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October 1, 2010

Those still in college need to be looking for ways to build their brand and expertise to gain the attention of employers.

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  • What is happening for those coming into agriculture?
    • What should students think about when considering agriculture as a career?
    • National Agri-Marketing Association and students, what's involved?
    • Internships? Tips?
    • What's the buzz among students about jobs, future, economy?
    • What digital sites are students looking at for information, connections, ideas, fun?
July 15, 2010

Where can I start my ag career and job search?

These are stating points for discovering and researching agricultural jobs and careers.

July 15, 2010

The outlook for agriculture employment is good. Several resources and tools can assist you in discovering agriculture job opportunities.

Employment prospects for farmers, ranchers, and production managers are expected to decline over the next seven years, with notable exceptions in organic farming, horticulture, and aquiculture. The overall outlook for careers in agriculture and food science is brighter—job growth in these areas is expected to keep pace with the average of other occupations in the United States.

Larger Farms, Fewer Jobs