Cotton Grower
A Cotton Grower plans and manages the cultivation of cotton crops on Australian farms, primarily in inland Queensland and New South Wales. Australia is a significant cotton exporter, and growers must manage irrigation, pest control, and harvesting for commercial-scale production.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Demand is tied to seasonal and commodity market conditions; regional labour needs fluctuate with water availability and crop cycles.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- ROLRegional Occupation List
Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| NSW | New South Wales | View nomination → |
| WA | Western Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Plan crop rotations and seasonal planting schedules
- Manage irrigation systems and water allocation
- Apply pest, weed, and disease control measures
- Oversee harvesting, ginning preparation, and sale of cotton bales
Skills required
- Knowledge of cotton agronomy and soil management
- Irrigation and water resource management
- Pest and disease identification and control
- Farm business management and recordkeeping
Typical qualifications pathway
A Certificate III or IV in Agriculture or a relevant degree is common. VETASSESS assesses qualifications for migration purposes.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed only on the ROL, this occupation is eligible for subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional) only, requiring migrants to live and work in a designated regional area For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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