AGRICULTURE
You are surrounded by agriculture. From the food we eat and the clothes we wear to the houses we live in, agriculture is all around us. Agriculture has a significant impact on Alabama’s economy, the health of its citizens, and the beauty of its landscape.
If you are interested in a career that will take you outdoors, consider a career in agriculture.
"I love agriculture and always have. I was raised on a family farm, but we had to sell our farm when I was 13 years old due to my father passing away. Working with farmers allows me to be a part of an industry that is deeply rooted inside me."
- Boyd | Alfa Farmers Federation
Career Spotlight
Drive and control farm equipment to till soil and plant, cultivate, and harvest crops. May perform tasks such as crop baling or hay bucking. May operate stationary equipment to perform post-harvest tasks such as husking, shelling,
threshing, and ginning.
Agricultural Equipment Operator
Occupation
HIGH DEMAND CAREERS
Education
Salary Range
Agricultural Engineer
Bachelor Degree
$50,000-$110,000
Agricultural Inspector
Bachelor Degree
$30,000-$70,000
Agricultural Lendor
Bachelor Degree
$35,000-$90,000
Landscape Contractor
Bachelor Degree
$21,000-$70,000
Extension Agent
Bachelor Degree
$35,000-$65,000
Farm Manager
Bachelor Degree
$22,000-$69,000
Fisheries Technician
On-Job Training
$20,000-$40,000
Forester
Bachelor Degree
$30,000-$50,000
Hunting Guide
Technical Training
$19,000-$41,000
Logging Equipment Manger
Technical Training
$36,000-$47,000
Wages vary depending on your education, skills, work experience, attitude, and work ethic.
AGRICULTURE OPERATORS
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES