Careers In Agriculture

Careers in the agriculture industry are broader than one might think.  The Your Career government website provides details on a number of specialised roles.  These include – 

Agricultural and Forestry scientist - Agricultural and Forestry Scientists advise farmers, rural industries, and government on aspects of farming, develop techniques for increasing productivity, and study and develop plans and policies for the management of forest areas. 

This is a well-paid job, and there is a strong demand for employment.

Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operator - Agricultural and Horticultural Mobile Plant Operators operate agricultural and horticultural plants to clear and cultivate land, and sow and harvest crops.

There is a strong demand in industry for this specialisation.

Agricultural Consultant - Agricultural Consultants advise farmers, agricultural businesses, rural industries and government on the production, processing, and distribution of farm products.

There is a strong demand in industry for this specialisation.

Agricultural Engineer - Agricultural Engineers perform and supervise engineering work related to the use and development of agricultural land, buildings, machines, and equipment.

There is a very strong demand in industry for this specialisation.

Agricultural Scientist - Agricultural Scientists study commercial plants, animals, and cultivation techniques to enhance the productivity of farms and agricultural industries.

There is a strong demand in industry for this specialisation.

Agricultural, Forestry & Horticultural Operator - Agricultural, Forestry and Horticultural Plant Operators operate agricultural, forestry and horticultural plant to clear and cultivate land, sow, and harvest crops, and fell trees and move logs.

Well-paid and there is a strong demand in industry for this specialisation.