How to Prepare for a Career in the Seed Industry
This Resource is part of the Grow a Seed Program
Designed for: Grades 9-12 For use by:
Students, Teachers, Parents, Career Counsellors.
Learning Styles: Independent (student resource), Classroom based
Resource Type: Document, External Link
Seed Industry Resources
Individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in agriculture and the seed industry will find these resources helpful in preparing for, and landing a job, in their chosen field.
Colleges and Universities Offering Programs in Agriculture-Related Studies
- Websites Related to Agriculture and the Seed Industry
- Websites Listing Agriculture-Related Job Openings
- AGCareers.com – Job Search
- AGCareers.com – Market Research
- Annual Job Report (report of job posting activity on AgCareers.com)
- Enrollment and Employment Outlook Report (stats on Ag job pursuits and salaries)
- Agribusiness HR Review (report of agricultural HR Trends
Seed Industry Programs
The following programs will aid you as a teacher in supporting your students with their career goals.
- Grow a Seed Career Program
- Use the free career education program, Grow, to help your students explore their talents and become successful in the workplace.
- First the Seed Foundation Ambassador Program
- Invite a professional from the seed industry to come to your school and speak with students.