What it pays
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Half of all Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers in the U.S. earn more than $89,900 a year — the middle 80% land between $54,320 and $160,020. About 6,500 people in the U.S. do this work. Figures are for the U.S. occupation group “Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers”. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics survey, published 2025.) In India, Managers earn about ₹50,473 a month on average — around ₹6.1 lakh a year (government PLFS survey via ILOSTAT, occupation-family figure).
$89,900typical pay / year
6,500people in this work
$160,020+top 10% earn
₹6.1 lakha year in India (family avg)
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Protecting2
Maintain equipment and facilities
+Schedule the community garden maintenance round: list required repairs, order replacement parts for the…
Maintain equipment and facilities
+Schedule the community garden maintenance round: list required repairs, order replacement parts for the tiller and irrigation valves, assign weekly cleaning and tool checks to volunteers, and confirm the equipment service visit for next Wednesday so beds are cultivated for planting weekend.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Monitor soil conditions and crop health
+Walk each garden bed, record soil moisture, temperature and pH readings, photograph stressed plants, note…
Monitor soil conditions and crop health
+Walk each garden bed, record soil moisture, temperature and pH readings, photograph stressed plants, note pest or nutrient symptoms, flag beds needing irrigation or amendment, and send a one-page summary to the volunteer team by Sunday evening.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Move3
Supervise labor and farm workers
+Roster morning and afternoon crews for this week, confirm certifications and hygiene compliance for each…
Supervise labor and farm workers
+Roster morning and afternoon crews for this week, confirm certifications and hygiene compliance for each worker, assign tasks by bed and tool, note overtime risks, and send the final schedule with shift leads' contact details to everyone by Wednesday noon.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptionsO*NET
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Manage livestock and dairy operations
+Inspect the poultry and dairy pens today, record feed, water and health notes for each animal group, list…
Manage livestock and dairy operations
+Inspect the poultry and dairy pens today, record feed, water and health notes for each animal group, list treatments or vaccine needs, schedule the vet visit for Friday if anything is abnormal, and update the animal care log with signatures.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Plan and coordinate planting, fertilizing, and harvesting
+Draft next month's planting map with bed rotations, fertilizer rates and harvest windows, mark critical dates…
Plan and coordinate planting, fertilizing, and harvesting
+Draft next month's planting map with bed rotations, fertilizer rates and harvest windows, mark critical dates for sowing and final harvest, list machinery and crew needs, and circulate to the senior gardeners for sign-off by Tuesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft Exceljob descriptionsO*NET
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Keeping the record1
Purchase supplies and tools
+Compile the list of seeds, compost, tools and PPE needed this quarter, compare preferred suppliers' prices…
Purchase supplies and tools
+Compile the list of seeds, compost, tools and PPE needed this quarter, compare preferred suppliers' prices and delivery times, calculate total cost and lead times, and send a purchase request with three preferred vendors to the finance person by Friday noon.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptionsO*NET
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The daily work16
Coordinate marketing and sales activities
+Draft and schedule a two-week marketing push for our seasonal produce and seedlings: write three social…
Coordinate marketing and sales activities
+Draft and schedule a two-week marketing push for our seasonal produce and seedlings: write three social posts, a one-page flyer for the farmers market stall, set up a weekend seedling sale with prices, and email the volunteer sales rota to Nora and the market lead by Thursday.
The tools that do the workFacebookMicrosoft Wordjob descriptionsO*NET
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Manage all aspects of livestock and crop production
+Create the seasonal crop and livestock plan for beds A–F and the hen coop for June–November: list planting…
Manage all aspects of livestock and crop production
+Create the seasonal crop and livestock plan for beds A–F and the hen coop for June–November: list planting dates, feed and vaccination schedule, machinery needs, expected yields, and a harvest rotation to present at Monday’s operations meeting.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelESCOO*NET
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Hire, train, and supervise farm workers
+Prepare the hiring and training package for two part-time farm workers: write the job advert, a two-week…
Hire, train, and supervise farm workers
+Prepare the hiring and training package for two part-time farm workers: write the job advert, a two-week training timetable covering hygiene, machinery operation, and crop tasks, and a supervision checklist to review with applicants at interviews next Wednesday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Outlookjob descriptionsO*NET
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Collect and record growth, production, and environmental data.
+Set up the growth and environment tracking sheet for plots A–H: capture planting date, variety, germination…
Collect and record growth, production, and environmental data.
+Set up the growth and environment tracking sheet for plots A–H: capture planting date, variety, germination rate, weekly height, pest incidents, irrigation volumes, and temperature; ensure totals update automatically and share with the agronomy team by Friday.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft AccessO*NET
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Provide information to customers on the care of trees, shrubs, flowers, plants, and lawns.
+Draft a customer care sheet for tree and shrub buyers: list planting steps, watering schedule for the first…
Provide information to customers on the care of trees, shrubs, flowers, plants, and lawns.
