Livestock Farmers

Snapshot

Livestock Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to breed and raise livestock.

Job stats
How many are employed in this occupation?	32800
What are the average weekly earnings for full time workers ($ before tax)?	$613
How does unemployment compare with other occupations?	below average
What is the vacancy level for this occupation?	low
What are the job prospects for this occupation?	average

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
may select, train and supervise staff and contractors.