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Flower Grower

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs planting, cultivating and harvesting activities to grow flowering and foliage plants.

Also known as: Floriculturist

Skills assessment authority
VETASSESS
Occupation lists

STSOL · CSOL

Visas for Flower Grower

Main tasks

  • Plans, organises and coordinates the production and marketing of flowering and foliage plants, taking into account environmental and market conditions
  • Selects and purchases seeds, seedlings, bulbs and flower plant stock, fertilisers, and other supplies required for flower and foliage production
  • Coordinates and develops strategies for cultivating, fertilising and irrigating flowering and foliage plants to maintain optimal production, plant health, and growing conditions
  • Monitors and maintains flowering and foliage plant health by managing biosecurity and other risks, and controlling pests, weeds and diseases
  • Directs and oversees the harvesting, packaging and transportation of flowers and foliage
  • Plans and coordinates the sale, purchase and dispatch of flowers and foliage
  • Plans and oversees the provision and maintenance of flower and foliage farming infrastructure, such as equipment, machinery, sheds, and water supply and irrigation systems
  • Maintains and evaluates records of flower and foliage farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
  • Manages flower farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
  • May select, train and supervise flower farm staff and contractors

Specialisations

Market Gardener (Flowers)

State nomination

5 state(s) nominate Flower Grower for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:

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