As California’s population continues to grow, the state’s agricultural, water and environmental resources are more important than ever. Agriculture alone is a $49 billion-dollar industry in California, making our state the most prolific agricultural producer in the U.S. To meet the growing demand for these resources, companies are rapidly adopting new technologies and sustainable practices, and need workers to drive improvements in the sector. Careers in this sector range from turf management at municipal golf courses to research in biological sciences. Employees may work in a lab, on a farm, ranch, dairy, orchard, greenhouse, plant nursery, or in a veterinary office.
Nationally, 33% or more of workers currently employed in this occupation have an associate degree or less.
Nationally, 33% or more of workers currently employed in this occupation have an associate degree or less.
Student Story: Christian Lopez
With little family support, Christian was working two shifts a day just to get by. Looking around his hometown, he saw how important the farming industry was in providing jobs that paid well. So, Christian started taking career education classes in agriculture, and is now choosing which job offer he will be accepting once he graduates. Watch now to get inspired by Christian’s story.