Manage the overall operations of a farm, ranch or orchard
Determine the amount and kinds of crops to be grown and livestock to be raised
Organise and co‑ordinate planting, cultivating and crop harvesting activities; raising and breeding of livestock and poultry
Hire and manage farm personnel
Establish a marketing program
Develop and keep financial and production records
Purchase farm machinery, livestock, seed, feed and other supplies
Maintain farm machinery, equipment and buildings
Perform farming duties
May collect data and use digital technology tools and equipment to enhance the sustainability of the farm
Managers in agriculture manage farms of various sizes which may specialise in particular crops such as wheat, apples or potatoes or raise particular livestock such as beef cattle, swine or poultry.