Farm Workers
Employer
Carr. 664 Km 3.6, Bo. Sabana Hoyos, Sector Carolina
Arecibo, PR 00688
United States
Job description
Land Preparation: this work consists of removing shrubs and plant material to cut weeds, turn the land and incorporate the plant material into the soil. Then comes the subsoil, which will allow the water to filter and not stay on the surface. Finally, the "beds" where the seeds are planted will be prepared.
Sowing: this work consists of irrigating the seeds in each "bed" made in the preparation. To sow the seed, a hole is made in the ground with a spike and the seed is placed inside.
Growth and development: After sowing the seed, its development period begins. It is in care for its first 7-8 months, where fertilizer is applied to ensure its healthy growth. It is induced and then harvested 22 weeks later. Between planting and harvesting there is a period of approximately one year.
Applications: It is the process by which the necessary nutrients are applied to the plant, such as magnesium, potassium, zinc, calcium, among others, to ensure the healthy growth of the fruit.
Deshija: It refers to the process of taking the top of the plant and making a cut, thus obtaining the brother. The seed is cut, classified and selected, to then be transported to the sowing area.
Special Requirements
None