Seedling Cultivation Worker (Agriculture)
いくびょうさぎょうしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Seedling cultivation workers handle tasks from seed sowing through germination and seedling management to transplanting preparation, ensuring the healthy growth of crop seedlings.
Description
Seedling cultivation workers (agriculture) perform seed sowing, management of seedling trays and pots, watering, temperature and humidity control, fertilizing, pest and disease control, and pre-transplanting adjustments to ensure the healthy growth of crop seedlings. Thinning and transplanting are carried out according to growth stages, while maintaining an appropriate environment. Work content varies depending on the target, such as outdoor seedling production, greenhouse seedling production, or open-field seedlings. Work plans are made according to weather conditions and crop characteristics, and machinery or automated watering systems may be utilized.
Future Outlook
While the shortage of workers is becoming more serious due to aging, automation and labor-saving technologies for seedling greenhouses are advancing. It is expected that the adoption of ICT agriculture for efficient seedling production and quality improvement will expand.
Personality Traits
Able to perform steady work / Excellent observation skills / Has patience / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Agricultural Corporation / Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Part-time / Part-time Worker / Self-employed
Career Path
Seedling Staff → Farm Work Staff → Greenhouse Manager → Horticulture Technician → Field Manager → Farm Manager
Required Skills
Fertilizing Work / Sowing Work / Temperature and Humidity Management / Watering Management
Recommended Skills
Greenhouse Management / ICT Agriculture Tools / Irrigation System Operation / Pesticide Sprayer Operation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to manage without missing changes in the condition of small seedlings. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves long hours of standing work and carrying heavy seedling trays. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly repetitive tasks following procedures, so creativity is not particularly required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | There is measurement and quantity management, but advanced mathematical skills are not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Agricultural Technology Certification
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Seedbed Worker
- Seedling Management Worker
- Seedling Staff
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