Hay Grower (Non-Livestock)

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Industry & Occupation

Agriculture, Forestry, Fisheries & Environment

Classification

Summary

Agricultural worker who does not engage in livestock farming, handling seeding to harvesting, drying, and packaging of hay for feed.

Description

Hay Grower (Non-Livestock) is an agricultural worker specializing in the production of hay for feed. They prepare the soil, sow seeds, manage fertilizers and water, observe growth conditions, control pests and diseases, mow at the appropriate time, dry and package (such as round baling), and ship or store. With advancing mechanization, skills in operating and managing agricultural machinery such as tractors and mowers are required.

Future Outlook

With feed demand from the livestock industry, hay production for feed remains stable. Efficiency improves with mechanization and precision agriculture technologies, offering high potential for scale expansion.

Personality Traits

Diligent / Interested in the Natural Environment / Patient

Work Style

Outdoor Work / Seasonal / Small Team Work

Career Path

Apprentice Hay Grower → Hay Grower Manager → Farm Instructor → Independent Hay Farmer

Required Skills

Mower Operation / Plowing / Round Bale Forming / Soil Management / Tractor Operation

Recommended Skills

Basic Knowledge of Agricultural Machinery Maintenance / Basic Knowledge of Pesticides and Fertilizers / Large Special Vehicle Driver's License / Weather Forecasting

Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)

Item Description
Adaptability Because it is necessary to adjust work content according to weather and environmental changes.
Physical Stamina & Endurance Because it requires physical strength for long hours of outdoor work and farm machinery operation.
Planning & Organization Because it is necessary to systematically plan harvest timing and work processes.

Aliases

  • Hay Farmer

Related Jobs

  • Fodder Crop Grower
  • Hay Producer
  • Livestock Farmer

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