Livestock Farmers nec
Livestock Farmers nec covers specialist livestock producers not classified elsewhere, including deer, alpaca, rabbit, or other niche species farmers. These enterprises typically operate in regional Australia to supply niche domestic or export markets.
Full-time AUD, 2025 indicative. Wide bands reflect variation by employer, experience, and location.
Niche and variable; opportunities depend on the specific species and regional demand.
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 specialist livestock breed health and nutrition
- Oversee breeding and production cycles
- Maintain appropriate housing, fencing, and water systems
- Manage marketing and sale of livestock or products
Skills required
- Specialist species husbandry
- Animal health and preventive care
- Pasture and containment management
- Farm business and record management
Typical qualifications pathway
Certificate III in Agriculture or species-specific training is typical. VETASSESS is the assessing authority for migration.
Visa & occupation list information
Listed on the ROL only, eligible for subclass 491. Suitable for migrants with specialist livestock skills willing to work in regional or remote Australia For advice on which pathway suits your circumstances, consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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