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Buyer :

Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale.

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Task Description

Advise farm groups and growers on land preparation and livestock care techniques that will maximize the quantity and quality of production.

Arrange for processing and/or resale of purchased products.

Arrange for transportation and/or storage of purchased products.

Calculate applicable government grain quotas.

Coordinate and direct activities of workers engaged in cutting, transporting, storing, or milling products and in maintaining records.

Estimate land production possibilities, surveying property and studying factors such as crop rotation history, soil fertility, and irrigation facilities.

Examine and test crops and products to estimate their value, determine their grade, and locate any evidence of disease or insect damage.

Maintain records of business transactions and product inventories, reporting data to companies or government agencies as necessary.

Negotiate contracts with farmers for the production or purchase of farm products.

Purchase for further processing or for resale farm products such as milk, grains, and Christmas trees.

Review orders to determine product types and quantities required to meet demand.

Sell supplies such as seed, feed, fertilizers, and insecticides, arranging for loans or financing as necessary.

Detailed Work Activities.

advise farmers or growers of development programs or techniques

analyze financial data

analyze test data

arrange delivery schedules

arrange for financing

compute financial data

determine wholesomeness or grade of products

develop budgets

direct and coordinate activities of workers or staff

identify crop characteristics

inspect crops or fields

inspect crops to determine quality

inspect merchandise to determine value

locate sources of supply for purchasing

maintain records, reports, or files

make presentations

negotiate business contracts

negotiate labor agreements

obtain information from individuals

resolve agricultural production problems

use computers to enter, access or retrieve data

use interpersonal communication techniques

use knowledge of written communication in sales work

use local or regional geographical knowledge to transportation

use spreadsheet software

write descriptions of agricultural products

write news stories for publication

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