What is a livestock farm manager and how to become one

Key steps to become a livestock farm manager

1. Explore livestock farm manager education requirements

   Most common livestock farm manager degrees

   Bachelor's

   57.1 %

   Associate

   21.4 %

   High School Diploma

   12.9 %

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2. Start to develop specific livestock farm manager skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Livestock Production	73.01%
   Pigs	14.98%
   Farm Equipment	12.01%

3. Complete relevant livestock farm manager training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of 1-2 years on post-employment, on-the-job training. New livestock farm managers learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a livestock farm manager based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real livestock farm manager resumes.

4. Research livestock farm manager duties and responsibilities

   • Manage barn, pastures, feeding, and boarders and provide training and medical treatments for horses, pigs, and dogs
   • Manage pedigree cattle farm by; overseeing breeding production and certify artificial insemination program.
   • Implement artificial insemination breeding program and improve cattle herd performance.
   • Organize and monitor inventory levels for stock and equipment and contact suppliers to schedule delivery using just-in-time supply management techniques.

5. Apply for livestock farm manager jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a livestock farm manager job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams