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Oras ng trabaho

• Farm Business Managers typically work full-time, with longer hours during planting and harvest seasons. Early mornings and weekend work are common, especially during peak operations.

Mga Karaniwang Tungkulin

• Oversee farm operations including planting, harvesting, livestock care, or equipment maintenance.
• Develop and manage budgets, payroll, and purchasing.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, buyers, and service providers.
• Hire, train, and supervise workers.
• Track market trends, weather patterns, and input costs to make smart financial decisions.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, labor, and safety regulations.

Mga Karagdagang Pananagutan

• Analyzing farm performance data to make improvements.
• Creating crop or livestock production plans for upcoming seasons.
• Coordinating logistics for transportation and distribution.
• Building partnerships with lenders, extension agents, and buyers.
• Introducing precision agriculture technologies or sustainability practices.

A Farm Business Manager’s day starts early, often with a visit to the fields or barns to check on crops and animals. They might walk through the fields to see if plants are growing well or inspect animals to make sure they are healthy and safe. They also check on farm equipment to see if any repairs or maintenance are needed.

Later, they head to the office to handle important paperwork. This could include making budgets, reviewing expenses, planning what crops to plant next, or arranging for supplies and equipment. They might also talk to buyers to decide the best time to sell the farm’s products.

Throughout the day, Farm Business Managers balance time outdoors with running the business side of farming. They meet with farm workers to organize tasks, solve problems, and share new farming techniques. Their job is a mix of hands-on work and smart decision-making to keep the farm productive and successful.

Soft Skills

• Pamumuno
• Paggawa ng desisyon
• Madiskarteng pag-iisip
• Komunikasyon
• Organisasyon
• Pagtugon sa suliranin
• Negosasyon
• Pamamahala ng oras
• Kakayahang umangkop
• Financial literacy

Teknikal na kasanayan

• Farm accounting and budgeting
• Crop and livestock management
• Supply chain and logistics
• Pagsunod sa regulasyon
• Human resource management
• Market analysis
• Precision agriculture tools
• Farm management software
• Business planning and forecasting

• Crop Production Managers – Focus on large-scale planting, harvesting, and crop marketing.
• Livestock Production Managers – Oversee dairy, poultry, beef, or mixed livestock operations.
• Mixed Operation Managers – Manage both crops and livestock.
• Corporate Farm Managers – Work for agribusiness firms overseeing large operations.
• Family Farm Managers – Run or help manage family-owned farms.

• Family farms and ranches
• Corporate or commercial farms
• Food processing companies
• Agricultural cooperatives
• Agribusiness firms
• Research farms and demonstration farms

Farm Business Managers are expected to juggle many responsibilities—from managing crops and livestock to overseeing finances and staff. This requires strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to make decisions that impact the whole farm. They must also keep up with changing market prices, weather conditions, and agricultural regulations to keep the farm running smoothly and profitably.

The job often means working long, irregular hours, including early mornings, weekends, and busy seasons like planting or harvest time. It can be physically demanding and sometimes stressful due to weather risks, equipment breakdowns, or market fluctuations. Additionally, managing a team and the business side of farming means handling unexpected challenges regularly.

Despite these demands, many Farm Business Managers find great satisfaction in seeing their hard work grow into healthy crops and livestock and in contributing to feeding communities. Their role is vital in balancing sustainable farming practices with the realities of business success, making it both challenging and rewarding.

Farm Business Managers are increasingly using digital tools like farm management software, drones, and sensors to track crop health, soil quality, and equipment efficiency. These technologies help make smarter, faster decisions that improve yields and reduce waste.

Sustainability is another major focus. Managers are adopting eco-friendly practices such as conserving water, reducing chemical use, and following environmental regulations to protect the land while maintaining productivity.

Collaboration is growing too, with farms working alongside suppliers, buyers, and government agencies through digital platforms to streamline operations and meet consumer demand for transparency and quality. These trends are shaping a more connected and sustainable future for farming.

Many enjoyed math, business, and agriculture. They might have helped on family farms, participated in 4-H or FFA, or liked organizing group projects. Others enjoyed managing budgets in school clubs, playing simulation or strategy games, or taking leadership roles.