We surveyed 617 dairy farmers to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical dairy farmer. Here are the results.
How much intelligence is required as a dairy farmer?
Low
High
Working as a dairy farmer typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.
Can I learn to become a dairy farmer?
Intrinsic Talent
Acquired Talent
A career as a dairy farmer typically depends predominantly on qualities you can gain through experience, with a small aspect of skills you are born with.
Is it easy to get a job as a dairy farmer?
Easy
Hard
It’s typically difficult to find a job as a dairy farmer. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for dairy farmers.
Do dairy farmers work full-time or part-time?
47% of dairy farmers work in full-time roles while 53% work part-time.
Is being a dairy farmer stressful?
Low
High
Stress is not uncommon amongst dairy farmers, with daily work sometimes being quite demanding.
Is being organized important as a dairy farmer?
Low
High
Organization is not considered a particuarly important part of being a dairy farmer.
How competitive is the workplace for dairy farmers?
Low
High
Competition at work is not common for dairy farmers.
Does being a dairy farmer require frequent time pressure to complete tasks?
Low
High
Time pressure tends not to be a major contributor of stress for dairy farmers.
Are dairy farmers allowed to express themselves creatively?
Low
High
Dairy farmers are afforded a certain level of ability to express themselves creatively, compared to other careers.