Livestock Farmer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Agricultural worker who raises and manages livestock such as cows, pigs, and chickens, handling a series of tasks from breeding to rearing and shipping.
Description
Livestock farmers raise livestock such as cows, pigs, and chickens in good health to produce livestock products like meat, milk, and eggs. They handle management of the rearing environment, feed adjustment, hygiene management, assistance with breeding and delivery, animal health checks and treatments, and shipping and sales throughout. A wide range of tasks are required, including temperature and humidity control in facilities according to seasons and weather, cleaning operations, machinery and equipment operation, and record management. They need to continuously acquire knowledge to respond to the latest livestock farming technologies and regulations.
Future Outlook
While the shortage of workers is intensifying due to declining birthrates and aging population, there is growing demand for ICT utilization and reduced environmental impact driven by smart livestock farming and rising animal welfare awareness. The need for talent capable of achieving efficiency and quality improvements will remain high in the future.
Personality Traits
Interested in natural environments / Meticulous / Patient / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Agricultural Corporation Employment / Night and Early Morning Shifts / Outdoor Work / Seasonal Fluctuations / Self-Employed Sole Proprietor
Career Path
Assistant/Apprentice → Livestock Manager → Farm Manager → Independent Operator → Livestock Consultant
Required Skills
Delivery Assistance / Feed Formulation Design / Livestock Health Observation / Machinery and Equipment Operation / Rearing Hygiene Management / Record Management
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Machinery Operation / Communication Skills (Veterinarian Collaboration) / Horticulture Management Software Operation / Livestock Management / Local Marketing
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Adaptability | Need to flexibly respond to changes such as weather, market fluctuations, and sudden animal illnesses. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Need to pay attention to details such as animal health conditions and feed amounts. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Initiative is needed to advance management and improvements in self-employment. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Many physically demanding tasks require endurance. |
| Planning & Organization | High planning ability is required for breeding plans, feed allocation, and facility management. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because they work in stressful environments such as long working hours and responding to sudden animal illnesses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mainly routine tasks, so creative thinking is not particularly needed. |
Related Qualifications
- Livestock Artificial Insemination Technician
- Livestock Hygiene Manager
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Class 1 Driver's License
Aliases
- Livestock Farmer
- Livestock Keeper
Related Jobs
- Dairy Farmer
- Pig Farmer
- Poultry Farmer