Hard Skills
IntermediateLivestock HandlingThe ability to safely move, sort, and restrain animals using low-stress techniques to ensure animal and handler safety.
AdvancedAnimal Health MonitoringIdentifying signs of illness, injury, or distress in livestock and administering basic treatments or notifying veterinary staff.
BasicFencing and Infrastructure RepairMaintenance and repair of farm structures including perimeter fences, gates, and water troughs to contain livestock.
IntermediateFarm Machinery OperationThe safe operation and basic maintenance of tractors, ATVs, and feeding equipment used in daily herd management.
BasicLivestock Record KeepingAccurate documentation of animal births, weights, vaccinations, and movements for regulatory and management purposes.
IntermediateNutritional ManagementExecuting feeding programs and monitoring the quality of forage and water provided to the herd.