234112 AGRICULTURAL SCIENTIST

Occupation Overview:

Agricultural Scientist belongs to the occupation unit group of 2341 AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY SCIENTISTS and is a Skill Level 1 occupation in Australia. In other words, an agricultural scientist must have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Key Tasks:

Studies commercial plants, animals and cultivation techniques to enhance the productivity of farms and agricultural industries.

Specialisation:

Agronomist

Skills Assessment Authority:

VETASSESS is Australia’s leading vocational education and training assessment provider. It is the designated skills assessing authority for migration purposes for over 300 General Professional Occupations approved by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

UNIT GROUP 2341 AGRICULTURAL AND FORESTRY SCIENTISTS

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).

Tasks Include:

collecting and analysing data and samples of produce, feed, soil and other factors affecting production
advising Farmers and Farm Managers on techniques for improving the production of crops and livestock, and alternative agricultural options
advising farmers on issues such as livestock and crop disease, control of pests and weeds, soil improvement, animal husbandry and feeding programs
studying the environmental factors affecting commercial crop production, pasture growth, animal breeding, and the growth and health of forest trees
studying the effects of cultivation techniques, soils, insects and plant diseases on animal, crop and forest production
developing procedures and techniques for solving agricultural problems and improving the efficiency of production
managing forest resources to maximise their long-term commercial, recreational and environmental benefits for the community
studying the propagation and culture of forest trees, methods for improving the growth of stock, and the effects of thinning on forest yields
preparing plans for reafforestation and devising efficient harvesting systems
investigating, planning and implementing management procedures to cope with the effects of fires, floods, droughts, soil erosion, insect pests and diseases

Occupations:

234111 Agricultural Consultant
234112 Agricultural Scientist
234113 Forester / Forest Scientist

Australian Visa Options for 234112 AGRICULTURAL SCIENTIST

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234112 AGRICULTURAL SCIENTIST