Livestock Technical Instructor
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that provides technical guidance and dissemination activities on livestock rearing management, breeding techniques, hygiene management, etc., supporting the productivity improvement and sustainable development of the livestock industry.
Description
Livestock Technical Instructors, affiliated with local governments or JA and other public organizations and groups, provide technical guidance and dissemination activities to livestock farmers on rearing management, breeding techniques, hygiene management, feed formulation, etc. They offer advice aimed at improving productivity and quality, preventing diseases, and ensuring environmental hygiene, conduct on-site practical guidance, plan and operate training sessions, create materials, and serve as instructors in technical workshops. In recent years, they are required to support the dissemination of smart livestock farming using ICT and sensors, making it essential to acquire the latest technologies and collaborate with research institutions.
Future Outlook
As the need for technology transfer to aging farmers increases, and with the promotion of smart livestock farming and IoT technology introduction, the demand for highly specialized instructors is expected to increase.
Personality Traits
Has curiosity or inquiring mind / Has patience / Has strong sense of responsibility / Likes interacting with people
Work Style
Business Trips / Fieldwork / Office Work / Private Institution Employment / Public Institution Employment
Career Path
Municipal Agricultural Extension Instructor → Prefectural Livestock Promotion Officer → JA Farm Management Instructor → Agricultural Consultant
Required Skills
Feed Formulation Design / Knowledge of Livestock Science / Livestock Rearing Management Techniques / Pest and Disease Control / Production Data Analysis
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Bookkeeping / ICT Sensor Utilization / Presentation / Reading English Materials
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Necessary for technical guidance to farmers and coordination with related parties. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Required because the acquisition of new technologies and quarantine measures is demanded. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to long hours of outdoor work and heavy labor. |
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