80021
Managers in horticulture
- Express Entry skill level
- Yes
- Regulated in Québec
- No
- In demand in Manitoba
- No
Classification
Natural resources & agriculture
8 › 80 › 800 › 8002
Definition
Managers in horticulture plan, organize, direct and control the activities of nursery and greenhouse staff who grow and market trees, shrubs, flowers and plants.
Main duties
- This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Plan, organize, direct and control the operations of nurseries and greenhouses
- Establish the environmental conditions required to grow trees, shrubs, flowers and plants, and design planting and care schedules accordingly
- Determine type and quantity of stock to grow
- Supervise staff in planting, transplanting, feeding and spraying stock
- Identify and control insect, disease and weed problems
- Develop marketing plans
- Provide information to customers on gardening and on the care of trees, shrubs, flowers, plants and lawns
- Order materials such as fertilizer, garden and lawn care equipment, and other nursery and greenhouse related accessories
- Hire and manage staff, oversee training and set work schedules
- Maintain records on stock, finances and personnel.
Example job titles
- •Christmas tree farm operator
- •flower grower
- •greenhouse manager
- •greenhouse operator
- •nursery manager
- •nursery operator
- •plant grower - nursery
Overview
National Occupational Classification (NOC) code 80021, classified as Managers in horticulture, falls under TEER Category 0. These professionals plan, organize, direct, control, and evaluate the operations of nursery and greenhouse businesses, landscaping and lawn care companies, and tree service companies. As management-level positions, they play a vital role in Canada's agricultural and landscaping sectors, supervising horticultural workers and managing day-to-day business operations.
Employment requirements for NOC 80021 typically include a college diploma or university degree in horticulture, agriculture, landscaping, or a related field, alongside several years of experience within the industry. Key responsibilities involve establishing operational budgets, managing sales and inventory, determining work schedules, and ensuring compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.
For Canadian immigration, NOC 80021 is eligible under Express Entry pathways such as the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program, as well as various Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs) that target skilled agricultural and management professionals. Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal immigration advice; please consult a regulated Canadian immigration professional or the official IRCC website for specific program updates.
Educational overview summarizing this occupation. Always confirm against the official NOC profile and IRCC before relying on it.
Occupation data: Statistics Canada / ESDC — National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021.