Poultry, Pigs and other livestock industry

We are working with Pork NZ and partners to review two key qualifications for the industry group.

The qualification and unit standards associated with the qualifications have now passed their scheduled review date, so this is an opportunity to investigate whether they are still fit for purpose.

We will draw on the expertise of industry to ensure that the qualifications, and any standards that we review or develop, serve the needs of ākonga/learners and are up to date with current industry requirements.

Project scope:

• New Zealand Certificate in Pork Production (Stockperson) with an optional strand in Farrowing Care (Level 3) (55-75 credits).
• New Zealand Certificate in Pork Production (Management)with an optional strand in Pig Farm Production Planning (Level 4) (100-140 credits).
• 31-unit standards within the Pork Production domain, all due for review by December 2023 and one unit standard due in December 2024.

Key milestones:

• Internal planning: February 2025
• Project launch: April
• Review, develop and confirm – content, standards, micro-credentials (if required): May-June
• Consultation on products: July. Have your say on new Pork skill standards

In May 2025, two livestock-related qualifications were reviewed and approved following sector consultation. 

The New Zealand Certificate in Artificial Insemination of Livestock (Level 4) underwent its scheduled five-yearly review. Feedback from the sole provider and industry representatives confirmed the qualification remains fit for purpose, with no significant changes required. To align with upcoming reviews of related unit standards in dairy, equine, and porcine insemination, the next review is set for December 2028. 

The New Zealand Certificate in Tuberculosis Testing of Livestock (Level 3) with strands in Cattle and Deer was also reviewed. Consultation confirmed it continues to meet industry needs and remains fit for purpose.