Livestock Extension Officer
ふきゅうしどういん（ちくさん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A specialist who disseminates animal husbandry management, breeding and disease prevention technologies, and business improvement measures to livestock farmers, supporting productivity enhancement and quality improvement.
Description
Livestock Extension Officers visit livestock farms to disseminate the latest technologies and knowledge on animal husbandry management techniques, feed formulation, breeding management, disease prevention, and business improvement strategies. They identify regional challenges, provide information through demonstrations, practical training sessions, and workshops, and support productivity enhancement, quality improvement, and business stabilization. They also collaborate with government agencies and related organizations to develop technical guidance plans and engage in survey and research activities.
Future Outlook
Demand for technology dissemination remains high due to aging population, labor shortages, and needs for productivity improvement. Promotion of smart livestock farming using ICT and AI is advancing, requiring highly specialized instructors.
Personality Traits
Able to respond flexibly / Cooperative / Good at explaining / Problem-solving oriented
Work Style
Field-oriented / Government agency work / Office work / Team collaboration / Training planning and operation
Career Path
Junior Extension Officer → Senior Extension Officer → Chief Extension Officer → Management Position (Extension Center Director) → Research and Development Position (Agricultural Experiment Station Researcher)
Required Skills
Livestock Artificial Insemination / Livestock Husbandry Technology / Livestock Hygiene and Quarantine / Presentation Skills / Production Data Analysis
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / ICT Agricultural Technology / Project Management / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of negotiation and explanation with farmers and related parties. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to continuously learn the latest technologies and husbandry methods. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical stamina for long hours of on-site surveys and training session operations. |
| Planning & Organization | Ability to plan and execute training sessions and guidance plans is required. |
| Problem Solving | To develop and implement appropriate measures for on-site challenges. |
Related Qualifications
- Livestock Artificial Insemination Technician
- Livestock Technology Manager
Aliases
- Livestock Extension Staff
- Livestock Instructor
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