When we step outside the feedlot itself, there are still several crucial roles within the supply chain that support the industry and help it thrive.

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Veterinarians work closely with cattle, ensuring they're healthy before, during, and after their time at the feedlot. They manage disease prevention, vaccinations, and overall animal welfare.

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Nutritionists design specialised feed programs to make sure cattle are getting the right nutrients, whether they're on a feedlot or in the preparation stages. These nutrition experts can work directly with Feedlot Managers or in consultancy roles, helping optimise cattle diets for growth and health.

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Other roles like Cattle Backgrounders focus on preparing cattle before they enter feedlots; they ensure cattle are acclimatised, vaccinated, and ready for the transition.

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Truck Drivers are essential in transporting cattle to and from feedlots, ensuring safe and bio-secure transport practices are followed. These roles can lead to specialised careers in livestock transport or even logistics management, working across multiple stages of the cattle journey.

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External roles are crucial to the feedlot industry and come plenty of career opportunities to explore in agriculture, transport, health, and animal welfare!