{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T11:21:17.290Z","occupation":{"soc":"11-9013.00","title":"Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers","group":"Management","sector":"11","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers the full range of competencies for Farmers, Ranchers, and Agricultural Managers across crop production, horticulture, aquaculture, and livestock operations, from entry-level data collection and protocol-following through executive-level strategic leadership and industry influence.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Growth, production, and environmental data — collect and record under supervisor guidance using standardized forms and basic field instruments on a working farm or ranch.","Plant care schedules — follow established protocols for watering, fertilizing, and monitoring crops in greenhouse or nursery settings under direct oversight.","Irrigation systems — position and adjust components according to prescribed layouts under the direction of an experienced agricultural manager.","Fish hatchery procedures — assist in documenting egg incubation conditions and fry rearing activities using facility logbooks under close supervision.","Pest and disease indicators — recognize common signs of insect infestation or plant disease and report findings to a supervising manager in a field or greenhouse environment.","Agricultural ERP software — enter production records and basic operational data under guidance using enterprise resource planning tools in an office or farm setting.","Horticultural growing conditions — identify differences between greenhouse, hydroponic, and natural growing environments while supporting experienced staff in a nursery operation.","Personnel coordination — assist in scheduling and assigning daily field tasks to a small crew under the direction of a senior agricultural manager.","Reading comprehension skills — interpret agronomic reports, regulatory guidelines, and equipment manuals to support routine farm operations with supervisor review.","Environmental control computers — monitor and report readings from automated irrigation and climate systems in a controlled growing facility under direct supervision."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Production and environmental data — collect, organize, and analyze records independently to identify seasonal trends and support operational decisions on a mid-sized farm or ranch.","Nursery operations — manage day-to-day horticultural plant growing activities for trade or retail customers, adjusting care schedules based on observed plant health in a commercial nursery.","Fish transfer operations — coordinate and monitor the movement of mature fish to lakes, ponds, or commercial tanks, applying standard fish culturing techniques with minimal oversight.","Irrigation system programming — configure and adjust environmental and irrigation control computers to maintain optimal soil moisture and climate conditions across multiple growing zones.","Resource allocation decisions — assess available labor, equipment, and budget to respond to routine operational challenges such as equipment failure or seasonal labor shortages on a working farm.","Hatchery improvement activities — implement established protocols to improve fish hatching and growth rates and apply preventive measures against disease in a fish hatchery setting.","Agricultural database software — query and maintain production databases to generate operational reports and support supply chain decisions in a farm management office.","Crew supervision — direct and evaluate the daily performance of field and facility workers, providing feedback and on-the-job coaching in a farm or ranch environment.","Vendor and supplier communication — negotiate input purchases and service agreements with suppliers, applying knowledge of agricultural economics and market pricing.","Map creation and GIS tools — use geographic information system software to map field boundaries, irrigation coverage, and resource distribution across a managed agricultural property."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex problem solving — autonomously diagnose and resolve non-routine operational challenges such as drought, fire risk, or disease outbreaks by integrating biological, environmental, and economic knowledge across an entire farm or ranch operation.","Growing condition strategy — determine and implement optimal growing environments, including hydroponic systems or natural field settings, and develop multi-season planting and care schedules for diverse horticultural crops.","Fish culturing program management — direct and continuously improve trapping, spawning, egg incubation, and fry rearing programs by applying advanced knowledge of aquaculture biology and hatchery management techniques.","Full-scope nursery management — oversee all aspects of a commercial nursery operation serving trade and retail customers, including plant production quality, inventory planning, and customer relationship management.","Enterprise resource planning — configure and utilize ERP software to integrate financial, personnel, and production data, enabling data-driven decisions across all operational areas of a large agricultural enterprise.","Personnel resource management — recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate a multi-functional agricultural workforce, aligning staffing plans with seasonal production demands and regulatory requirements.","Financial and accounting oversight — manage farm budgets, analyze cost-of-production data, and apply economic principles to optimize profitability across diverse agricultural enterprises.","Operations monitoring — independently monitor automated environmental and irrigation control systems, interpret sensor data, and make real-time adjustments to maintain optimal crop or livestock conditions.","Regulatory and reporting compliance — prepare accurate written production reports, environmental disclosures, and permit documentation required by state and federal agricultural authorities.","Crisis resource allocation — develop and execute contingency plans for unanticipated events such as insect infestations or severe weather, reallocating labor, equipment, and inputs to minimize production loss."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Strategic farm enterprise direction — set long-term operational and financial goals for a large-scale agricultural organization, aligning production systems with market trends, sustainability objectives, and stakeholder expectations.","Organizational leadership — build and lead a management team across multiple farm or ranch units, developing leadership capability and succession pipelines through mentoring and structured professional development.","Aquaculture program innovation — lead organization-wide research and implementation of advanced fish hatching, disease prevention, and growth optimization strategies that elevate hatchery performance benchmarks across an entire region or enterprise.","Cross-functional resource strategy — design and govern enterprise-wide systems for allocating land, capital, labor, and technology to maximize yield and resilience across diverse agricultural operations.","Industry negotiation and advocacy — represent the agricultural enterprise in high-stakes negotiations with major buyers, government agencies, and industry associations, shaping contractual and policy outcomes.","Technology adoption leadership — evaluate, select, and oversee organization-wide deployment of precision agriculture technologies, GIS platforms, industrial control software, and cloud-based data systems to drive operational excellence.","Workforce culture and development — establish organizational standards for training, safety, and professional growth, creating a high-performance culture across seasonal and full-time agricultural teams.","Integrated risk management — develop enterprise-level risk management frameworks that address climate variability, commodity market exposure, regulatory change, and biosecurity threats across all managed operations.","Knowledge transfer and industry influence — design and deliver training programs, publish operational best practices, and represent the organization at industry forums to advance standards in agricultural management.","Sustainability and land stewardship governance — establish and oversee long-range environmental stewardship policies, integrating conservation practices, water management, and carbon accountability into the enterprise's core operational strategy."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}