Crop Fertilization Manager
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who conducts soil analysis, fertilizer application planning, and environmental management for crops such as vegetables and fruit trees to optimize growth and improve quality.
Description
Crop Fertilization Managers perform soil analysis, evaluate nutrient balance, and formulate and implement fertilizer application plans for crops such as vegetables and fruit trees grown in greenhouses or open fields. They also optimize growth through environmental controls such as temperature, humidity, and CO2 concentration, along with irrigation management, aiming to improve yield and quality. They handle determining optimal harvest timing, quality inspections, and a wide range of tasks including facility maintenance and materials management.
Future Outlook
With growing emphasis on food safety and quality, demand for precision agriculture is increasing, raising the need for fertilization management technicians utilizing ICT.
Personality Traits
Excellent observation skills / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Greenhouse Duty / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations
Career Path
Crop Fertilization Manager → Horticultural Technician → Farm Manager → Agricultural Consultant → Researcher (Agricultural Experiment Station)
Required Skills
Fertilization Planning / Greenhouse Environmental Control / Irrigation Management / Quality Management / Soil Analysis
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Pest and Disease Diagnosis / Sensor Operation / Sustainable Agriculture
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To assess soil analysis and nutrient balance |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in trace elements affect growth |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it is necessary to calculate fertilizer mixing ratios and application rates per area |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of greenhouse and outdoor work, and handling heavy materials |
| Planning & Organization | To plan and execute appropriate fertilization schedules and environmental management |
Related Qualifications
- Agricultural Technician Certification
- Pesticide Management Supervisor
Related Jobs
- Horticultural Technician
- Orchard Worker
- Vegetable Grower