As you search for the right career path and learn more about your options, one thing you'll find is that there is a wide range of careers that fall under the umbrella of "agriculture." You can choose to work directly with plants or animals, or you can become an agricultural engineer, a chemist or a physicist. You can even become involved in policy making and advocacy. You can also become an agricultural journalist, writing about anything from farming techniques to genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to organic food production. Of course, this all depends on your interests, your strengths, your experience and where you want to live.
If you're thinking about becoming involved in the field of agriculture but aren't yet sure which direction to take, here are some broad categories for some of the different types of jobs available:
- Farm worker
- Agricultural engineering
- Crop Grower
- Grain elevator operator
- Agriculture Mechanics
- Agricultural equipment technician
- Agricultural equipment operators
- Purchasing agent
- Warehouse manager
- Agriculture specialist
- Sales representative
- Crop manager
If you have an affinity for science and math as well as a desire to work outside, agriculture will be a great choice for you.
Agricultural careers are diverse, from growing to processing to distribution. The possibilities are boundless and you can find an agricultural career that matches your interests and skillsets.
