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Agricultural Science Degree and Career Opportunities.
The following careers can be undertaken in a wide spectrum of different environments, which can result in a totally different career experience. The different environments could include:
- A government department (1 Commonwealth or 6 State or 2 Territories Governments).
- A university or other further education institution.
- A private company or business.
- A research institution (e.g. CSIRO)
Career Types
Agricultural Scientist
Agricultural scientists study commercial plants, animals and cultivation techniques to enhance the productivity and sustainability of farms and agricultural industries. Agricultural scientists may work in laboratories, offices, in the field or in a combination of these. Some work alone but most work as a member of a team. This can be alongside other scientists and farmers and often with other people involved in providing services to the agricultural industry. This profession has a number of different sectors, i.e.:
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· Crop physiologist
· Agricultural
Microbiologist
· Soil Scientist
· Farm Advisor or Extension Officer
· Agronomist
· Agricultural Entomologist
· Agricultural Biotechnologist
· Animal Scientist
· Horticultural Scientist
· Responsibilities of agricultural scientists
· Type of personal qualities and skills needed to be an agricultural scientist
Other types of careers relating to agricultural science
· Farmer/Farm Manager
· Primary Products Inspector
· Public Servant - Australian Public Service
· Winemaker
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