drive agricultural machines
Drive tractors, forklifts and other vehicles to transport crops as well as to deliver high torque at low speeds. Move equipment in fields and around buildings, making the appropriate adjustments and maneuvers.
Horticulture workers carry out practical activities and assist in nurseries or greenhouses for the production of horticultural crops.
Competences and skills
62 ESCO relationsEssential skills and competences 16 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
14 competencesexecute fertilisation
Carry out fertilisation tasks by hand or using appropriate equipment according to fertilisation instructions taking into account the environmental, health and safety regulations and procedures.
grow plants
Carry out plant growing activities. Carry out grow control considering the required terms and conditions for specific plant type.
harvest crop
Mow, pick or cut agricultural crop products manually or using appropriate tools and machinery. Taking into account the relevant quality criteria of products, hygiene prescriptions and using the appropriate methods.
maintain the greenhouse
Perform maintenance work on greenhouses. Clean greenhouse windows, drains and gutters.
monitor fields
Monitor orchards, fields and production areas to forecast when crops will be fully grown. Estimate how much damage the weather may cause to crops.
nurse plants
Determine the need for nursing activities and carry out nursing by cultivating, maintaining, watering and spraying the plants and trees manually or using appropriate equipment, taking into account the plant species and following safety requirements.
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prepare planting area
Prepare planting area and soil for planting by for example fertilising, mulching by hand or using mechanical tools or machinery. Prepare seeds and plants for sowing and planting by ensuring the quality of seed and plants. Sow and plant by hand, using mechanical tools or machinery and in accordance with national legislation.
propagate plants
Carry out propagation activities by appling appropriate propagation methods such as grafted cutting propagation or generative propagation considering the plant type. Carry out propagation control considering the required terms and conditions for specific plant type.
prune plants
Carry out pruning with relevant tools, related to the different purposes like maintenance pruning, pruning for growth, pruning for fruiting, debudding and volume reduction.
store crops
Store and preserve crops in accordance with standards and regulations to ensure their quality. Ensure that storage facilities are kept according to hyginic standards, regulating temperature, heating and air conditioning of storage facilities.
store products
Keep products in a safe place in order to maintain their quality. Ensure the stock facilities meet hygiene standards, regulating temperature, heating and air conditioning of storage facilities.
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.
use gardening equipment
Use gardening equipment such as clippers, sprayers, mowers, chainsaws, complying to health and safety regulations.
Cross-sector
2 competencesmaintain gardening equipment
Perform daily maintenance on tools and equipment and report major faults to a superior.
maintain storage facilities
Maintain or ensure the maintenance of cleaning equipment, heating or air conditioning of storage facilities and the temperature of premises.
Optional knowledge 23 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
18 competencesaeroponics
The cultivation of plants without the use of an aggregate medium such as soil. The roots of plants are directly exposed to the surrounding air or mist and irrigated with nutrient solutions.
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crop production principles
Principles in growing crops, the natural cycle, nursing of nature, growth conditions and principles of organic and sustainable production. Quality criterias and requirements of seeds, plants and crop.
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food safety principles
Scientific background of food safety which includes preparation, handling, and storage of food to minimise the risk of foodborne illness and other health hazards.
greenhouse types
Different types of greenhouses (plastic, glass) and other horticultural facilities such as hotbed, seedbed, irrigations systems, storage and protective facilities etc.
horticulture principles
The standard horticultural practices, including but not limited to planting, pruning, corrective pruning, and fertilisation.
hydroponics
The cultivation of plants without the use of soil, by applying mineral nutrient solutions.
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integrated pest management
An integrated approach to the prevention and/or suppression of organisms harmful to plants that aims to keep the use of pesticides and other forms of intervention only to levels that are economically and ecologically justified and which reduce or minimise risks for the human health and the environment.
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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.
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plant disease control
Types and features of diseases in plants and crops. Different kinds 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.
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plant harvest methods
The various methods, timing and equipment involved in harvesting different crops and plants.
plant propagation
Types of different propagation methods, materials and seeds and their criteria for health and quality.
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plant species
The variety of plants, trees and shrubs and their special characteristics.
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pruning techniques
The techniques of selectively removing parts of trees and plants to foster better growth and regeneration.
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pruning types
Different approached to pruning trees, such as thinning, removal, etc.
quality criteria for storage facilities
Quality criteria for storage facilities such as safe locking systems, ventilation, regularly inspected fireproofing systems, etc.
soil structure
Diversity of soil elements and types of soil in relation to plant growth.
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types of storage facilities
Different types of devices and facilities used to hold information and their quality criterias.
watering principles
Methods, principles and systems for supplying water to land or crops by means of pipes, sprinklers, ditches or streams.
