Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmer – ANZSCO 121323

Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and performs farming operations to breed and raise cattle and sheep.
Skill Level: 1

Alternative Titles

Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farm Manager

Potential Visa Pathways for Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmer

Important: This occupation was released on 21 November 2021. The Department of Home Affairs is yet to announce the eligible visa pathways for this occupation. This page will be updated once more information is released.

Group: 1213 Livestock Farmers

Description

Livestock Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to breed and raise livestock for the production of breeding stock, milk, eggs, meat, honey, wool and hair.

Tasks

Breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
Overseeing and undertaking breeding, feeding and nutrition programs
Monitoring and maintaining the health, welfare and condition of livestock, including developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
Providing water, and providing and growing pastures and fodder crops to maintain livestock health and condition
Organising farming operations and routines such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
Directing and overseeing general farming activities including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as fences, sheds, pens, water supply systems and irrigation infrastructure
Organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
Maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
Overseeing data collection and analysis and farm technology systems
Managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
May select, train and supervise staff and contractors

Skill Level

In Australia and New Zealand:

Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor’s degree or higher qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances, relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.

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