Agricultural Sciences: Careers/Societies

The following information about Agriculture careers can be found on the Bureau of Labor and Statistics website. Click on the link above for information on the Agriculture industry.

The median pay for agricultural and food science technicians was $44,700 in 2021. Employment is projected to increase 8% from 2020 to 2030.

The median pay for agricultural and food scientists was $73,060 in 2021. Employment is projected to increase 9% from 2020 to 2030.

The median pay for agricultural engineers was $82,640 in 2021. Employment is projected to increase 5% from 2020 to 2030.

The median pay for agricultural workers in was $29,860 in 2021. Employment is expected to increase 2% from 2020 to 2030.

The median annual wage for farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers was $73,060 in 2021. Employment is expected to decrease 1% from 2020 to 2030.

The national organization representing the interests of more than 88,000 sheep producers in the United States.

Provide research to keep fruit, vegetable, turf, and orchard crop producers competitive and sustainable.

Numerous information resources from ASA with links to the Crop Society of America, Soil Society of America, Certified Crop Advisers, and Agronomic Science Foundation.

Founded in 1938, considered the oldest sustainable agriculture non-profit in North America.

From Grace Communications Foundation. Develops innovative strategies to increase public awareness about the industrial food system and advocate for sustainable alternatives.

An alliance of grassroots organizations that advocate for federal policy reform to advance the sustainability of agriculture, food systems, natural resources and rural communities.