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Agricultural Livestock
What is the livestock industry?
The livestock industry offers a huge range of opportunities for anyone of any age. Livestock farms and businesses vary enormously, so you could find yourself working in areas as diverse as dairy, beef, sheep, pigs or poultry. Many lowland farms combine livestock production with growing crops.
Farmers Markets are increasing, providing farmers with a direct route to market for their products and creating a shopping experience that is vibrant and upbeat.
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2.2% of the UK`s workforce are employed in agriculture
- There are around 174,800 livestock businesses in the UK… would you like to work for one of them?
What opportunities are there for me?
Farms vary enormously, so there are plenty of opportunities to pursue a particular interest. Businesses can be small, so each employee has an important role to play. The more skills you can develop, the more you will be able to contribute. Go on to discover what skills you need to work with livestock
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