this unit group plan, organise and co-ordinate the activities and resources of farming and mixed farming establishments cultivating arable crops, fruits, trees and shrubs, and/or raising cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry. Managers and proprietors in horticulture oversee the production of plants for wholesale and/or retail.
Tasks
- Markets and arranges for the sale of crops, livestock and other farm or horticultural produce.
- Plans intensity and sequence of farm or horticultural operations and orders seed, fertiliser, equipment and other supplies.
- Decides or advises on the types of crops and/or produce to be grown or livestock raised.
- Produces and maintains records of production, finance and breeding.
- Determines financial, staffing and other short and long-term needs.
Entry Requirements
Level 3 NVQ; A Levels
Skills
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Reading Comprehension
- Mathematics
- Speaking
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Active Learning
- Learning Strategies
- Science