Poultry, Pigs and other livestock farming
The industry faces new regulatory requirements that may require new skills. Working with industry, we will investigate the topics of most need. For example, information on changing animal welfare practices could be incorporated into qualifications.
In addition, we will investigate whether developing micro-credentials for animal welfare; biosecurity; husbandry; animal health; health and safety; and/or feed requirements would be beneficial to the industry. These skills which are highly relevant across many of our industries may be more transferable, enabling a more mobile workforce for the whole sector.
Update:
The industry faces new regulatory requirements that may demand new skills. Working with industry, we will examine existing knowledge, identify gaps, and focus on current and future skill needs.
In addition, we will investigate whether developing products for targeted skills, such as animal welfare; biosecurity; husbandry; health and safety; and/or feed requirements would be beneficial to the industry. These skills, which are highly relevant across many of our industries, may be more transferable, enabling a more mobile workforce for the whole sector and will be tested for fit in both the Entry Level and Agriculture Qualification Development Projects.
Key steps:
Engagement
- Open expressions of interest form - 4-28 March 2024
- Wānanga/roadshow - April/May 2024
- Steering and working groups formed - May-September 2024
Latest progress:
Consultation
- Advise identified iwi and hapū Māori and Māori industry partners about project launching 4 March 2024 - 28 February 2024
- Project announcement to industry, VET providers and public - 4 March 2024