Provides advice on quality, production and management of crops and livestock by assessing growing conditions and environmental factors and examining crops and livestock. Research Agronomists are excluded from this occupation. Research Agronomists are included in Occupation 234114 Agricultural Research Scientist.
Broad state reach across 8 jurisdictions. Listed on the CSOL — employer-sponsored pathways prioritised.
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“Agricultural, Fisheries and Forestry Scientists advise farmers, primary industries and government on aspects of farming, fisheries, aquaculture and forestry, develop techniques for increasing productivity, and study and develop plans and policies for the management of land, fisheries and forest areas.”
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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).
1 direct PR route, 0 provisional regional routes (convert via 191), and 1 temporary work visa.
Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency
Permanent residence sponsored by an Australian employer. Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition, or Labour Agreement streams.
Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191
No skilled regional (provisional) pathway currently open.
Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway
Employer-sponsored temporary work visa. Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Essential Skills streams.
Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)
This occupation is eligible under the following DAMA regions, which may offer concessions on age, English, and salary requirements.
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Your employment history should align with these ANZSCO-defined tasks. VETASSESS looks for demonstrable experience in at least five.
collecting and analysing data and samples of produce, feed, soil, water quality and other factors affecting stock and production
advising Farmers and Farm Managers on techniques for improving production, and alternative options
advising farmers on issues such as livestock and crop disease, control of pests and weeds, soil improvement, animal husbandry and nutrition and feeding programs
studying environmental and other factors affecting commercial crop production, pasture growth, animal breeding, fisheries, and forests and forest trees
studying the effects of cultivation techniques, soils, insects and diseases on production
developing procedures and techniques for solving problems and improving the efficiency of production
managing forest and aquatic 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
The headline workforce, pay, shortage and demographic indicators for this occupation, sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia.
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