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Careers in Agriculture
There are many career opportunities in the field of agriculture that vary from agricultural science to working on the actual field. Agriculture is a large industry that provides many people with a long time employment. Many jobs involve studying the plants and animal life in order to produce better quality fibres and food for the nation. The variety of jobs available range from communications, economics, education and engineering.
Education
Agricultural courses, researchers.
People specialised in this area usually teach agriculture to students and can be hired by agricultural companies as they need people that have an all round knowledge in the field.
Communications
Marketers, public relations.
To help promote and market products so that farmers can sell what they produce to the community.
Engineering
Irrigation, sanitation.
In order to keep the food and things they produce fresh and safe from any contamination advanced agricultural engineering is needed. They usually need to know both the plants and how to maintain them using machinery, waste management and other techniques.
Economics
Insurance, grain broker.
In times of any environmental issues, such as drought, an agricultural representative can help with repairing any damage to the land.
Education
Agricultural courses, researchers.
People specialised in this area usually teach agriculture to students and can be hired by agricultural companies as they need people that have an all round knowledge in the field.
Communications
Marketers, public relations.
To help promote and market products so that farmers can sell what they produce to the community.
Engineering
Irrigation, sanitation.
In order to keep the food and things they produce fresh and safe from any contamination advanced agricultural engineering is needed. They usually need to know both the plants and how to maintain them using machinery, waste management and other techniques.
Economics
Insurance, grain broker.
In times of any environmental issues, such as drought, an agricultural representative can help with repairing any damage to the land.
CAREERS IN COTTON
Our Australian cotton industry can offer many opportunities for young adults interested in agriculture. Cotton is a growing industry involving a variety of jobs that can lead to many larger career pathways. It provides people interested with the chance to learn more and enhance their skills and knowledge. There are multiple jobs available in different areas that range from production of cotton to using cotton. View the A-Z in cotton careers below.
Educational opportunities in agriculture
Jobs and qualifications:
- Assistant Farmhand - Certificate I in Rural Operations
- Farmhand - Certificate II in Agriculture
- Field Equipment Operator - Certificate III in Agriculture
- Field Supervisor - Certificate IV in Agriculture
- Farm Business Manager - Diploma of Agriculture or Rural Business Management
- Rural Business Manager - Advanced Diploma of Agriculture or Rural Business Management