Summary Agriculturist in Canada
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Find key facts and figures about working as an agriculturist. The following information is applicable to all Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists (NOC 21112).

Description

Agricultural representatives, consultants and specialists provide assistance and advice to farmers on all aspects of farm management, cultivation, fertilization, harvesting, soil erosion and composition, disease prevention, nutrition, crop rotation and marketing. They are employed by businesses, institutions and governments that assist the farming community, or they may be self-employed.

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Requirements

University

This occupation usually requires a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s or doctorate).

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Wages

$36.32/hour

Median wage in Canada

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Prospects

Varies

The job prospects vary across Canada depending on the province or territory.

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Jobs

52 jobs

advertised in Canada

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Competencies

  • Coordinating
  • Instructing
  • Monitoring
  • Decision Making
  • Systems Analysis

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