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Beef Cattle Farmer
Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise beef cattle for meat and breeding stock.
Also known as: Beef Cattle Farm Manager, Beef Cattle Grazier, Beef Cattle Station Manager
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Main tasks
- Plans, organises and coordinates the breeding and raising of beef cattle for meat and breeding stock
- Organises feeding, watering, herding, breeding, calving and administration of vaccinations and medications for beef cattle
- Directs and oversees general beef cattle farming infrastructure, including the provision and maintenance of fences, sheds, pens and water supply systems
- Manages pasture and grazing systems for optimal cattle nutrition and growth
- Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of beef cattle, including managing biosecurity strategies and other risks
- Organises the purchase, sale and transportation of beef cattle for meat and breeding purposes
- Maintains and evaluates records of beef cattle farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production
- Manages beef cattle farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
- May select, train and supervise beef cattle farm workers and contractors
- May manage the operation of feedlots, including optimising feed efficiency and nutrition, waste management and sustainable land use
Specialisations
Feedlot Manager (Beef Cattle)
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6 state(s) nominate Beef Cattle Farmer for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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