Farm Manager
We''re looking for an experienced Farm Manager to take responsibility for a commercial vegetable-growing operation within an established fresh produce business.This is a hands-on management role, reporting directly to the Farm Director, with responsibility for planning, cultivation, planting and managing the day-to-day growing operation.You''ll oversee a range of vegetable crops, including potatoes, broccoli and cauliflower, across both organic and conventional production.The Role:Manage the day-to-day farming and growing operation.Plan planting programmes and manage crop rotations.Oversee land preparation, soil cultivation and planting.Ensure crops are planted at the right time and to the right standard.Monitor crop development, soil conditions, weeds, pests and diseases.Manage organic and conventional growing requirements.Lead two direct reports and an eight-person planting team.Manage labour, machinery, resources and farming costs.Monitor crop performance and identify ways to improve productivity.Work closely with the Farm Director, agronomists and wider business.What We''re Looking For:Previous experience in commercial vegetable production or farming management.Strong knowledge of cultivation, land preparation and planting.Experience with vegetable crops such as potatoes, broccoli, cauliflower or salads.Understanding of crop rotations and soil management.Experience managing teams and organising farming operations.Commercial awareness and the ability to manage resources ..... full job details .....
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