Farmer

#
7 months ago
#
Full Time
#
Albania
#
€2K - €15K gross / year

Overview

A farmer is an agricultural worker responsible for cultivating crops, raising livestock, and managing agricultural operations to produce food, fiber, and other products. Farmers play a crucial role in the food supply chain, contributing to food security, rural economies, and environmental sustainability. Their work involves a combination of manual labor, technical knowledge, and business management skills.


Duties

Crop Cultivation:

  • Prepare soil for planting crops, including plowing, tilling, and fertilizing.
  • Plant seeds or seedlings according to seasonal and regional requirements.

Livestock Care:

  • Feed and water livestock animals daily, ensuring they receive adequate nutrition.
  • Provide shelter and bedding for animals, maintaining clean and hygienic conditions.

Equipment Operation and Maintenance:

  • Operate farm machinery and equipment, such as tractors, plows, seeders, and harvesters.
  • Perform routine maintenance tasks on machinery, including oil changes, lubrication, and repairs.

Harvesting and Processing:

  • Coordinate harvest activities, including scheduling labor and equipment.
  • Use appropriate tools and techniques for harvesting crops, such as handpicking or mechanical harvesting.

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated expertise in crop cultivation, livestock management, and farm operations, acquired through practical experience or formal education in agriculture or related fields.
  • Strong physical fitness and stamina to endure the demands of manual labor, outdoor work, and long hours in varying weather conditions.
  • Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and repairing farm machinery, equipment, and tools, with a keen understanding of mechanical systems and troubleshooting.

Overall, farmers perform a wide range of tasks to produce food, fiber, and other agricultural products while stewarding natural resources, managing financial risks, and complying with regulatory requirements.

Other similar jobs

Security Officer

Full Time

Malta

€24.50K - €27.50K

View Details

Packaging Worker

Full Time

Malta

€18K - €24K

View Details

Spa Therapist

Full Time

Czechia

€15K - €30K

View Details