Crop Farmers

Snapshot

Crop Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to grow crops.

Job stats
How many are employed in this occupation?	50700
What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)?	$680
How does unemployment compare with other occupations?	below average
What is the vacancy level for this occupation?	low
What are the job prospects for this occupation?	average

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops, such as grain, cotton, sugar cane, fruit and nuts, vegetables, turf and flowers, from soil preparation to harvest taking into account environmental and market factors
selecting and planting seeds, seedlings and bulbs, and grafting new varieties to root stocks
maintaining crop production by cultivating, de-budding and pruning, and maintaining optimal growing conditions
organising and conducting farming operations, such as collecting, storing, grading and packaging produce, and organising the sale, purchase and despatch of produce
directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising and pest and weed control
maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning crop preparation and production to meet contract requirements and market demand
managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
may select, train and supervise staff and contractors.