Description
Equine yard managers are responsible for the day to day running of the yard including managing staff, care of the horses, all aspects of health and safety and dealing with clients and owners.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
biosecuritycustomer relationship managementbiologylivestock speciesproject management principlesagricultural business managementanimal welfare legislationlivestock reproductionyoung horses trainingbudgetary principlesequine dental diseasesbreed-specific behaviour of horsestransportation vehicles for horsesagritourismsafe horseback riding principles
Practical Skills
manage livestockmaintain the farmsupervise hygiene procedures in agricultural settingscontrol livestock diseasebreed stockselect livestockmanage agricultural staffkeep task recordswork independently in agricultureoperate agricultural machinerycarry out work related calculations in agricultureanalyse animal locomotionmake independent operating decisionsassess equid footcare requirementsprovide care for horsesclean stallsassist animal birthteach young horsesmanage horse eventsmake farrier tools and suppliesorder suppliestrain horsescarry out post hoof-trimming activitiesnegotiate pricepresent the farm facilitiesmanage production enterprisemaintain pasturespurchase bloodstockattach horseshoesprepare equid hooves