How do they match: Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

  • Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers

  • Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.

  • Analyze market conditions to determine acreage allocations.
  • Determine how to allocate resources and to respond to unanticipated problems, such as insect infestation, drought, and fire.
  • Hire, supervise, and train support workers.
  • Inspect facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, and perform necessary maintenance work.

  • Negotiate contracts for transportation, distribution, or logistics services.