agricultural business management
The business principles behind agricultural production and the marketing of its products.
Vineyard managers orchestrate the conduct of the vineyard and the winery, in some cases also the administration and marketing.
Competences and skills
32 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesviticulture
Understanding of vine growth and principles of viticulture.
wine related sciences
Sciences such as chemistry, biology and microbiology, as well as laboratory skills, where they concern wine.
winery production process
Winery production processes and safety requirements. Winemaking principles. Engineering and flow process technology (pumps and hoses).
Cross-sector
4 competencesenvironmental legislation in agriculture and forestry
Awareness on environmental legislation, policies, principles relevant for agriculture and forestry. Awareness of the impact on the environment of local agricultural procedures and practices. Means to adjust the production to new environmental regulations and policies.
green
fertilisation principles
The study of plant, soil structure, climatic and environmental issues in agronomical production.
green
health and safety regulations
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
green
pest control in plants
Types and features of pests in plants and crops. Different kinds of pest control methods, activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the type of plant or crop, environmental and climate conditions and health and safety regulations. Storage and handling of products.
green
Essential skills and competences 14 competences
Occupation specific
1 competencemanage technical aspects of vineyard production
Control the whole production process in teræs of quantity and quality. Decide about new pratices in vineyard and winery by using internal information and consultation processus.
Sector-specific
10 competencescontrol grape quality
Discuss the quality and quantity of the grapes with viticulturists throughout the growing season.
control wine quality
Taste the wine and strive to improve the quality. Develop new styles of wine. Making sure that quality is maintained during all production stages, including when it is bottled. Records quality checks line with specifications. Assume responsibility for the maintenance of all quality parameters for all wines.
evaluate vineyard problems
Detect and assess vineyard problems. Recommendations effective, timely and economic solutions to deliver fruit of a high quality.
manage agricultural staff
Recruit and manage staff. This includes defining the job needs of the organisation, defining the criteria and process for recruitment. Develop the competences of the staff according current and future needs of the company and individuals. Ensure health and safety of the staff, including the implementation of all relevant health and safety procedures and relatations with regular follow-up procedures.
manage wine production
Manage the wine production and review the production pipeline and volumes.
monitor grounds maintenance
Supervise ground operations, such as mulching, weeding, bush-hogging, sweeping all walk areas, removing snow, repairing fences, and picking up trash.
monitor winemaking process
Conducts wine making and monitors processing steps. Supervises and participates in the bottling and labelling work.
oversee vineyard floor activities
Oversee the application of herbicides under vineyard trellis and the mowing of the rows.
supervise hygiene procedures in agricultural settings
Ensure that hygiene procedures in agricultural settings are followed, taking into account the regulations of specific areas of action e.q. livestock, plants, local farm products, etc.
supervise pest and disease control
Scout for pest damage, order pesticides as needed and within given budget, supervise mixing and application of pesticides, maintain records of pesticide application.
- Scope note
- Store and apply chemicals in accordance with manufacturers' directions. Ensure all appropriate personal protective equipment is used when applying chemicals. Maintain chemical log in accordance with legislative requirements.
Cross-sector
3 competencesmanage budgets
Plan, monitor, report on the budget and prepare set production budgets.
manage chemical testing procedures
Manage the procedures to be used in chemical testing by designing them and conducting tests accordingly.
manage production enterprise
Organise and instruct staff, plan production strategies and programmes including sales. Carry out input purchase orders, materials, equipment and manage stocks etc. Awareness of demands of the businesses customers and adjustments accordingly to plans and strategies. Estimate resources and control budget of enterprise applying business economics, production development and project management principles.
- Scope note
- It may include providing supervision, training and motivation for the staff, interns and volunteers.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
2 competencese-agriculture
The design and application of innovative ICT solutions in agriculture, horticulture, viniculture, fishery, forestry and livestock management.
digital
organic farming
Principles, techniques and regulations of organic farming. Organic farming or ecological agriculture is an agricultural production method, which places a strong emphasis on environmental protection and ecological balance.
green
Cross-sector
2 competencesagronomy
The study of combining agriculture production and protection and regeneration of natural environment. It includes the principles and methods of critical selection and adequate application methods for sustainability in agriculture.
green
business management principles
Principles governing business management methods such as strategy planning, methods of efficient production, people and resources coordination.
Optional skills and competences 6 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
4 competencesdevelop grape growing techniques
Develop growing techniques for wine grapes to improve wine quality and returns. Work on trellis design, canopy and fruit management, plant physiology, growth regulators, vine capacity and crop load determinations.
implement sales strategies
Carry out the plan to gain competitive advantage on the market by positioning the company's brand or product and by targeting the right audience to sell this brand or product to.
maintain relationship with customers
Build a lasting and meaningful relationship with customers in order to ensure satisfaction and fidelity by providing accurate and friendly advice and support, by delivering quality products and services and by supplying after-sales information and service.
manage agritourism activities
Manage staff for agri-tourism activities on the farm such as planning and promoting products and services, B&B services, small scale catering, agri-tourism activities and leisure or selling of small-scale local farm products. Train staff to carry out the different services according to the plan.
green
Cross-sector
2 competencesimplement marketing strategies
Implement strategies which aim to promote a specific product or service, using the developed marketing strategies.
use different communication channels
Make use of various types of communication channels such as verbal, handwritten, digital and telephonic communication with the purpose of constructing and sharing ideas or information.