Job Description

A diverse family run farming enterprise based in Herefordshire, specialising in arable and potato production. With a strong commitment to sustainability, the business continues to invest in reduced tillage, cover cropping, precision nutrient management, and exploring diversification into new root and vegetable crops. The farm is proud of its forward thinking approach and focus on continuous improvement.
What You Will Be Doing
As Farm Manager, you will lead all arable and potato operations. You will: Manage crop planning, planting, growing, and harvest operations Develop and trial new crop opportunities to enhance profitability Create nutrition plans, crop rotations, irrigation schedules, and cultivation strategies Monitor crop performance, pests, and diseases, implementing preventative and reactive measures Recruit, train, and manage permanent and seasonal staff Plan workloads, manage performance, and promote a positive team culture Oversee machinery and equipment care to ensure efficient use Manage budgets, input costs, labour planning, and provide performance reporting Maintain health & safety compliance and champion sustainable farming practices
What You Need
Previous farm management experience, ideally in arable and root crop production Proven leadership skills with experience managing and motivating teams Strong organisational, planning, and communication abilities Knowledge of modern arable and root crop techniques, machinery, and sustainable agriculture Agricultural qualifications beneficial A proactive, innovative mindset and interest in crop diversification
What Is In It for You
Opportunity to lead a progressive farming business with scope to drive diversification Influence and develop innovative crop production strategies Manage and develop a skilled and motivated team Work within a sustainability focused environment Competitive salary package depending on experience
How to Apply
If you are an experienced farm manager looking for the chance to work as part of a diverse farming enterprise then get in touch.
? Rachel Richardson - 01780 480530 / 07701 387732
? Rachel@morepeople.co.uk
? Or connect with me on LinkedIn
No need for a polished CV, just send over what you have and we can take it from there.
Company
MorePeople are a specialist recruitment business for the food, fresh produce, horticulture and agriculture industries. Founded in 2000 by two passionate foodies with vast experience in the industry, we're a growing team comprising of a mixture of ex-industry professionals and professional recruiters passionate about the sector.
Offering a functional approach to recruitment, we have dedicated expert teams to assist in all roles across a business;

• Commercial
• NPD
• Operations
• Technical
• Growing
• Agronomy
• Engineering
• Finance
• HR, Admin & IT
• Rural Surveyors, Land Agents & Estate Managers

The team are committed to offering the best recruitment service for all professional roles within the sectors in which we operate.
Find out more on our website at or call us on 01780 480530.
Company info Website Telephone 01780 480530 Location Cherryholt House
Cherryholt Road,
Stamford
Lincolnshire
PE9 2EP
United Kingdom
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