Pasture Manager

Description

Pasture Manager MDNI FARMS LTD Farming & Agriculture Rest of Nigeria (Delta) Full Time Agriculture, Fishing & Forestry NGN Less than 75,000 New Today Job Summary

We seek a caring and compassionate individual to manage our pasture fields while assisting the farm manager in day-to-day farm operations.

• Minimum Qualification:OND
• Experience Level:Entry level
• Experience Length:1 year

Job Description/Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Oversee pasture and grazing systems, optimizing forage production and utilization for small ruminant livestock.
• Planning and implementing strategies to ensure pasture health and productivity.
• Monitoring pasture health, implementing weed control and soil fertility improvement measures, and coordinating rotational grazing schedules for optimal forage utilization and animal health.
• Collaborate with the farm manager and director to develop and implement livestock and pasture management plans.
• Utilize your expertise as an Assistant Farm Manager.
• Supervise pasture maintenance activities, including mowing, seeding, and irrigation.
• Coordinate livestock forage utilization.
• Support the farm manager in daily caring for and managing small ruminant livestock.
• Assist with feeding and watering animals according to their nutritional requirements.
• Monitor and observe livestock for signs of illness, injury, or distress.
• Assist with routine health checks, vaccinations, and treatments as directed.
• Assist the manager in managing the breeding and reproduction program for the small ruminant herd.
• Assist with estrus detection, artificial insemination, or natural mating processes.
• Monitor and record breeding records, including mating dates and pregnancy status.
• Collaborate with the manager to develop and implement a breeding strategy to achieve desired genetic traits and production goals.
• Provide support to the manager in monitoring and managing overall herd health and performance.
• Assist with regular herd inspections, body condition scoring, and weight monitoring.
• Assist with data collection and record-keeping related to animal performance, growth rates, and production metrics.
• Collaborate with the manager to identify and address any health or nutritional issues within the herd.
• Assist with implementing herd health protocols, including vaccination programs and parasite control measures.

Requirements:

• Minimum academic qualification of OND/HND/BSc in Crop Science, Agriculture, Animal Science, or equivalent.
• Passion for agriculture and willingness to work hands-on is required.
• Extensive experience in a farming-related field.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Superb communication and interpersonal skills.

Renumeration: NGN 65,000 monthly.