Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
What is a Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals?
Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals are vital contributors to agriculture and food production, engaged in various tasks associated with raising crops and livestock, as well as managing aquaculture environments. These workers are responsible for tasks that may include planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops; caring for animals; and ensuring the operation of ranches, farms, and aquaculture facilities. Their work often requires physical endurance and an understanding of agricultural practices, as they may operate machinery, monitor animal health, and manage feed and breeding processes. In aquaculture, specialized skills related to the breeding, rearing, and harvesting of fish and shellfish are essential. Overall, these roles play a crucial part in sustaining the agricultural industry and ensuring a steady food supply.
Tasks
- Feed and water livestock and monitor food and water supplies.
- Herd livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks, or other enclosures.
- Examine animals to detect illness, injury, or disease, and to check physical characteristics, such as rate of weight gain.
- Provide medical treatment, such as administering medications and vaccinations, or arrange for veterinarians to provide more extensive treatment.
- Mark livestock to identify ownership and grade, using brands, tags, paint, or tattoos.
Technology Skills
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Spreadsheet software
- Microsoft Excel
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Data base user interface and query software
- BCL Landview Systems WinCrop
- Farm Works Software Trac
- Lancaster DHIA PCDART
- Valley Agricultural Software DairyCOMP 305
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Office suite software
- Microsoft Office software
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Word processing software
- Microsoft Word
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Internet browser software
- Web browser software
Tools Used
- Animal husbandry equipment
- Veterinary injection or suction unit
- Egg inspection or collecting equipment
- Hand sprayers
- Veterinary nail trimmers or cutters
Knowledge
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Production and Processing
Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
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Administration and Management
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.
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Biology
Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
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English Language
Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
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Mechanical
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Skills
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Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
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Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
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Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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Judgment and Decision Making
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
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Operation and Control
Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Abilities
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Problem Sensitivity
The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem.
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Control Precision
The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
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Arm-Hand Steadiness
The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
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Deductive Reasoning
The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
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Oral Comprehension
The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Education
How much education does a new hire need to perform a job in this occupation?
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Some college, no degree
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High school diploma or equivalent
or: GED, High School Equivalency Certificate
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Less than high school diploma
Work Activities
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Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings
Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.
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Performing General Physical Activities
Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
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Making Decisions and Solving Problems
Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
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Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment
Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, aircraft, or watercraft.
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Handling and Moving Objects
Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
Detailed Work Activities
- Care for animals.
- Examine animals to detect illness, injury or other problems.
- Treat animal injuries or illnesses.
- Prepare materials or solutions for animal or plant use.
- Mark agricultural or forestry products for identification.
Work Interests
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Realistic
Work involves designing, building, or repairing of equipment, materials, or structures, engaging in physical activity, or working outdoors. Realistic occupations are often associated with engineering, mechanics and electronics, construction, woodworking, transportation, machine operation, agriculture, animal services, physical or manual labor, athletics, or protective services.
Job Outlook
Projected salary and job growth
$25500.0 - $50300.0
New job opportunities are less likely in the future. : Below Average
Assessment
Related assessments and tests
No assessment available.