Merino (Cotton) Sheep Breeding Instructor
めんようひつじしいくしどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who provides technical guidance to farmers on breeding management and reproduction techniques for Merino breed and other cotton sheep.
Description
Merino Sheep Breeding Instructors are specialists who provide technical guidance to farmers and livestock operators on breeding management, breeding plans, health management, and wool quality evaluation, etc., with the aim of improving productivity of Merino breed and other cotton sheep. They develop daily pasture management and feed allocation plans, provide instruction on disease prevention and diagnosis methods, and support the production of safe, high-quality wool and meat. Knowledge of the latest genetic breeding techniques and biosecurity measures is also required, and they carry out extension activities through training sessions and on-site rounds.
Future Outlook
Due to the successor shortage caused by declining birthrate and aging population, demand is increasing for instructors responsible for the inheritance and dissemination of cotton sheep breeding techniques.
Personality Traits
Excellent communication skills / Excellent observation skills / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Itinerant Guidance / Lecturer / On-site Resident
Career Path
Agricultural Training Instructor → Livestock Testing Station Technician → Agricultural Improvement Extension Officer → Independent Livestock Operator
Required Skills
Disease Prevention and Hygiene Management / Livestock Artificial Insemination / Livestock Breeding Management / Nursing and Rearing Management / Reproduction Management
Recommended Skills
Agricultural Management / Biosecurity / Genetic Breeding / Wool Quality Evaluation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is required to not miss health conditions or signs of disease. |
| Communication Skills | To convey technology to farmers and producers. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it requires physical strength for outdoor work and feed transportation, etc. |
| Planning & Organization | To plan breeding schedules and breeding management processes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is little need for generating new ideas. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced quantitative analysis is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Livestock Artificial Insemination Technician
Aliases
- Cotton Sheep Technical Instructor
- Sheep Breeding Instructor
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