Deer Farmer
A Deer Farmer manages farmed deer for venison production, velvet, or breeding stock. Deer farming is a niche agricultural enterprise in Australia, primarily operating in Victoria, SA, and Tasmania.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Niche industry with limited but stable demand; opportunities concentrated in southern Australia.
Occupation list membership
Which Department of Home Affairs skilled lists this occupation currently appears on.
- ROLRegional Occupation List
Occupations eligible for regional visas such as Subclass 491 and 494.
Assessing authority
The body that assesses skills for migration purposes for this occupation.
- VETVETASSESSVisit official site →
Visa pathways
Australian visa subclasses for which this occupation is currently eligible.
State nominations
States and territories that currently nominate this occupation for skilled migration.
| Code | State / Territory | Details |
|---|---|---|
| WA | Western Australia | View nomination → |
| SA | South Australia | View nomination → |
Key duties
- Manage deer herd health, nutrition, and pasture systems
- Oversee velvet harvesting under relevant animal welfare codes
- Manage breeding programs and herd performance records
- Maintain fencing and infrastructure suited to deer behaviour
Skills required
- Deer husbandry and behaviour management
- Pasture management and supplementary feeding
- Animal health and veterinary support
- Velvet harvesting techniques and food safety compliance
Typical qualifications pathway
Certificate III in Agriculture with deer-specific experience is typical. VETASSESS assesses qualifications for migration.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on the ROL only, this occupation is eligible for subclass 491. Suitable for migrants with specialist deer farming experience seeking regional employment For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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