Charles Ellicott Commentary Genesis 46:32

"and the men are shepherds, for they have been keepers of cattle; and they have brought their flocks, and their herds, and all that they have." — Genesis 46:32 (ASV)

The men are shepherds. — As Joseph’s purpose was to keep his brothers isolated in Goshen, he instructs them not to conceal their occupation, because Pharaoh, on learning it, would not wish them to dwell in Egypt itself.