U.S. Dept. of Labor code 11-9013.00Market Standard — pending BLS/OEWS enrichment

Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.

What this job is about

Manage agricultural operations to optimize production and sustainability.

What this work involves, step by step

AI can help most with the planning, drafting, and paperwork below — not the hands-on parts.

1
Collect growth and environmental data
Gather and record data on plant growth, production levels, and environmental conditions.
2
Monitor irrigation and environmental systems
Position and regulate irrigation systems while programming environmental control computers.
3
Direct crop production operations
Oversee planning, planting, fertilizing, and harvesting of crops to ensure optimal yield.
4
Analyze market conditions and allocate resources
Evaluate market trends to determine resource allocation for crops and livestock.
5
Prepare compliance reports
Compile and submit reports required by state and federal regulations.

Tools used in this work

Adobe PhotoshopAtlassian ConfluenceFacebookMicrosoft AccessMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Office softwareMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft WordSAP software

Free — no credit card required. 200 messages included.