agricultural business management
The business principles behind agricultural production and the marketing of its products.
Mixed farmers are responsible for managing all aspects of livestock and crop production as a small enterprise or for self-sufficiency.
Competences and skills
33 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 8 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencescrop 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.
green
livestock farming systems
The allocation of farming resources in relation to livestock farming and husbandry systems.
- Scope note
- Both organic and non-organic farming systems
livestock reproduction
The natural and artificial reproduction techniques, gestation periods and birthing for livestock.
sustainable agricultural production principles
Principles and conditions of organic and sustainable agricultural production.
green
Cross-sector
3 competencesagronomical production principles
The techniques, methods and principles of conventional agronomical production.
environmental 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
health and safety regulations
Necessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.
green
Essential skills and competences 10 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
10 competencesassign duties to agriculture workers
Assign duties, such as the cultivation, irrigation, or harvesting of crops or plants. Supervise product packaging or grading and equipment maintenance.
cultivate crops for biomass
Carry out the cultivation of crops for bio-mass, process of crops for bio-mass.
green
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.
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.
manage crop production
Perform crop production duties such as planning, tilling, planting, fertilising, cultivating, spraying, and harvesting. Supervise all steps of the crop production and ranging process, including planting, fertilising, harvesting, herding as well as controlling pests or weeds.
manage farm supplies
Manage farm supplies by taking care of the purchase and storing procedures. Select and purchase supplies and equipment such as seeds, livestock feed, fertilisers and farm machinery.
manage livestock
Plan production programmes, birth plans, sales, feed purchase orders, materials, equipment, housing, location and stock management. Plan the destruction of relevant animals in humane manner and in accordance with national legislation. Follow businesses requirements and integration into qualitative research and knowledge transfer.
operate agricultural machinery
Operate motorised agricultural equipment including tractors, balers, sprayers, ploughs, mowers, combines, earthmoving equipment, trucks, and irrigation equipment.
operate farm equipment
Supervise the smooth running of farm equipment which can include high pressure cleaning equipment, heating or air conditioning and monitor the temperature of premises. Make sure tractors and other vehicles are running smoothly. Interpret instructions given by computer programs and report simple operations.
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.
Cross-sector
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Optional knowledge 4 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
3 competencesagroecology
The study and application of ecological and agronomic concepts and principles to agricultural production systems.
green
dairy animal production
The life cycles of the animal in relation to milk production and the technical and economical aspects of milk production.
e-agriculture
The design and application of innovative ICT solutions in agriculture, horticulture, viniculture, fishery, forestry and livestock management.
digital
Cross-sector
1 competenceagritourism
Aspects of agritourism involving agriculturally based activities to bring visitors to a farm.
green
- 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.
Optional skills and competences 11 competences
Occupation specific
2 competencescomply with farm regulations
Ensure that farm activities comply with regulations.
move animals
Move grazing animals between pastures to ensure that they have enough fresh grass to eat. Manage their journey and accommodation needs.
Sector-specific
7 competencesapply sustainable tillage techniques
Apply sustainable tillage techniques such as conservation tillage or no till farming in order to minimise the impact on soil.
green
handle poultry
Handle poultry in compliance with animal welfare. Catch the poultry for examination or movement. Ensure safety of animals during loading for transport.
liaise with crop growers
Give advice to agronomical and horticultural crop growers regarding aspects such as the maintenance of crops and more technical information concerning business and product development issues.
manage farm products
Manage the farm products by making contracts with customers and business partners to ensure the optimal production, taking into account the farms production plans and purpose.
manage the health and welfare of livestock
Assess the current health status of your livestock. Manage any existing disease or disorder, including the requirements for isolation of livestock. Plan and manage a livestock health and welfare plan including clearly defined targets, consulting with specialists/advisers where appropriate. Work closely with the veterinary surgeon and other specialist consultants/advisers.
market farm products
Market the products of the farm. Make sure that the product is ready for marketing and introduce the products to customers by using appropriate marketing methods.
recycle livestock manure
Apply livestock manure management techniques at appropriate application windows to recycle livestock manure as organic nutrients for soil and lower the impact on the environment.
green
Cross-sector
2 competencesdevelop agricultural policies
Develop programmes for development of new technologies and methodologies in agriculture, as well as the development and implementation of improved sustainability and environmental awareness in agriculture.
green
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.