Agriculture
Farm Supervisor
The following are examples of job functions for a Farm Supervisor that demand some level of proficiency with digital tools, devices, and systems:
- Operating and maintaining farm machinery and equipment
- Maintaining records including, but not limited to, quality control and production, finances, plant inventory, propagation, schedules, safety compliance, and pesticide/fertilizer
- Developing work schedules and establishing procedures for farm workers and labourers
- Performing equipment and material requisition
- Coordinating with farm owner(s) on work plans/programs and making recommendations for improvements, land preparation, fertilizing, planting crops, and cultivation
Examples of Digital Tools, Devices and Systems for Farm Supervisor
- Microsoft Office Suite (Windows Operating System, Excel, Word)
- Automated Milking System (AMS) including evaluating data collected from the AMS for livestock health and performance
- Smartphones connected to AMS to receive relevant alerts
- Digital interfaces of other tools and equipment at the farm including webcams, digicams, devices, means of transport, and other tools with built-in detectors or electronic components
- Tools and applications for monitoring farm operations
- ZOOM, WebEx, GoToMeeting, and similar applications to set up online/video calls with stakeholders (owners and staff) to report on-farm activities
- Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, and mobile devices to communicate, collaborate, and share information with staff, owners, and other stakeholders
- Internet and web platforms for:
- basic research/ fact checks of conditions of farm animals, equipment
- possible vendors and products
- online purchases