Agricultural and Forestry Science Careers

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“I am curious and love to construct things. If you wanted the tallest and strongest tower made of spaghetti and marshmallows, ask me, I love a challenge! I like to understand the theories that sit behind the design and creativity of things and how they are made. When I think about my skills and the type of work I’d like to get into, it would definitely be something that blends maths, science and engineering and art. Chimpanzees are great at creative problem solving with others, and I dig that!”

“"Look no further, because I’m the person who can get the job done! I’m at my best when using my hands to fix or build things, it comes naturally to me and I enjoy it! I’m a practical person and I can’t imagine myself sitting at a desk and staring at a screen all day. Getting down and dirty, whether it’s maintenance, building a house or installing a pipe, is my kind of thing – I didn’t choose the tradie life, the tradie life chose me! Funnel-web spiders are experts at building and constructing things, they've got it sorted out."”

Overview

Agricultural and Forestry Scientists advise farmers, rural industries and government on aspects of farming, develop techniques for increasing productivity, and study and develop plans and policies for the management of forest areas.

Job Titles

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Job Tasks

This occupation may include associated occupations with varying tasks.

collecting and analysing data and samples of produce feed soil and other factors affecting production
advising Farmers and Farm Managers on techniques for improving the production of crops and livestock and alternative agricultural options
advising farmers on issues such as livestock and crop disease control of pests and weeds soil improvement animal husbandry and feeding programs
studying the environmental factors affecting commercial crop production pasture growth animal breeding and the growth and health of forest trees
studying the effects of cultivation techniques soils insects and plant diseases on animal crop and forest production
developing procedures and techniques for solving agricultural problems and improving the efficiency of production
managing forest resources to maximise their long-term commercial recreational and environmental benefits for the community
studying the propagation and culture of forest trees methods for improving the growth of stock and the effects of thinning on forest yields
preparing plans for reafforestation and devising efficient harvesting systems
investigating planning and implementing management procedures to cope with the effects of fires floods droughts soil erosion insect pests and diseases

Training & Qualifications

Vocational education & training (VET)

Bachelor of Agricultural Science
Certificate IV in Agribusiness

Short Courses Available

Certificate IV in Forest Operations
Diploma of Applied Agronomy
Diploma of Forest and Forest Products
Undergraduate Certificate in Biological Sciences
Undergraduate Certificate in Biotechnology
Undergraduate Certificate in Science
Graduate Certificate in Environment

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Industry

Science and Technology

If you have a passion for all things science, working in the Science & Technology Industry might be for you. This industry includes jobs such as Medical Scientists, Science Technicians, Life Scientists, Environmental Scientists, Agricultural and Forestry Scientists, and Actuaries, Mathematicians and Staticians.

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