Subsistence crop farmers grow and harvest field or tree and shrub crops, vegetables and fruit, in order to provide food, shelter and a minimum of cash income for themselves and their households.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- The majority of Subsistence crop farmers earn a salary between $3,055 and $7,663 per month in 2024.
- A monthly wage for entry-level Subsistence crop farmers ranges from $3,055 to $5,544.
- After gaining 5 years of work experience, their income will be between $3,177 and $6,092 per month.
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Tasks and duties
- Preparing the soil, sowing, planting, tending and harvesting field crops
- Growing vegetables, fruit and other tree and shrub crops
- Fetching water and gathering firewood
- Storing for later use and carrying out some processing of produce
- Building and maintaining houses and other shelters
- Making tools, clothes and utensils for use by the household
- Selling or bartering some products at local markets