Managers in farming and growing
Managers in farming and growing
Managers in farming and growing
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The farm manager is the individual in overall control of what happens across the farm buildings and wider site.
They have the ultimate responsibility to ensure that all ethical and legislative controls are in place. They must manage livestock, buildings, and land to ensure that running a profitable business while feeding the nation does not comprise the environment.
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Their responsibilities extend from efficient management of waste, through control of greenhouse gas emissions, to correct treatment of water across the site.
It does not end there though; farmers also keep a keen eye on the storage of potential pollutants on site, both monitor and encourage biodiversity, and work tirelessly to maintain the soil health of their fields.
You can find out more about the responsibilities of this role in our poultry, crops, and livestock farm manager profiles.