Cross-sector
5 competencesagritourism
Aspects of agritourism involving agriculturally based activities to bring visitors to a farm.
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- Scope note
- Agritourism may include a wide range of leisure activities for farm visitors: visitors can assist in the production process, pick fruit, feed animals, ride horses etc. It may include B&B services at a farm and also selling agricultural products directly on the farm.
agronomy
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.
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customer relationship management
The customer-oriented management approach and basic principles of successful customer relations that focus on interactions with customers such as technical support, customer services, after-sales support and direct communication with the customer.
fertilisation principles
The study of plant, soil structure, climatic and environmental issues in agronomical production.
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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.
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Optional skills and competences 23 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceprocess flower bulbs
Mechanical clean, disinfect and process flower bulbs.
Sector-specific
18 competencesadvise on plant fertilizer
Discuss and recommend different types of fertilisers, and explain when and how they should be prepared and applied.
apply alternate wetting and drying techniques
Implement alternate wetting and drying techniques in rice cultivation by applying irrigation water a few days after the disappearance of ponded water. Use a water tube to monitor water depth.
apply sustainable tillage techniques
Apply sustainable tillage techniques such as conservation tillage or no till farming in order to minimise the impact on soil.
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carry out work related calculations in agriculture
Calculate different kinds of on-site requirements in the agricultural, fishery and forestry sector by taking care of marketing and budgets.
coordinate greenhouse environment
Take care of the heating and cooling of greenhouses. Work together with the Grounds and Buildings Manager in keeping the irrigation systems and the horticultural equipment in good condition.
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create flower arrangements
Select suitable flora and foliage to create floral arrangements and match arrangements with decorative accessories such as pieces of ceramic and vases.
execute disease and pest control activities
Execute disease and pest control activities using conventional or biological methods taking into account the climate, plant or crop type, health and safety and environmental regulations. Store and handle pesticides in accordance with recomandation and legislation.
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- Scope note
- Tasks may include identifying types and features of diseases in plants and crop; carry out crop spraying, for weeds, pest and disease operations in line with relevant guidelines and customer requirements. Carry out slurry and fertiliser spreading in accordance with environmental regulations. Working with pesticides may require special certificates in some countries and recording the data about the usage of pesticides.
implement landscaping projects
Implement soft and hard landscaping works such as paving, retainer walls, pathways or irrigation systems based on already identified sites and according to landscaping plans.
perform on-farm product processing
Transform the primary farm product by tools and/or machinery into elaborated food products, respecting the quality objectives, hygiene and security legislation or rules.
pick orders of agricultural products
Assemble and prepare customer orders based on agricultural product knowledge.
place orders for flower products
Communicate with wholesale suppliers and place orders for flowers, plants, fertilisers and seeds.
prepare flower arrangements
Prepare and arrange flower compositions according to design by applying necessary techniques and using necessary materials.
present the farm facilities
Perform customer adapted presentations of the farm organization and farm processes taking under consideration the farm sustainability and local environment.
promote farm products
Explain the characteristics of a product and the way it was produced.
provide agri-touristic services
Provide services for agri-tourism activities on the farm. This may include providing B & B services, small scale catering, supporting agri-tourism activities and leisure such as riding, locally guide tours, giving information on farm production and history, selling of small-scale local farm products.
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select adequate packaging for food products
Choose the appropriate packages for food products taking into account attractiveness and suitability of the package. Use proper packaging for sending it safely and at a reasonable cost. Have awareness that packaging can also influence the product characteristics such as shape, weight or solidity. Balance out various aspects such as cost, attractivity and compliance with regulations and environment protection.
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sell flowers
Sell natural and artificial flowers, potted plants, soil, floral accessories, fertilisers and seeds.
use agricultural information systems and databases
Use relevant information systems and databases to plan, manage and operate agricultural enterprise and production.
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- Scope note
- Information systems and databases may include lists of plants, seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, livestock etc., but also monitoring systems for farm facilities, greenhouses etc. and keeping account of products quality, quantity etc.
Cross-sector
4 competencesadvise customers on types of flowers
Provide customers with advice on types and varieties of plants and flowers, floral arrangements and decorations for specific occasions.
direct the preparation of food
Oversee the preparation of a variety of dishes such as soups, salads, fish, meats, vegetables or desserts. Participate in and direct food preparation either on a day-to-day basis, or for special guests or events.
handle veterinary emergencies
Handle unforeseen incidents concerning animals and circumstances which call for urgent action in an appropriate professional manner.
keep task records
Organise and classify records of prepared reports and correspondence related to the performed work and progress records of tasks.