With over 6,200 foreign nationals having obtained SSW status in livestock farming between 2019 and 2024, this sector offers stable and rewarding career opportunities in Japan . This program prepares you for the unique challenges of Japanese livestock production, which combines traditional practices with modern efficiency and strict quality standards.

The training covers the key biological principles of livestock science, including animal nutrition, physiology, and metabolism . You will learn about feeding management for different stages of animal growth, with specialized instruction in dairy cattle management covering calves through to milking cows . Practical skills include daily animal care routines, barn environment management, and production medicine .

A critical component of the training is Japanese farm hygiene and biosecurity standards . You will learn the rigorous protocols required to prevent disease spread, including the important rule that trainees must have no contact with livestock before departure to Japan . The curriculum also covers feed and forage management, waste handling, and the safety procedures essential for working in Japanese livestock facilities .

The program addresses both the benefits and challenges of livestock production, including environmental considerations and animal welfare standards that are increasingly important in Japanese agriculture . Upon completion, you will be equipped for roles in general livestock farming, breed management, and the collection, shipping, and sorting of livestock products.