Jordbrukare salary

Salary and Work for Farmers

Working as a farmer involves taking care of crop cultivation and animal husbandry on a mixed farm. This profession is often demanding but also very rewarding for those who love working close to nature and with animals. The average salary for a farmer is 26 700 kronor per month, with a difference between men and women where men earn 27 200 kronor and women earn 25 100 kronor. This means that women earn 92% of what men do in this profession. Compared to the previous measurement, the average salary has increased from 26 900 to 26 700 kronor.

Job Duties

As a farmer, one is responsible for several different tasks that can include everything from sowing and harvesting crops to taking care of animals. The work can vary depending on the season and weather conditions. During spring and summer, there is a lot of work with planting and harvesting, while autumn and winter may involve more work with animals and equipment maintenance.

Crop Cultivation

Crop cultivation involves sowing, fertilizing, watering, and harvesting various types of crops. It can be anything from cereals and vegetables to fruits and berries. The work requires knowledge of soil, plant nutrition, and pesticides.

Animal Husbandry

Animal husbandry involves taking care of animals such as cows, pigs, sheep, and chickens. This includes ensuring that the animals have enough food and water, that they are well, and that they receive the veterinary care they need. It may also involve assisting with births and taking care of newborn animals.

Education and Qualifications

There are various educational paths to become a farmer. Many start with a high school education in agriculture, where they gain basic knowledge of crop cultivation and animal husbandry. There are also opportunities to pursue higher education in agriculture and agronomy at colleges and universities. However, practical experience is just as important as theoretical education, and many farmers learn the trade by working on farms and receiving guidance from more experienced colleagues.

Job Requirements

The Employment Service has made an assessment of the profession of crop cultivator and mixed livestock farmer, but due to limited data, no specific assessment could be made for the job prospects in this profession. Generally, it can be difficult to get a job as a farmer without any previous experience or education in the field. Many farmers are also self-employed and run their own farms, which requires both practical knowledge and business acumen.

Benefits and Working Conditions

The working conditions for farmers can vary greatly depending on the type of farm they work on. On larger farms, there may be benefits such as paid training and a paid mobile phone, but this is not always standard. Since the work is often physically demanding and can involve long hours, it is important to have good health and fitness to cope with the profession.

Working as a farmer can be very rewarding for those who enjoy working outdoors and with animals. It is a profession that requires both practical and theoretical knowledge, and where one is constantly learning and evolving.