Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers run establishments that produce crops, livestock, and dairy products.
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- Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers
- Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources
What do they typically do
- Supervise all steps of crop production or ranging, including planting, fertilizing, harvesting, and herding
- Make decisions about crops or livestock by evaluating factors such as market conditions, disease, soil conditions, and the availability of federal programs
- Choose and buy supplies, such as seed, fertilizer, and farm machinery
- Maintain farming equipment
- Maintain farm facilities, such as water pipes, fences, and animal shelters
- Serve as the sales agent for crops, livestock, and dairy products
- Record financial, tax, production, and employee information
Number of Jobs
Average Annual
Job Growth -0.2%
Job Openings 404
Education & Training
- Education Most require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.Associated Programs or MajorsLicense
Private Training Programs
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