What skills does a poultry breeder need?

A poultry breeder needs 24 essential skills including signs of animal illness, animal nutrition, animal welfare legislation, livestock species, health and safety regulations. Core competencies include .

Will AI replace poultry breeder jobs?

The AI disruption score for poultry breeder is 19/100 (low risk). Some tasks may be automated but the role will evolve rather than disappear entirely.

Agriculture & EnvironmentMarket-oriented skilled agricultural workersISCO 6122

poultry breeder

Poultry breeders oversee the production and day-to-day care of poultry. They maintain the health and welfare of poultry.

European Skills Framework

Skills and knowledge areas required for this occupation based on European classification.

Essential (24)

signs of animal illnesssigns of animal illnessPhysical, behavioural and environmental signs of health and ill health in various animals.animal nutritionanimal nutritionAspects of how different animal species are fed and provided water. Different types of animal food, the quality criteria for animal food and methods to feed and give water to animals.animal welfare legislationanimal welfare legislationThe legal boundaries, codes of professional conduct, national and EU regulatory frameworks and legal procedures of working with animals and living organisms, ensuring their welfare and health.livestock specieslivestock speciesLivestock species and relevant genetics.health and safety regulationshealth and safety regulationsNecessary health, safety, hygiene and environmental standards and legislation rules in the sector of particular activity.control animal movementcontrol animal movementDirect, control or restrain some or part of an animal's, or a group of animals', movement.manage animal biosecuritymanage animal biosecurityPlan and use appropriate biosafety measures to prevent transmission of diseases and ensure effective overall biosecurity. Maintain and follow biosecurity procedures and infection control when working ...provide nutrition to animalsprovide nutrition to animalsProvide food and water to animals. This includes preparing food and water for animals and reporting any changes in the animal feeding or drinking habits.'.assist in transportation of animalsassist in transportation of animalsAssist with the transportation of animals, including the loading and unloading of animals, the preparation of the transport vehicle, and maintaining the wellbeing of the animal throughout the transpor...provide first aid to animalsprovide first aid to animalsAdminister emergency treatment to prevent deterioration of the condition, suffering and pain until veterinary assistance can be sought. Basic emergency treatment needs to be done by non-veterinarians ...maintain professional recordsmaintain professional recordsProduce and maintain records of work performed.create animal recordscreate animal recordsCreate animal records according to industry relevant information and using appropriate record keeping systems.maintain animal accommodation hygienicmaintain animal accommodation hygienicMake sure animal enclosures such as habitats, terrariums, cages or kennels are in the appropriate and hygienic condition. Clean the enclosure and provide new bedding material if called for.apply animal hygiene practicesapply animal hygiene practicesPlan and use appropriate hygiene measures to prevent transmission of diseases and ensure an effective overall hygiene. Maintain and follow hygiene procedures and regulations when working with animals,...care for juvenile animalscare for juvenile animalsAssess the needs of the offspring and juvenile animals. Take appropriate action without delay in case of problems with the health of the offspring or juvenile.dispose of dead animalsdispose of dead animalsDispose of dead animals which are not considered a source of meat. Bury or cremate the animal based on the wishes of the owners or on other criteria.monitor the production of eggsmonitor the production of eggsMeasure control of temperature and humidity in incubators and keep records of egg production.monitor the welfare of animalsmonitor the welfare of animalsMonitor animals’ physical condition and behaviour and report any concerns or unexpected changes, including signs of health or ill-health, appearance, condition of the animals' accommodation, intake of...operate farm equipmentoperate farm equipmentSupervise the smooth running of farm equipment which can include high pressure cleaning equipment, heating or air conditioning and monitor the temperature of premises. Make sure tractors and other veh...assist animal birthassist animal birthAssist in animal births, and care for newborn livestock. Make sure the animal has a clean and quiet place where it can give birth. Have clean drying towels handy at hand and a bottle filled with iodin...breed poultrybreed poultryPrepare a suitable environment for poultry breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of poultry. Monitor the poultry's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Dete...handle feathershandle feathersClean, sort, dry and package feathers taking into account the company policy and specific orders.administer drugs to facilitate breedingadminister drugs to facilitate breedingAdminister specific drugs for synchronisation of breeding cycles to animals in accordance with veterinary and owner instructions. This includes the safe use and storage of drugs and equipment and reco...administer treatment to animalsadminister treatment to animalsAdminister animal medical interventions, including the treatments performed, medicines used, and assessments of the state of health.'.

Optional (18)

animal welfareanimal welfareUniversally recognized animal welfare needs as applied to species, situation and occupation. These are: need for a suitable environment need for a suitable diet need to be able to exhibit normal behav...computerised feeding systemscomputerised feeding systemsThe functioning of computered controlled systems that provide animal feeding.assess management of animalsassess management of animalsEvaluate the management of a wide range of animals including the care, welfare and housing environment of animals in a zoo, wildlife park, stable, farm or animal research facility.advise customers on appropriate pet careadvise customers on appropriate pet careProvide information to customers on how to feed and care for pets, appropriate food choices, vaccination needs, etc.breed turkeysbreed turkeysPrepare a suitable environment for turkey breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of turkeys. Monitor the turkey's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determ...assess animal nutritionassess animal nutritionAssess the nutrition status of animals, diagnose dietary imbalances and prescribe correction.breed geesebreed geesePrepare a suitable environment for geese breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of geese. Monitor the geese's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determinat...advise on animal purchaseadvise on animal purchaseAdvise clients and customers on the purchase of animals.maintain equipmentmaintain equipmentRegularly inspect and perform all required activities to maintain the equipment in functional order prior or after its use.maintain welfare of animals during transportationmaintain welfare of animals during transportationKeep the health and welfare of animals during transportation, including frequent monitoring for signs of stress and symptoms of ill health.breed ducksbreed ducksPrepare a suitable environment for duck breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of ducks. Monitor the duck's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Determinate ...breed ostrichesbreed ostrichesPrepare a suitable environment for ostrich breeding. Select and prepare the appropriate habitats for specific kinds of ostriches. Monitor the ostrich's growth and health and ensure correct feeding. Id...train livestock and captive animalstrain livestock and captive animalsTrain animals to facilitate their routine husbandry, for treatment, and/or public demonstrations.implement exercise activities for animalsimplement exercise activities for animalsProvide exercise opportunities that are suitable for respective animals and meet their particular physical requirements.'.work with veterinarianswork with veterinariansConsult veterinarians and assist them in the examination and nursing of animals.assess animal behaviourassess animal behaviourObserve and evaluate the behaviour of animals in order to work with them safely and recognise deviations from normal behaviour that signal compromised health and welfare.'.advise on animal welfareadvise on animal welfarePrepare and provide information to individuals or groups of people on how to promote the health and well-being of animals, and how risks to animal health and welfare may be reduced. Provide recommenda...handle poultryhandle poultryHandle poultry in compliance with animal welfare. Catch the poultry for examination or movement. Ensure safety of animals during loading for transport.