Broadacre Crop Growers are professionals who are responsible for planning, organizing, controlling, coordinating, and performing farming operations to grow various types of broadacre crops in Australia. These crops include cereals, oilseeds, pulses, sugar cane, rice, cotton, and pasture crops.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations within the Broadacre Crop Growers unit group require a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor's degree or higher qualification. However, in some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may also substitute for the formal qualification. This places the skill level of Broadacre Crop Growers at ANZSCO Skill Level 1.

Tasks Include:

• Planning and coordinating the production and marketing of broadacre crops, considering environmental and market factors from soil preparation to harvest.
• Planning crop production and selecting appropriate seed and plant stock.
• Coordinating and developing strategies for cultivating, fertilizing, and watering to maintain optimal production, crop health, and growing conditions.
• Organizing farming operations and routines, such as collecting, storing, grading, and packaging produce.
• Planning and coordinating the sale, purchase, and dispatch of produce.
• Directing and overseeing general farming activities to maintain crop health, manage biosecurity and other risks, and control pests and weeds.
• Planning and overseeing the provision and maintenance of infrastructure, including equipment, machinery, sheds, water supply, and irrigation systems.
• Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity, and planning production accordingly.
• Overseeing data collection, analysis, and farm technology systems.
• Managing business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt, and loan management.
• Selecting, training, and supervising staff and contractors (where applicable).

Occupations:

• 121511 Cotton Grower
• 121512 Grain, Oilseed, Pulse or Pasture Grower / Field Crop Grower
• 121513 Sugar Cane Grower
• 121599 Broadacre Crop Growers not elsewhere classified (including Tree Farmer)

121511 Cotton Grower

A Cotton Grower plans, organizes, controls, coordinates, and performs farming operations specifically for growing cotton.

Skill Level: 1

121512 Grain, Oilseed, Pulse or Pasture Grower / Field Crop Grower

Alternative Title: Grain, Oilseed, Pulse or Pasture Farm Manager

A Grain, Oilseed, Pulse, or Pasture Grower, also known as a Field Crop Grower, plans, organizes, controls, coordinates, and performs farming operations to grow a variety of crops such as grain (including certified seed and specialty grains), fodder, legumes, lupins, oilseeds, pulses, and pasture crops.

Skill Level: 1

121513 Sugar Cane Grower

Alternative Title: Sugar Cane Farm Manager

A Sugar Cane Grower plans, organizes, controls, coordinates, and performs farming operations specifically for growing sugar cane.

Skill Level: 1

121599 Broadacre Crop Growers not elsewhere classified

This occupation group covers Broadacre Crop Growers that are not classified under any specific category. This includes occupations such as Tree Farmer.

Skill Level: 1

Overall, Broadacre Crop Growers play a crucial role in the agricultural industry in Australia. Their expertise and knowledge contribute to the successful cultivation and production of various broadacre crops, ensuring a sustainable and thriving agricultural sector.