What is a precision crop manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a precision crop manager

1. Explore precision crop manager education requirements

   Most common precision crop manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   54.8 %

   Associate

   21.4 %

   Master's

   14.3 %

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2. Start to develop specific precision crop manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Harvest	72.03%
   GPS	27.97%

3. Complete relevant precision crop manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 6-12 months on post-employment, on-the-job training. New precision crop managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a precision crop manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real precision crop manager resumes.

4. Research precision crop manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage for all planting, cultural practices and harvest which typically runs concurrently
   • Perform composite and zone soil sampling using GPS.
   • Field scout, GPS mapping and pricing/discount specialist are also current functions.
   • Organize berry crews to pick, sort and pack berries for farmers market and CSA accounts.

5. Apply for precision crop manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a precision crop manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams