新华社乌鲁木齐2月8日电（记者胡虎虎、徐宏岩）每到交易日，新疆伊宁县最大的牛羊巴扎（"巴扎"意为"集市"）——新疆创锦黄公农产品交易市场（简 称"黄公市场"），一大早就开始了，寒冬腊月也不例外。成群的牛羊、马匹"乘坐"各式车辆排队进入这座巴扎，与出售牲畜的养殖户一道早早来到交易场所 的，还有"牲畜经纪人"。 在巴扎上，作为促使交易达成的中间人，"牲畜经纪人"由来已久。2025年7月，人社部发布第七批新职业目录，"牲畜经纪人"正式成为"农产品经纪人"职业 下增设的新工种。 新疆伊宁县牛羊巴扎一角。新华社记者 胡虎虎 摄"以前，大家都叫我们'牛羊贩子'，现在改口称'经纪人'，听着就不一样，心里舒坦。"47岁的牲畜经纪人马 军笑道。如今，在这座牛羊巴扎，活跃着3000余名牲畜经纪人。 巴扎上摩肩接踵，各式吆喝声、牛羊叫声不绝于耳。马军一头扎进拥挤的活畜待售区，想转个身都困难。他斜挎着钱包、胸前揣着手机、手上捏了根不到50 厘米的木棍、裤兜里装着涂标识的红色颜料，不停地在转悠。 "一天几万步，其实就是寻觅商机。"马军看似漫不经心，实则能一眼相中出肉率更高的牛，同时，他一路和相熟的农牧民、客商打招呼。 观毛色、辨品种、 ...

Core Insights - The article highlights the emergence of "livestock brokers" as a recognized profession in China, particularly in the Xinjiang region, where the Huanggong Bazaar serves as the largest livestock trading market with a history of over a century [1][9]. Group 1: Market Overview - Huanggong Bazaar can handle a daily trading volume of up to 15,000 livestock, making it a central hub for livestock transactions in Xinjiang [1]. - The market has a weekly trading schedule, with peak activity on Wednesdays, attracting up to 30,000 visitors [4]. - The annual trading volume at Huanggong Bazaar exceeds 1 million livestock, with an annual transaction value surpassing 6 billion yuan [9]. Group 2: Role of Livestock Brokers - Livestock brokers like Ma Jun facilitate transactions, handling around 7,000 livestock annually and generating monthly transaction values exceeding 3 million yuan during peak seasons [2][4]. - Brokers have adapted to modern demands by utilizing social media platforms to promote livestock, significantly increasing their client base and transaction speed [4][5]. - Trust and credibility are essential for brokers, as they often need to compensate clients for unsatisfactory livestock quality, which helps build long-term relationships [6]. Group 3: Technological Integration - The market is moving towards digital management, allowing for online transactions and data integration, which enhances transaction security and efficiency [9]. - The introduction of features like video calls for livestock viewing reflects a shift from traditional negotiation methods to more transparent and efficient practices [8]. Group 4: Market Structure and Functionality - Huanggong Bazaar spans 630 acres and includes various functional areas such as inspection zones and financial services, facilitating a comprehensive trading environment [8]. - The market's organization into specific trading zones for different livestock types streamlines the buying process for customers [7].