Agricultural Representatives, Consultants, and Specialists
(NOC 2123)
in All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information TechnologyAgricultural representatives, consultants and specialists assist and advise farmers on all aspects of farm management, cultivation, fertilization, harvesting, soil erosion and composition, disease prevention, nutrition, crop rotation and marketing. Agrologists study farm crops and animals and develop ways of improving their quantity and quality, and control pests and weeds more effectively. They also research ways of changing raw agricultural commodities into healthy food products for consumers. They work for businesses, institutions and governments that assist the farming community, or they may be self-employed.
Job Outlook
Undetermined
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Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
Hourly Pay
$23.19
Minimum$35.28
Median$52.33
MaximumAnnual Pay
N/A
Minimum$62,205
MedianN/A
MaximumCompared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
Hourly Pay
$18.00
Minimum$34.90
Median$54.10
MaximumAnnual Pay
$13,568
Minimum$60,422
Median$107,009
MaximumAbout the job
Nature of work
Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists assist and advise farmers on all aspects of farm management, cultivation, fertilization, harvesting, soil erosion and composition, disease prevention, nutrition, crop rotation and marketing. Agrologists study farm crops and animals and develop ways of improving their quantity and quality, and control pests and weeds more effectively. They also research ways of changing raw agricultural commodities into healthy food products for consumers. They work for businesses, institutions and governments that assist the farming community, or they may be self-employed.
Job duties
Agricultural representatives, consultants, and specialists:
- Counsel and advise farmers on crop cultivation and fertilization, harvesting, animal and poultry care, disease prevention, farm management, farm financing, marketing, and other agricultural subjects.
- Prepare and present information sessions and lectures for farmers and other groups.
- Research and analyze agricultural data and prepare research reports.
- Communicate with researchers, educators and government or business managers on matters pertaining to farming and agriculture.
- Maintain records of services provided and the effects of advice given.
Sample job titles
- agricultural consultant
- agricultural livestock specialist
- agricultural soil and crop specialist
- agriculturist
- agrologist
- agronomist
- farm management consultant
- irrigation consultant - agriculture
- soil conservationist
Skills
- You should enjoy diverse working conditions. Good observation skills and analytical abilities are also important. You must communicate and cooperate well with others, as agrologists often work in teams. A farming background is helpful but not necessary.
Job requirements
- A bachelor's or master's degree in agriculture or in a related science.
- Membership or eligibility for membership in a provincial institute of agrology is usually required.
Other considerations
- There are no significant seasonal patterns of unemployment. Movement to management positions is possible with experience.
By the numbers
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employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
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employed in 2016
employed full-time
self employed
median age
Where will I likely work?
North Shore
$66,833 median annual incomeAnnapolis Valley
N/AHalifax
N/ACompared to: All NS Occupations
Halifax
North Shore
Annapolis Valley
Cape Breton
Southern
Top Industries of Employment
Agriculture, forestry, fishing and hunting
Professional, scientific and technical services
Public administration
Wholesale trade
Finance and insurance
What is the age of Employment?
35-44
45-54
65+
55-64
25-34
15-24
Compared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
25-34
45-54
35-44
55-64
15-24
Top levels of education
Bachelor
$66,886 median annual incomeMaster
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N/ATrade Certification
N/ACompared to: All Engineering, Math, Science, and Information Technology
College Diploma
$59,986 median annual incomeBachelor
$63,965 median annual incomeHigh school
$45,835 median annual incomeMaster
$65,105 median annual incomeTrade Certification
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Regulations
Right to Title and Practice: This job is regulated. The job title is protected, and you may not use it without a professional licence. A licence shows that the holder has met provincial requirements and is required to legally do this work.
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