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Assistant Dairy Manager

Freeport, ME ยท On-site

$18.75 - $22.75/hr

WNC's program is part of the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship (DGA), an accredited National Apprenticeship registered with the Employment and Training Administration at the U.S. Department of Labor. The ...

The Regenerative Grazing Lands (RGL) Rancher Networks Strategy Manager (Manager) leads efforts to engage and activate rancher networks to advance improved management and protection of grazing lands ...

$83 - $116/hr

What We Can Achieve Together The Regenerative Grazing Lands (RGL) Rancher Networks Strategy Manager (Manager) leads efforts to engage and activate rancher networks to advance improved management and ...

Sales Associate

San Antonio, TX ยท On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

The Sales Associate plays a key role in supporting ranchers, landowners, and dealers with the right fencing and grazing solutions. You'll help customers choose products, quote projects, process ...

Ranch Associate

Chesaw, WA ยท On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

High stock density grazing practices to regenerate the land and produce highest quality meats * 100% grass-fed livestock * Aggressively grow livestock counts through on-farm breeding and acquisitions

Sales Associate

San Antonio, TX ยท On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

The Sales Associate plays a key role in supporting ranchers, landowners, and dealers with the right fencing and grazing solutions. You'll help customers choose products, quote projects, process ...

Ranch Associate

Chesaw, WA ยท On-site

$50K - $75K/yr

High stock density grazing practices to regenerate the land and produce highest quality meats * 100% grass-fed livestock * Aggressively grow livestock counts through on-farm breeding and acquisitions

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How much do grazing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for grazing in the United States is $48,199.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $37,500.00 and $57,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is grazing?

A Grazing job typically involves managing livestock, such as cattle or sheep, to maintain pasture health and productivity. Workers in this role oversee rotational grazing, ensure animals have adequate food and water, and may be responsible for fence maintenance and land stewardship. Grazing jobs are essential for sustainable agriculture, helping prevent overgrazing and promoting soil and plant health.

What are some common challenges faced by grazing managers in their daily roles?

Grazing Managers often face challenges such as managing variations in pasture quality due to weather changes, ensuring optimal livestock nutrition, and coordinating rotational grazing schedules. Balancing herd health with land regeneration requires careful monitoring and quick decision-making. Additionally, Grazing Managers frequently collaborate with farmhands, veterinarians, and agronomists to address issues as they arise. Staying up-to-date with best practices and integrating new technology can help overcome these challenges and maintain sustainable grazing systems.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the grazing position, and why are they important?

To excel in a Grazing Manager role, you need a solid background in animal husbandry, pasture management, and agricultural science, often supported by relevant agricultural qualifications or certifications. Familiarity with rotational grazing systems, soil testing equipment, and digital farm management tools is highly beneficial. Strong observational skills, communication, and adaptability help Grazing Managers effectively oversee livestock and manage land use. These competencies are crucial to ensure healthy herds, sustainable pasture use, and maximized productivity for agricultural operations.

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Infographic showing various Grazing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 71% Full Time, and 29% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $48,199 per year, or $23.2 per hour.

Subject Matter Expert (SME) Opportunity: Online Course Development, AFF-1030: Introduction to Reg...

Vermont State University

Castleton, VT โ€ข On-site

$1.0K/wk

Part-time

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Program Overview and Course Structure

The Regenerative Grazing and Livestock Systems Certificate Program prepares you for a fulfilling career in the livestock farming industry. In this hybrid, 24-credit accredited program, you will develop the well-rounded skills to manage ruminant (beef and dairy cattle, sheep and goat) grazing, as the cornerstone of a modern and profitable agricultural operation. Through coursework and a capstone internship experience you will be connected to leaders in the agricultural practices of adaptive multi-paddock grazing, and develop a host of unique skills to put regenerative grazing into practice. Areas of study include: fence and water system design, sound pasture plant management, soil health management, selection criteria for livestock genetics, development of comprehensive grazing management plans, and, the right business and problem-solving skills to run a successful and modern livestock business.

Program Outcomes

  • Understand regenerative livestock production systems.
  • Understand and design forage and pasture management systems, taking into full account the variables of soil, forage plants, cover crops, rotational density and herd.
  • Identify key components of ruminant nutrition, infectious diseases, pests, and herd genetics/breeding, and understand the role of pasture management within the context of herd health.
  • Effectively use farm management tools and business knowledge to create a financially sustainable grazing business model.
  • Design, construct and maintain fencing and watering systems.
  • Tackle realistic problems and variables in complex, high-pressure workforce scenarios.
  • Create an implementable custom grazing management plan for an actual farm.
  • Identify career pathways in the industry and establish professional contacts.

As an SME, you will create and revise original course materials following VTSU Online's established course development process, including templates, milestones, and quality reviews. Compensation per course is $1,000.00/credit.

Course Details:

AFF-1030: Introduction to Regenerative Grazing

Credit Hours: 1

Format: 100% Online, AFF1030

Catalog Description:

This course serves as an introduction to regenerative grazing practices and best practice. Students will apply the status quo approach to agriculture and livestock management in the U.S., including crop monocultures and confined animal feed operations (CAFOs). Students will become proficient in identification of alternatives to conventional systems by understanding key principles of natural systems and how they inform regenerative grazing approaches.

Learning outcomes:

Understand livestock production systems. Define regenerative grazing and understand the relationship to natural systems. Explain how regenerative grazing differs from conventional livestock production systems. Describe the One Health concerns with intensive agricultural production. Describe how regenerative grazing can support human-environmental health.

Prerequisites: None.

Minimum Qualifications

Required minimum qualifications:

  • Qualified candidates should have applied (workforce) subject matter experience, either through direct work experience in the industry, educational degree(s)/certifications, or a combination thereof. Prior experience teaching is preferred.
  • Applicants should include a brief statement of interest and a resume or CV showing any relevant work and/or educational experience.

Scheduled Hours Weekly:

40

Budgeted Wage for this Position:

$1,000.00/credit.

Exempt Status:

Exempt

Grade:

T02

Job Posting Responsibilities: