How do they match: Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products

Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale. Includes tree farm contractors, grain brokers and market operators, grain buyers, and tobacco buyers. May negotiate contracts.

Advise farm groups or growers on land preparation or livestock care techniques that will maximize the quantity and quality of production.
Arrange for processing or resale of purchased products.
Arrange for transportation or storage of purchased products.
Coordinate or direct activities of workers engaged in cutting, transporting, storing, or milling products and maintaining records.
Estimate land production possibilities, surveying property and studying factors such as crop rotation history, soil fertility, or irrigation facilities.
Examine or test crops or products to estimate their value, determine their grade, or locate any evidence of disease or insect damage.
Maintain records of business transactions and product inventories, reporting data to companies or government agencies as necessary.
Negotiate contracts with farmers for the production or purchase of farm products.
Purchase, for further processing or for resale, farm products, such as milk, grains, or Christmas trees.
Review orders to determine product types and quantities required to meet demand.

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