Careers in Agriculture

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If you are passionate about social sciences...
Agriculture is diversifying, and barriers must be broken in
order for the industry to continue to progress around the
world. For individuals interested and educated in
languages, interpreters and bilingual specialists are
needed to bridge the communication gaps between
peoples of different cultures and backgrounds. Also,
global travel is intricate to many agricultural
organizations, and careers in which travel is guaranteed
are not difficult to find. Consider careers in recruiting
or human resources, international relations,
or merchandising.
If you are passionate about health and wellness...
Dieticians and nutritionists play an important part in
agriculture by acting as food scientists and
understanding how the foods that we eat affect us.
Animal health is also highly integral to agriculture.
Careers include veterinarians, animal welfare specialists,
and animal physical therapists.
If you are passionate about technology...
Technology is nothing new to agriculture; the industry
is bursting with opportunities to innovate and improve
agricultural practices and data cultivation. Careers abound
in precision agriculture, information technology, software
development, and engineering.
If you are passionate about education...
Agricultural teachers are in short supply but highly needed
in order to foster interest in agriculture in future
generations. Furthermore, opportunities are available with
agricultural associations aimed at educating and
empowering young agriculturalists. Since education is a
lifelong journey, look for work in extension, consulting,
advocacy, or Farm Bureau opportunities if interested in
working with adults.
If you are passionate about mathematics or science...
You’ve hit the jackpot! Agriculture overflows with careers
rooted in science and math. You’ll find that nearly every
career listed in the Career Profiles calls for
at least basic knowledge in mathematics and some kind of
science.
Nearly any career you can think of can be translated in an
agricultural career. Explore opportunities with optimism, and
you won’t be disappointed.
Typically, when one imagines agriculture, the one career
that comes to mind is a farmer. While farmers are highly
needed and irreplaceable in the agricultural industry,
agriculture continues to advance, and new and exciting
careers are being created all the time. Today, whatever your
passion, you can pair it with an important career in
agriculture. If you take a look at , you’ll
find this to be especially true. Some of the most
surprising careers I have found on the site include a nurse,
a chaplain, and a radio broadcaster.
You’ll find in the Career Profiles that
careers are split into seven pathways of which your
interests may be classified: agricultural business,
agricultural mechanics, animal science, environmental
services, food science, natural resources, and plant
science. But you don’t have to limit your interests to these
categories. You may find yourself working in any of those
pathways by pursuing your passions.
If you are passionate about art or writing...
The story of agriculture needs to be told to the masses.
Talented artists specializing in all different kinds of media
and writers are needed to champion the industry. Look for
careers in graphic design, digital media, communications,
journalism, and photography. Plus, no matter which career
you choose, at least choose to be artistic on the side.
CAREERS YOU WOULDN’T EXPECT TO FIND IN AG
By Kristine Penning,