Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers

Key Tasks

• •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

Employment Projections to 2035