Equine Farm Manager
Animal Sciences & Husbandry
Manage the selection, breeding, care, and maintenance of work, athletic, and show horses; and to manage horse farms, stables, tracks and related equipment and operations.
What Equine Farm Managers Do
Manage the selection, breeding, care, and maintenance of work, athletic, and show horses; and to manage horse farms, stables, tracks and related equipment and operations.
Common Tasks
Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary
- 1Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- 2Advise students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues.
- 3Supervise undergraduate or graduate teaching, internship, and research work.
- 4Supervise laboratory sessions and field work and coordinate laboratory operations.
- 5Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, books, or electronic media.
What You'll Learn
Types of Equine Farm Managers
Work Environment
Locations
- • Horse farms and breeding operations
- • Training barns and riding stables
- • Racetracks and equine event venues
- • Agricultural extension offices and field sites
- • Colleges and teaching farms
Schedule
Schedules often include early mornings, weekends, and seasonal peaks, with hours shifting based on weather, foaling/breeding cycles, and event calendars.
Physical Demands
Work mixes office tasks with hands-on barn and facility oversight, including standing, walking, lifting, and frequent handling of animals and equipment. You may need to bend, twist, and work outdoors in heat, cold, dust, and mud.
Salary & Job Outlook
National Employment: 932,500 jobs
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Why Demand May Grow
Demand can rise as horse farms, training barns, and equine facilities professionalize operations and focus more on animal welfare, biosecurity, and regulatory compliance. Growth in equine recreation and sport in some regions can also increase need for skilled managers and supervisors.
Skills You'll Need
Pros & Cons
Pros
- • Work closely with horses and equine operations
- • Leadership and business responsibility opportunities
- • Varied daily work (animals, facilities, people, logistics)
- • Transferable skills across agriculture and animal industries
- • Potential for strong earnings in higher-responsibility roles
Cons
- • Long or irregular hours, including weekends and holidays
- • Risk of injury around large animals and equipment
- • Work can be physically demanding and outdoors in all weather
- • Income and job stability can depend on farm finances and seasonality
- • High responsibility for animal health, compliance, and staff performance
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