Farm Manager
Millennium Farms
Posted on 4 Sep
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Job Description
Roles & Responsibilities
The Opportunity
In this field-based leadership role, you will be responsible for the full cycle of orchard management from planning and planting to harvesting and post-harvest handling. You will drive productivity, crop quality, and resource efficiency while ensuring that all farming practices align with both local and international standards.
What You ll Do
- Manage daily operations across orchard fields, including irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and pruning, tailored to mango, banana, and avocado crops.
- Lead and coach the field team to meet production targets and maintain high-quality crop outcomes.
- Monitor plant health, soil conditions, and weather patterns to optimize growing conditions and yield.
- Coordinate with agronomy, logistics, and supply chain teams to align farm activities with harvesting and distribution schedules.
- Implement and monitor compliance with Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), health and safety regulations, and sustainability initiatives.
- Oversee resource planning, labor allocation, and cost control to improve efficiency and reduce waste.
Greenhouse & Open-Field Management
- Manage all greenhouse crops, including tomatoes, peppers (capsicum/sweet bite), and cucumbers, from nursery stage to harvest.
- Oversee all open-field crops, including watermelon, melon, pumpkin, and eggplant, ensuring proper land preparation, planting, and cultivation techniques.
- Develop and oversee planting schedules, crop rotation, and irrigation strategies for all open-field crops.
- Monitor crop health daily, identifying and addressing issues related to pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies.
- Manage all aspects of cultivation, including land preparation, seeding, fertilization, and weed control.
- Monitor crop development and health, making data-driven decisions to maximize yield and quality.
- Coordinate the use, maintenance, and efficient operation of large-scale farm machinery.
Desired Candidate Profile
What You ll Bring
- Minimum of 12-15 years of experience in farm management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory role.
- Proven experience managing both greenhouse and open-field operations.
- Specific knowledge of the cultivation requirements for Tomato, Pepper, Cucumber, Watermelon, Melon, Pumpkin, and Eggplant.
- Bachelor s degree in agriculture, Horticulture, or a related field; a Master s degree is a plus.
- Strong understanding of orchard cultivation practices, crop nutrition, irrigation systems, and harvest planning.
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to manage teams and resolve field-level challenges effectively.
- Proficiency in agricultural software tools and Microsoft Office; fluent in English.
Company Industry
- Agriculture
- Dairy
- Poultry
- Livestock
Department / Functional Area
- Administration
Keywords
- Farm Manager
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