Farm / Ranch Manager
Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.
At a Glance
Farm / Ranch Manager earns an average of $120,000/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 3–4.3 years. Top skills: Management, Agriculture, Communication.
$120,000/yr
High school or GED
3–4.3 years
9
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
Median Wage
$87,980/yr
Growth (2024-34)
-1.3%
Education
High school diploma or equivalent
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (16)
Agriculture
Marketing
Economics
Financial Management
Accounting
Agricultural Economics
Farm Management
Sociology
Food Preparation
Agricultural Productivity
Lease Contracts
Statistics
Agricultural Education
Educational Leadership
Business Planning
Credit Risk
Common Skills (14)
Management
Communication
Research
Customer Service
Problem Solving
Leadership
Handling Confrontation
Operations
Goal Setting
Organizational Skills
Ethical Standards And Conduct
Related Specializations
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