Hard Skills
Entry-levelManual Harvesting TechniquesThe ability to pick fruit from trees, bushes, or vines using hands or specialized tools while minimizing damage to the produce and the plant.
IntermediateCrop Maturity IdentificationDistinguishing between ripe and unripe fruit based on color, size, and texture to ensure only optimal produce is harvested.
Entry-levelAgricultural Safety ComplianceAdherence to safety protocols when using ladders, shears, or picking bags to prevent workplace injuries.
Entry-levelInitial Sorting and GradingPreliminary categorizing of harvested fruit based on size or quality standards directly in the field.