Dairy Cattle Farmer
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7,400
16.7%
32.4%
48 yrs
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.
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About this career
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise dairy cattle for milk, meat and breeding stock.
What they typically do
- Plans and coordinates the breeding and raising of dairy cattle for the production of milk, meat and breeding stock
- Organises dairy farming operations and routines, such as feeding and milking schedules, sterilisation of milking machines, nutrition programs, and administration of vaccinations and medications to dairy cattle
- Coordinates and schedules activities such as breeding, calving and weaning
- Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of dairy cattle, including by developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
- Directs and oversees general dairy cattle farming activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as pens, sheds and water supply systems, and the preparation of pasture and fodder
- Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of dairy cattle and milk
- Maintains and evaluates records of dairy farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
- Manages dairy cattle farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
- May select, train and supervise dairy cattle farm staff and contractors
Where they work
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Qualification pathways
These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Dairy Cattle Farmer.
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