Graziers

Graziers are people who raise, feed and grow livestock such as sheep and cattle for food consumption. This may also include poultry, such as chickens and turkeys.

Graziers are responsible for the feeding and growth of the animals prior to wholesale selling to meat suppliers, abattoirs and meat processing warehouses. A Grazier often lives and works on a large landscaped property in a regional or country area. Some Graziers work every day of the week, often starting their work early in the morning. Graziers work in a variety of all weather conditions, including rain, hail, sunshine and hot and cold seasons.

Some Graziers operate their farms organically, whereby they feed their aminals organic seeds and grains. While the operations of feeding organically can be more expensive than regular, non-organic feeding, an organic Grazier farmer can sell their product to meat supplier and abattoirs for a higher market price, as organic meat in some communities is more popular than regular meat, as it is often considered healthier and better quality.

In addition to raising and feeding livestock for market sale, some Graziers also grow vegetable and other natural crops on their properties, such as sugar cane, corn, cotton and wheat. Many Graziers are introduced into the industry from a young age and enjoy the farming lifestyle.