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General:
Advises farmers, agricultural businesses, rural industries and government on the production, processing and distribution of farm products.
Tasks Include:
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visits farms to inspect livestock and crops
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collects, analyses and evaluates data and samples of produce, feed, soil or other factors affecting production
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advises farmers on improving the production of crops and livestock, and alternative agricultural enterprises
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advises farmers on issues such as livestock and crop disease, control of pests and weeds, soil improvement, animal husbandry and feeding programs
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may demonstrate practical procedures used in solving agricultural problems or improving the efficiency of production
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may advise on production planning, financing and risk management |
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