Potential earnings
£60,264.48
Managers and proprietors in this unit group plan, organise and co-ordinate the activities and resources of farming and mixed farming establishments cultivating arable crops, fruits, trees and shrubs, and/or raising cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry. Managers and proprietors in horticulture oversee the production of plants for wholesale and/or retail.
Main tasks
- Markets and arranges for the sale of crops, livestock and other farm or horticultural produce.
- Plans intensity and sequence of farm or horticultural operations and orders seed, fertiliser, equipment and other supplies.
- Decides or advises on the types of crops and/or produce to be grown or livestock raised.
- Produces and maintains records of production, finance and breeding.
- Determines financial, staffing and other short and long-term needs.
Source: Office for National Statistics.
Salary and earnings
Average earnings
£35,756.71
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
Skills & knowledge
The top 5 most important skills and knowledge requirements relevant to this career.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Writing
Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Speaking
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Food Production
Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food products (both plant and animal) for consumption, including storage/handling techniques.
Customer and Personal Service
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Economics and Accounting
Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial markets, banking and the analysis and reporting of financial data.
Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modelling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
Sales and Marketing
Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products or services. This includes marketing strategy and tactics, product demonstration, sales techniques, and sales control systems.
What course level do I need to study?
The level of study required will vary with each job, sector and company. The table below shows the level of study achieved by those currently working in this career choice.
Educational requirements: Level 3 NVQ; A Levels
Source: Office for National Statistics.
| Level of study | Percentage achieved |
|---|---|
| Level 0 | 5% |
| Level 1 | 6% |
| Level 2 | 27% |
| Level 3 | 16% |
| Level 4-5 (Higher Education) | 10% |
| Level 6 (Bachelors) | 29% |
| Level 7 (Masters or equivalent) | 5% |
| Level 8 (Doctorate) | 1% |
Source: Labour Force Survey (LFS) data.
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