Farmer - job market

As a farmer, you’ll be an agricultural expert and businessperson, dedicated to growing, harvesting and selling plant or animal-based products. Read on to learn more about careers in this field, find out what your day-to-day job will involve and what you should study and do to get a role.

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Who are the top employers of farmers?

Job opportunities as a farmer are often available across a range of agricultural and horticultural businesses.

You could also be employed by:
  • Independent and family farms
  • Science and research institutes
  • Agricultural schools
  • Land estates and gardens
  • Food companies
  • Farm management companies

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