Goat Farmer

Description

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise goats for fibre, milk, meat and breeding stock.

Description

This unit group covers Livestock Farmers not elsewhere classified. It includes Apiarists, Goat Farmers, Horse Breeders, Pig Farmers and Poultry Farmers.

Tasks include

• Plans and coordinates the breeding and raising of goats for fibre, milk, meat and breeding stock
• Organises goat farming operations and routines, such as feeding, watering, herding, milking, shearing, and administration of vaccinations and medications
• Selects and purchases breeding stock and manages goat breeding programs
• Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of goats, including by developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
• Directs and oversees general goat farming activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as pens, fences, sheds and water supply systems
• Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of goats for meat and breeding purposes, and the sale of goat fibre or milk
• Maintains and evaluates records of goat farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages goat farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise goat farm staff and contractors