+Draft a customer care sheet for tree and shrub buyers: list planting steps, watering schedule for the first year, pruning timings, common pests and remedies, and print 50 copies for Saturday’s plant clinic and post a PDF to the garden info page.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordFacebookO*NET
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Direct and monitor the transfer of mature fish to lakes, ponds, streams, or commercial tanks.
+Plan and log the transfer of mature trout from the nursery tank to the community pond: note transfer date,…
Direct and monitor the transfer of mature fish to lakes, ponds, streams, or commercial tanks.
+Plan and log the transfer of mature trout from the nursery tank to the community pond: note transfer date, oxygen and temperature checks, transport container specs, two-person crew, and post-transfer monitoring schedule; file the record in the aquaculture log today.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Evaluate marketing or sales alternatives for products.
+Compare three realistic ways to sell surplus tomatoes and herbs for the next season: weekly stall at Saturday…
Evaluate marketing or sales alternatives for products.
+Compare three realistic ways to sell surplus tomatoes and herbs for the next season: weekly stall at Saturday market with volunteer rota and pricing, a CSA subscription of four pickup points with share tiers, and supplying two local cafes with weekly deliveries — list expected revenue, labor hours, packaging needs, and risks.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelO*NET
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Develop long-term objectives and strategies
+Draft three linked five-year objectives for the garden: increase plot memberships by 40% through outreach…
Develop long-term objectives and strategies
+Draft three linked five-year objectives for the garden: increase plot memberships by 40% through outreach events, convert half the beds to low-water production systems, and establish an annual training programme for volunteers — include milestone years and measurable indicators.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft Wordjob descriptions
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Manage financial operations and budgets
+Prepare an annual operating budget that covers seed and feed, soil amendments, tool maintenance, volunteer…
Manage financial operations and budgets
+Prepare an annual operating budget that covers seed and feed, soil amendments, tool maintenance, volunteer stipends, and a contingency, then show monthly cashflow and a break-even point if veg sales and small grants cover 70% of costs.
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Package and store crops after harvest
+Write step-by-step post-harvest procedures to wash, grade, pack and label leafy greens and root crops for…
Package and store crops after harvest
+Write step-by-step post-harvest procedures to wash, grade, pack and label leafy greens and root crops for three-day fridge storage, assign hygiene checks, storage locations, and a weekly packing schedule for volunteers.
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Determine how to allocate resources and to respond to unanticipated problems, such as insect infestation, drought, and fire.
+Decide how to reallocate seed, compost, volunteer hours, and emergency cash for the next six weeks, and write…
Determine how to allocate resources and to respond to unanticipated problems, such as insect infestation, drought, and fire.
+Decide how to reallocate seed, compost, volunteer hours, and emergency cash for the next six weeks, and write step-by-step responses for insect outbreak, drought watering restrictions, and wildfire smoke evacuation so staff and plot-holders can act immediately.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Position and regulate plant irrigation systems, and program environmental and irrigation control computers.
+Map bed locations, note water lines and sun exposure, set irrigation valve zones and run schedules for…
Position and regulate plant irrigation systems, and program environmental and irrigation control computers.
+Map bed locations, note water lines and sun exposure, set irrigation valve zones and run schedules for morning and evening cycles, then upload the control settings and an override plan for heatwaves and pipe freezes so volunteers can follow them.
The tools that do the workAccutech Systems Corporation AccuFarm-MGRO*NET
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Prepare reports required by state and federal laws.
+Compile the last twelve months of planting, pesticide-free treatments, water usage, and volunteer logs,…
Prepare reports required by state and federal laws.
+Compile the last twelve months of planting, pesticide-free treatments, water usage, and volunteer logs, format required state and federal report sections, and produce a legally compliant packet to submit before the end-of-quarter deadline.
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Analyze soil to determine types or quantities of fertilizer required for maximum crop production.
+Analyze last season's yields, local farmers market prices, and available bed acreage, then produce a…
Analyze soil to determine types or quantities of fertilizer required for maximum crop production.
+Analyze last season's yields, local farmers market prices, and available bed acreage, then produce a prioritized planting plan that reallocates acreage to the highest-value crops while keeping rotation and soil health requirements intact.
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Analyze market conditions to determine acreage allocations.
+Design an integrated pest plan replacing synthetic sprays with trap crops, companion planting, targeted…
Analyze market conditions to determine acreage allocations.
+Design an integrated pest plan replacing synthetic sprays with trap crops, companion planting, targeted manual removal, and beneficial insect releases, then schedule implementation and volunteer training sessions for the next eight weeks.
The tools that do the workMicrosoft WordO*NET
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Replace chemical insecticides with environmentally friendly practices, such as adding pest-repelling plants to fields.
+Run soil tests from representative beds, convert lab nutrient results to fertilizer needs per crop, and…
Replace chemical insecticides with environmentally friendly practices, such as adding pest-repelling plants to fields.
+Run soil tests from representative beds, convert lab nutrient results to fertilizer needs per crop, and produce a shopping and application schedule that meets crop production goals without exceeding environmental limits.
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