Farmer
Tasks
- Ensures good environmental practice is observed in all tasks.
- Maintains records of production, finance and breeding.
- Arranges for the sale of crops, livestock and other farm produce.
- Operates and maintains farm machinery such as combine harvesters, straw balers, milking machines and tractors.
- Undertakes farm maintenance tasks such as fencing, hedging, cleaning and building maintenance.
- Plants, propagates, sprays, fertilises and harvests field crops.
- Feeds and waters animals, takes responsibility for livestock health and welfare, treats minor ailments and calls vet if necessary.
Typical Education Level
Level 2 NVQ; GCSE at grades A*-C
Will retirement created job openings
In the UK, 51% in this profession are aged 55 or above.* They will likely retire in the next 10 years, creating a demand for new workers
*This is based on national data
£20,477 Average wage
Average annual earnings
The current average wage for farmer is £20,477
4,407 positions
Current Employment
The number of jobs in the career for the current year is 4,407. Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons, and do not distinguish between full- and part-time jobs.
jobs
Job Postings
Over the past year, jobs have been posted for farmer roles.
How well does it pay?
Normal pay for this occupation is £20,477 per year. That is about £1,706 per month or £10.50 per hour. New workers generally start on £12,284, while highly experienced workers can earn as much as £36,389
Is it growing or declining?
This career has remained the same over the last 2 years, and is expected to remain the same over the next 4 years. Currently, 4,407 people are employed in the region.
