Explore Careers Persuade Career Profile Crop Farmer Holland Code: Persuade Knowledge is our most powerful engine of production. Katelyn Duncan In A Nutshell I grow food for people, feed for animals, and sometimes crops used to make fuel. I manage farm workers, keep financial and production records, and handle buying and caring for machines and buildings. I research new crop types, soil treatments, machinery, and technology to help make smart growing decisions. Swipe Potential Salary Range $43,000 - 71,000 Annually Which provinces would this job be in? AB Alberta BC British Columbia MB Manitoba NB New Brunswick NL Newfoundland & Labrador NS Nova Scotia ON Ontario PEI Prince Edward Island QC Quebec SK Saskwatchewan My work changes all year! During the busy season, I plant seeds, check on crops in the fields, spray for pests, and harvest. In the off-season, I’m in the office planning and handling paperwork. Workplace Outdoor Job Requirements & Duties Research and purchase seeds to plant for the season Prepare the soil for planting Prepare machinery for use in the field, and maintain it year-round Train employees on how to identify crop pests and diseases Manage finances and ensure employees and expenses are paid on time Oversee and participate in planting and harvesting Understand fertilizer and pesticide requirements, and make decisions about applications Manage our crops throughout the growing season, and coordinate the sale and transportation of crops after harvest Research crop and machinery innovations, and keep up to speed on industry trends and global crop markets Education & Training While no post-secondary education is required, a college or university degree in an agriculture-related field is very beneficial. People that are interested in this career will need to get hands-on experience in farm management in order to set themselves up for success. 100all Job Outlook Working in this field takes a lot of time and money, like other business careers. There will always be a need for food producers in Canada, so job opportunities are strong. Related School Subjects Ed. Prof. et Tech. Science Career Education 69 Math What words come to mind when thinking about this career? Crops Growing Farming Food Important Skills Organizational I’m responsible for running many different aspects of our cropping business; I have very developed coordination and organization skills so all aspects are given the right amount of attention. Critical Thinking I work with many professionals like agronomists, traders, and lawyers. I listen to their advice, then think carefully to decide what’s best for my family’s farm, since we’re responsible for our own decisions. Money Management Running a farm means growing, harvesting, and selling crops to make money. To keep the farm successful, I need to understand how to manage costs, create budgets, and watch market prices. adaptability-transformation-adjust-change-mutation-revolotion Adaptability So much of this job is dependent on the weather and other factors that are beyond my control. Crop farmers have to be able to adapt and respond effectively to unexpected challenges. Swipe The Best Things About This Job Are… Independent Work Own Boss Flexible Work Environment Seasonality Improves and Protects the Environment Making a Difference in the World Similar Careers Agronomist Horticulturist Livestock Farmer Helpful Links Row Crop Producer YouTube - Grain Farmers of Ontario YouTube - Meet a Canadian Vegetable Farmer Statistics Canada - Field Crops in Canada snapAG- Agriculture and Land Use snapAG- Crop Byproducts snapAG- Crop Rotation snapAG- Environmental Farm Plans snapAG- Grain Farm Technology Career Glossary Agronomist Expenses References Crop Farmer: Job Description and Career Advancement Info. (2019). General Farm Worker in Canada. (2020). Disclaimer All career information has been gathered from a variety of sources and compiled to provide a general idea as to what each career could entail. Agriculture in the Classroom Canada is committed to doing our best to ensure the information is current and reliable. However, we will not be liable for the accuracy of the information. Please contact us if you notice errors or would like to provide feedback.