Overview

Careers in Agriculture and Natural Resources focus on working with the land and animals to produce food, fuel, and fiber, and on managing and protecting natural habitats. These fields are for those who enjoy the outdoors and science, and they offer a variety of roles from farming and ranching to wildlife conservation, requiring both a love for nature and a knack for modern technology and sustainable practices.

On this page you can learn more about careers in nature and where you can obtain training or educational experience. 
TOP RIASEC Categories: Realistic, Investigative
CTE Industry Sector(s):
Agriculture and Natural Resources

Intro Video

NEW: Career Ideas based on RIASEC Score 

  • Realistic: Farmer, Forestry Technician, Wildlife Technician, Fishery Worker, Agricultural Machinery Operator
  • Investigative: Agricultural Scientist, Environmental Researcher, Soil Scientist, Forestry Researcher, Conservation Scientist
  • Artistic: Landscape Designer, Nature Photographer, Agricultural Journalist, Environmental Artist, Horticultural Therapist
  • Social: Agricultural Educator, Extension Service Advisor, Community Garden Coordinator, Environmental Educator, Conservation Outreach Coordinator
  • Enterprising: Agricultural Business Owner, Farm Manager, Environmental Consultant, Green Energy Entrepreneur, Resource Management Director
  • Conventional: Agricultural Inspector, Forest Ranger, Land Surveyor, Environmental Compliance Officer, Park Facility Manager

Get Experience Now!

You can get experience in this field in the following ways:
  • Join an organization such as 4-H or Future Farmers of America.
  • Take related CTE courses at your local high school, such as Agriculture. 
  • Participate in or help start a school garden to learn about plant cultivation, soil health, and the basics of horticulture.
  • Focus science fair projects or research on topics related to agriculture, such as plant biology, food science, or sustainable farming practices.
  • Reach out to a business or organization in the career area you are interested in and ask for information on what the job is really like and what type of education or experience is recommended. 

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