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Arrange marketing of livestock

Arrange marketing of livestock

Unit of competency
National Code
AHCLSK502
State Code
BAQ04
TGA Status
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
27/06/2016
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
12/01/2017
Field of Education
080321 - Farm Management And Agribusiness
Original Release Date
12/01/2017
Nominal Hours
40
Description
This unit of competency describes the skills and knowledge required to arrange for the marketing of livestock and associated products.This unit applies to livestock production managers whose job role includes livestock marketing.All work must be carried out to comply with workplace procedures, work health and safety, animal welfare and biosecurity legislation and codes of practice and sustainability practices.This unit applies to individuals who take personal responsibility and exercise autonomy in undertaking complex work. They analyse design and communicate solutions to sometimes complex problems.No occupational licensing, legislative or certification requirements are known to apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Determine sales characteristics and demand
  • 1.1 Identify potential purchasers and their purchasing requirements from available market information
  • 1.2 Observe current and recent sales to monitor market trends and patterns
  • 1.3 Monitor and review regulatory requirements for market entry to ensure quality assurance and fitness for sale
  • 1.4 Determine ability to deliver product to meet market demand and requirements
2. Sell product and arrange transport
  • 2.1 Research sale logistics and incorporate into marketing strategy
  • 2.2 Consult sale outlets about market prospects and inform them of preferred sale method
  • 2.3 Complete transport arrangements in time for sale, and prepare and organise facilities and product and documentation
  • 2.4 Complete negotiations with agents, brokers and buyers
  • 2.5 Arrange and process payments
3. Assess sales performance
  • 3.1 Obtain and analyse sales data to facilitate monitoring of performance against marketing plan and enterprise requirements
  • 3.2 Analyse strengths and weaknesses of performance
  • 3.3 Review sales strategies to maximise future returns
  • 3.4 Record data for future reference according to enterprise, industry and legislative requirements
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
D6997 AHCLSK502A Arrange marketing of livestock Unit of competency
Replaced By
State Code National Code Title Type
OFF68 AHCLSK512 Arrange marketing of livestock Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
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