Career Agriculture grade seven 1990.pptx

career in agricultural industry

1. Objectives: Acquire knowledge on the different career and business opportunities in agriculture. Identify the different career opportunities in Agriculture. Value the possibilities of indulging oneself in agricultural business and other job opportunities in the future.

2. Is agriculture a profitable industry to pursue? Please provide a rationale for your response.

3. What are some career paths available in the field of agriculture?

4. 1. Perform essential manual labor tasks under the supervision of farmers and ranchers. They harvest or inspect crops, assist in watering plants, applying fertilizer and pesticides to control weeds and insects. 2. Responsible for taking care and raising crops that involves proper management of the growing plants and its environment to keep the crops/plants healthy. A. Growers B. Farm Workers

5. 1. Assist in maintaining essential quality standards of grains by properly storing, shipping, and purchasing grains. They receive incoming grain deliveries, store the grain safely and they may assist in preparing outgoing shipmenrs, drying grain and blending different grain types. 2. Maintain, install, and repair machines and implements. They perform preventive maintenance. A. Agricultural Equipment Technicians B. Grain Elevator Operators

6. 1. Responsible for buying agricultural products and raw materials at wholesale for processing and reuse. These professionals often have to meet specific purchasing quotas for processors. 2. Responsible for overseeing all activities related to storing, shipping, and receiving agricultural materials. They send and receive shipments, including loading & unloading products and materials. A. Farm Warehouse Managers B. Purchasing agents

7. 1. Perform administrative support & clerical tasks that focus on a certain aspect of farmings. 2. Sell materials & products to businesses and government agencies. They seek out perspective customers by attending trade shows, reviewing customer listsand following leads from existing clients. A. Sales Representatives B. Agricultural Specialists

8. 1. Oversee the many steps in the crop production process. They supervise seed sourcing, planting processes and scheduling as well as fertilizing, irrigation and harvesting. 2. Use science and engineering principles to design and apply solutions to problems that occur on agricultural sites. They assess environmental conditions-including testing soil and analyzing drainage capabilities and develop improvement. A. Crop Managers B. Environmental Engineers

9. 1. Supervise the production & storage of animal feed. They are responsible for monitoring inventory levels, scheduling feed production and inspecting the quality of grain. 2. Specialize in agriculture often work as food scientist, who research and develop processes for manufacturing, storing and packaging food. A. Research Scientist B. Feed Mill Managers

10. Animal Science Animal Scientist, Livestock Production Manager, Animal Health Product Salesperson, Livestock Equipment Salesperson, Artificial Insemination Specialist, Food/meat Product Developer

11. Food Processing & Food Science Food Scientist, Biochemist, Flavor Chemist, Research & Development Scientist, Laboratory Technician

12. Agribusiness Farm Appraiser, Farm Manager, Crop Producer, Grain & Livestock Buyer, Market Analyst, Financial Officer, Marketing Executive, Buyer, Journalist

13. Power, Structural, and Technical Systems Agricultural Engineer, Diesel Technician, Land Surveyor, Automation Engineer, Drone Operator, Farm Equipment Technician, Contractor/Builder, Transportation/Logistics Specialist, Rail Transportation Worker, Welder

14. Agricultural Education Agriscience Teacher, Agricultural Education Professor, Farm Business Management/Agriculture Instructor

15. Plant System & Plant Science Food Scientist, Biochemist, Flavor Chemist, Research & Development Scientist, Laboratory Technician

16. Livestock Management Artificial Insemination Technician, Animal Caretaker, Farm Worker: Small Ruminant, Livestock Buyer, Livestock Grader, Livestock Hauler, Livestock Loader, Ranch Manager, Sales Representative, Veterinarian

17. Fishery Science Aquaculturist, Fisheries Biologist, Fisheries Technician, Research Biologist, Wastewater Treatment Analyst, Watershed Restoration Specialist.

18. Why did the Department of Agriculture launch the grant program for starting an agribusiness? Which featured agribusiness would you consider trying? Would a career in agriculture be rewarding? Why or why not?

19. Is agriculture a profitable industry to pursue? Please provide a rationale for your response.

20. AGRICULTURE It offers a huge diversity of jobs. The modern agricultural industry is a broad field with an enormous range of job roles that are not just related to farming but also encompass plant sciences, farming technology, dairy industry, food sector and much more.

21. I. In 5-10 sentences, answer the given situation. Situation: If you were given the chance to choose among the different career and job opportunities in agriculture, which amonv those job opportunities would you like yourself to indulge with? And why? Explain your answer intelligently. II. List 5 reasons why engaging in a career in Agriculture is satisfying and productive.

22. There are many opportunities in agriculture in the Philippines, and on the other country. Agriculture is a rewardinf and important field that combines sciences, innovation, and a connection to nature. It's a chance to contribute to the country's food security, help farmers, and protect the environment.