Hard Skills
EntryManual HarvestingThe ability to manually pick, cut, or dig vegetables using appropriate techniques and tools to maximize yield while minimizing crop damage.
IntermediateQuality Grading and SortingThe skill of evaluating harvested produce based on size, color, maturity, and condition according to market standards.
EntryFood Safety and GAP ComplianceAdherence to Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and hygiene protocols to prevent the biological, chemical, or physical contamination of crops.
EntryAgricultural Tool MaintenanceBasic knowledge of cleaning, sharpening, and safely storing hand tools such as harvest knives, shears, and crates.
EntryWorkplace Safety AwarenessRecognizing and mitigating hazards in the field, such as heavy machinery movement, heat stress, and ergonomic strain.
Soft Skills
EntryPhysical StaminaThe capacity to perform repetitive physical tasks, including lifting, bending, and walking, in varying weather conditions for extended periods.
EntryTeam CoordinationEffectively communicating and collaborating with a crew to meet daily harvest quotas and coordinate the movement of produce from field to packing shed.