Whakatipu Heihei, Poaka, Kararehe hoki Poultry, Pigs and Livestock farming

The Poultry, Pigs and Other Livestock workforce numbers have been steady, but Pork and Poultry in particular have struggled to attract staff.

The industry grouping faces international competition and regulatory change, which may require new skills for its workforce.
Learner numbers have fluctuated, with Pork and Poultry both generally having a low uptake of qualifications compared to other industries with a similar workforce size.

However, we need to undertake further research to understand why this is before we make more definitive investment advice. In the first instance a new programme is being developed to support the skills needed in the Poultry sub-industry.

Support programmes delivering the New Zealand Certificate in Poultry Production Strands: Poultry Egg Production, Poultry Hatchery, and Poultry Rearing (Level 3)

The Poultry sub-industry is developing a programme to deliver the Level 3 New Zealand Certificate in Poultry Production Strands: Poultry Egg Production, Poultry Hatchery, and Poultry Rearing.

Return to Poultry, Pigs and Livestock Farming Industry page click here.