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While we have faith in this publication and its
intended message to inspire movement toward careers
in agriculture, we know that we cannot, and this book
cannot, accomplish this monumental task on our own.
Therefore, we ask that you share this publication with
those you feel could benefit from it. Send it to your
friend who has a passion for science but isn’t sure
which career path is most intriguing. Pass it along to a
student searching for a career matching their interests in
technology. Share it with someone you know who may not
realize the vast career opportunities in agriculture beyond
production.
We wish you the best of luck on your journey, and we
believe that agriculture is the right path for you. Start
here, and start now.
We NEED ag careers
An introduction from
Agriculture” designed to encourage people from all
backgrounds to pursue careers in this industry. A
dialogue has thus been set forth around the challenges
facing the agricultural workforce both today and
tomorrow; the multitude of diverse and interesting
opportunities available globally in agriculture and
food; and how to go about pursuing a career in the
agricultural industry.
We invite you to explore the following pages to learn
about the potential agriculture holds for you. Discover
why agricultural careers are relevant and needed.
Understand agriculture as a chief industry around the
world. Learn how the industry is changing and ready to
welcome new ideas and different experiences. Visualize
the future of agriculture and how everyone has the
capability and is invited to make this their career path.
The agricultural industry is a changing and exciting
place to be. Scientific and technological advancement
within agriculture has created numerous new opportunities
in all realms and facets of the industry, calling on new
individuals to bring with them the unique skills
necessary for the increased production of food and
renewable resources. With more careers possible in the
industry than ever before, they are also more necessary
than ever before.
has long stood by our vision of feeding
the world with talent. While our efforts and those of our
valued industry partners are not in vain, we are simply not
reaching the right individuals fast enough. Understanding
the need for increased participation in the agricultural
industry in order to feed and fuel a continually growing
world, we have created this publication “Careers in
Erika Osmundson
Director of Marketing & Communications
Kristine Penning
Creative Marketing Specialist