Food, Agriculture and Natural Resources Careers (USDA and Purdue University)

Note: This is not a complete list of careers in agriculture. There are too many possibilities to list all, but it will be updated frequently.

Production Agriculture

• Animal Husbandry Professional
• Christmas Tree Farmer
• Crop Farmer
• Dairy Farmer
• Farm Laborer
• Rancher

Agricultural Education

• Agriculture Teacher
• County Cooperative Extension Service Educator
• Environmental Educator

Agricultural Research

• Agronomist
• Dairy Scientist
• Equine Scientist
• Food Scientist and Technologist
• Milling and Baking Specialist
• Pomologist
• Soil Scientist

Agricultural Regulations, Law and Policy

• Agricultural Grader
• Agricultural Inspector

Agricultural Communication/Art/Design

• Agricultural Journalist
• Packaging Designer
• Public Relations Representative
• Social Media Analyst

Social and Personal Services

• Florist
• Gardener
• Golf Course Superintendent
• Groundskeeper
• Landscaper
• Pesticide Handler

Natural Science and Resource Management

• Entomologist
• Forester
• Geographer
• Hydrologist
• Soil Conservationist

Manufacturing/Engineering/Construction/Mechanics

• Agricultural Machinery Mechanic
• Custom Equipment Operator
• Feed Mill Equipment Operator

Human and Animal Health

• Animal Breeder
• Dietitian
• Veterinary Technician

Agricultural Business and Management

• Agricultural Business Manager
• Agricultural Equipment Salesperson
• Butcher
• Farm Loan Officer
• Farm Manager
• Fruit and Vegetable Market Manager
• Greenhouse Manager
• Quality Control Manager
• Truck Driver
• Warehouse Worker

Computer Technology

• Precision Agriculture Technician
• Remote Sensing Technician