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Horse Breeder

OSCA 152933·ANZSCO 121316

Employed

690

Part-time share

21.8%

Female share

53.1%

Median age

53 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Horse Breeder is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Diploma of Horse Stud Management, Certificate III in Horse Breeding, and Certificate IV in Horse Breeding.

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About this career

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise horses for competition, dressage, eventing, showjumping, riding for pleasure and working.

What they typically do

  • Plans, organises, controls and coordinates the breeding and raising of horses
  • Organises horse stud operations and routines, such as feeding, watering and exercising, and administration of nutrition programs, vaccinations and medications
  • Maintains records of horse pedigrees, selects and purchases horses for breeding, and manages breeding programs
  • Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of breeding stock and young horses, including by developing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
  • Directs and oversees general horse stud activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as stables, fences, paddocks, sheds and water supply systems
  • Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of horses
  • Manages horse stud business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
  • May select, train and supervise horse stud staff and contractors

Where they work

Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing

States and territories

Share of workers by location

NSW
40.5%
VIC
28.6%
QLD
15.9%
WA
8.7%
SA
4.9%
TAS
0.8%
ACT
0.3%
NT
0%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Horse Breeder.