Becoming a Grain, Oilseed and Pasture Grower in Queensland

About this role

Plant, cultivate and harvest grain, oilseeds and/or pastures.

What you might do day-to-day in this job

Typical tasks for a Grain, Oilseed and Pasture Grower include:

• select and plant seeds
• cultivate crop production by maintaining optimal growing conditions
• harvest, store, grade and package crops for market and refinement or production.
• assist with the sale and dispatch of raw product
• perform or oversee farming activities such as fertilising, pest and weed control
• maintain farm buildings, fences, equipment and water supply systems
• keep and evaluate records of farming activities and plan production to meet market demands
• may select, train and supervise staff and contractors.