Dairy farmer NOC code
NOC 2021 code, TEER level and Express Entry status for dairy farmer.
Last reviewed 2026-11-02 · Sources: Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)
Quick answer
The NOC code for dairy farmer is 80020 (Managers in agriculture), a TEER 0 occupation — it counts as skilled work for Express Entry.
NOC code
80020
TEER 0 · skilled
High-wage
Not listed
No extra CRS points
Category draws
None
IRCC 2026 lists
What NOC 80020 covers
Managers in agriculture plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the operations and functions of farms. They are responsible for growing crops, raising and breeding livestock, poultry and other animals, marketing farm products and enhancing farms' sustainability through, notably, the implementation of new technologies. They usually own and operate their own establishment.
| Unit group | 80020 — Managers in agriculture |
|---|---|
| TEER | TEER 0 — management occupations |
| Broad category | Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations |
Main duties to compare with yours
- Manage the overall operations of a farm, ranch or orchard
- Determine the amount and kinds of crops to be grown and livestock to be raised
- Organize and co-ordinate planting, cultivating and crop harvesting activities; raising and breeding of livestock and poultry
- Hire and manage farm personnel
- Establish a marketing program
- Develop and keep financial and production records
To use NOC 80020 on an Express Entry profile or reference letter, your duties should match the lead statement and most of the main duties. See every duty and the full Express Entry breakdown for NOC 80020 →
Other job titles under NOC 80020
Similar titles in other NOC codes
If your duties don't match NOC 80020, one of these may fit better:
- Dairy farm worker — NOC 85100 (Livestock labourers, TEER 5)
- Dairy herdsperson — NOC 84120 (Specialized livestock workers and farm machinery operators, TEER 4)
- Dairy plant manager — NOC 90010 (Manufacturing managers, TEER 0)
- Dairy products inspector — NOC 22111 (Agricultural and fish products inspectors, TEER 2)
- Fish farmer — NOC 80022 (Managers in aquaculture, TEER 0)
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Sources: Statistics Canada, NOC 2021 Version 1.0 (example titles and duties); IRCC high-wage occupations and category-based selection lists. Check the official NOC site before you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for dairy farmer?+
In NOC 2021, "dairy farmer" is an example title in unit group 80020 — Managers in agriculture. It is a TEER 0 occupation in the "Natural resources, agriculture and related production occupations" broad category.
Is dairy farmer eligible for Express Entry?+
NOC 80020 is TEER 0, which IRCC counts as skilled work experience for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class — provided your actual duties match the NOC description and you meet every other program requirement.
Does dairy farmer get extra CRS points?+
NOC 80020 isn't on IRCC's high-wage list, so there are no extra high-wage or job offer points. Canadian work-length points still apply for TEER 0–3 work.
Can a dairy farmer get a category-based Express Entry invitation?+
NOC 80020 isn't on any of IRCC's current category-based selection lists. You can still be invited in general, Canadian Experience Class or Provincial Nominee Program rounds.
What if my job title says dairy farmer but my duties are different?+
IRCC assesses your duties, not your job title. Compare what you actually do with the lead statement and main duties of NOC 80020. If most of them don't match, look at the related occupations below or search the official NOC site.