Key Responsibilities
- Supervise daily farm and breeding operations
- Manage breeding schedules (mating, artificial insemination, pregnancy checks, births)
- Monitor animal health, behavior, and welfare
- Coordinate with veterinarians and breeding specialists
- Maintain accurate breeding, health, and pedigree records
- Supervise and train farm workers and animal handlers
- Ensure cleanliness, hygiene, and biosecurity protocols
- Manage feeding programs and housing conditions
- Identify and address breeding or health issues early
- Ensure compliance with animal welfare laws and farm regulations
Skills & Qualifications
- Solid knowledge of animal breeding and reproduction
- Experience in animal husbandry or farm management
- Leadership and team management skills
- Record-keeping and organizational abilities
- Ability to recognize signs of illness or breeding problems
- Physical stamina and comfort working outdoors
- Basic computer skills for data and record management
Typical Work Environment
- Farms, ranches, or breeding facilities
- Outdoor and indoor animal housing
- Early mornings, weekends, and seasonal peak workloads
Career Path
- Senior Farm Manager
- Breeding Program Manager
- Livestock Operations Manager