Crop Farmers nec
Crop Farmers nec (not elsewhere classified) encompasses specialist crop growers whose occupation does not fit standard crop categories, including niche and emerging agricultural enterprises across Australia.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Demand varies by crop type; regional areas with emerging agricultural industries may have specific needs.
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 → |
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Manage cultivation and harvest cycles for specialist crops
- Implement soil, water, and nutrient management programs
- Control pests and diseases relevant to the crop type
- Manage sales and logistics for produce to market
Skills required
- Specialist crop agronomy relevant to the enterprise
- Farm management and business planning
- Pest and disease management
- Irrigation and soil health management
Typical qualifications pathway
Certificate III or IV in Agriculture or Horticulture, or a relevant degree, is generally expected. VETASSESS is the assessing authority.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on the ROL only, eligible for subclass 491. Regional state nomination is the primary pathway for skilled migrants in this category For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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