2 Arable jobs

Arable Farm Manager Seed production & Crop performance Focus Tarras, Central Otago Accommodation available Competitive Remuneration Long term Opportunity We are seeking a motivated person with agricultural experience to take responsibility for the establishment, development and performance of a diverse seed production programme on a highly productive irrigated farming operation in Tarras. This role is focused on maximising crop performance from crop establishment through to harvest. We are looking for someone with a strong interest and understanding of crop establishment, plant development and who can assess crop condition, analyse environmental influences and make informed farm management decisions that optimise yield and quality. About the farm Approximately 400ha irrigated farming operation Diverse small seeds: clovers, ryegrass and speciality vegetable seed crops Extensive irrigation infrastructure Contractors utilised for cultivation, spraying...

We have a full-time position for a person who would enjoy a variety of tasks including general farm work and machinery operation on our 930ha mixed arable farm located at Weston 5 minutes in land from Oamaru in North Otago. We grow a range of cereal crops, grass seed and specialist seeds with 300ha under pivot & hard hose gun irrigation.  In addition to this we finish approx. 150 beef cattle and 6,000- 8,000 store lambs. We operate a range of modern machinery utilizing GPS auto steer, section control and variable rate irrigation technology.  We have our own grain drying plant and storage facility allowing us to undertake most operations in house. This position involves helping with general farm tasks such as:  •    Truck and tractor driving •    Harvest work •    Shifting irrigation  •    Spraying •    Stock work  •    Fencing  •    Farm Maintenance  Desirable job skills would include, but are not limited to machinery maintenance and basic engineering skills i.e....