Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to both grow crops and breed and raise livestock.
Fun facts
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NA Weekly Pay Before Tax
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84% full-time Full-Time Share
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25% female Gender Share
Tasks
There are many tasks done by mixed crop and livestock farmers. A few are listed below:
- planning and coordinating the production and marketing of crops and livestock
- breeding and raising livestock for the production of meat, wool, skins, milk or eggs, and growing grain, seed crops, vegetables, fruit or nuts
- monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
- providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
- selecting and purchasing seed for planting, planning and implementing breeding programs
- directing and overseeing general farming activities such as fertilising, and pest and weed control
- maintaining farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
- organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
- maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
- managing business capital, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
- may select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Specific occupations
- Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer
- Farmer and Grazier
- Sheep and Wheat Farmer
- Cattle and Wheat Farmer