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Are you passionate about farming and love working with cows? Do you enjoy using farm equipment and want a career that's fulfilling and wholesome? If so, becoming a dairy producer might be the perfect fit for you. In this role, you'll run a dairy farm and ensure the health of your livestock. You'll produce raw milk that will be processed into various products such as table milk, cheese, ice cream, and yogurt.

Dairy Producer Responsibilities

As a dairy producer, you'll have a range of responsibilities. If you own a small or medium-sized dairy farm, you'll likely handle most of the work yourself. Larger dairy farms may hire supervisors and herdspersons to assist you. Some of the typical duties you'll have include:

• Milking, feeding, cleaning, and caring for cows
• Maintaining sanitary conditions for milk handling, collection, and storage
• Breeding cows and raising calves
• Keeping records for the proAction food safety program
• Hiring and supervising staff
• Using software to track production, breeding, and finances
• Producing, harvesting, and storing feed crops (unless purchased)
• Administering preventive medications, vaccinations, and treatments

Working Conditions for Dairy Producers

Expect to spend your time both indoors in barns and dairy offices, as well as outdoors, no matter the weather. Modern barns are well-ventilated, and regular cleaning ensures a clean and healthy environment.

Skills Required for Dairy Producer Role

To succeed as a dairy producer, you'll need a few key traits and skills. These include:

• A responsible and caring attitude towards animals and equipment
• Patience and self-discipline
• Strong organizational and business-management skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Adaptability to changing situations
• Physical strength and stamina
• Good coordination and manual dexterity

It's also important to have minimal or no allergies to grains, feeds, animals, or dust. If you enjoy working with animals, taking a methodical approach to your work, and operating machinery and equipment, you'll likely find fulfillment in this role.

National Occupation Classification for Dairy Producers

Dairy producers fall under several National Occupation Classification (NOC) categories, including:

• 2006 NOC: Farmers and Farm Managers (8251)
• 2006 NOC-S: Farmers and Farm Managers (I011)
• 2011 NOC: Managers in Agriculture (0821)
• 2016 NOC: Managers in Agriculture (0821)
• 2021 NOC: Managers in Agriculture (80020)

By pursuing a career as a dairy producer, you can combine your love for farming, animals, and machinery into a fulfilling and rewarding profession. With an average salary of $33.59 per hour and an approximate annual demand of 21,700 per province, this field offers promising opportunities for those with a passion for dairy farming.