Agriculture & Natural Resources
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Feed the world. Protect the planet.
Agriculture and natural resources programs prepare you for careers at the intersection of food production, environmental stewardship, and technology. Modern agriculture is data-driven, tech-enabled, and sustainability-focused. Conservation professionals protect the ecosystems and natural resources that all life depends on. These are careers with deep purpose and growing demand.
No four-year degree required. Many programs in this area can be completed in 6 months to 2 years through trade schools, technical colleges, community colleges, and apprenticeship programs. Some programs pay you while you train.
Majors & Career Paths
Sustainable Agriculture
Learn farming practices that protect the environment while producing food efficiently. Covers crop science, soil health, water management, and organic methods.
Forestry
Manage forests for timber production, recreation, wildlife habitat, and ecosystem health. Foresters work for government agencies, timber companies, and conservation organizations.
Horticulture
Grow and manage plants for food, landscaping, and ornamental purposes. Horticulturists work in nurseries, botanical gardens, landscaping firms, and research.
Wildlife Management
Study and manage wildlife populations and their habitats. Wildlife managers work for state and federal agencies, conservation organizations, and research institutions.
Conservation
Protect natural resources and ecosystems. Conservation professionals work in land trusts, government agencies, environmental nonprofits, and consulting firms.
Landscaping & Arboriculture
Design, install, and maintain outdoor spaces and trees. Landscapers and arborists run their own businesses or work for landscaping companies and municipalities.
Agricultural Technology
Apply technology to farming: drones, GPS-guided equipment, soil sensors, data analytics. Ag tech is one of the fastest-growing segments of the agriculture industry.
Career Outlook
Agriculture is a $1+ trillion industry in the U.S., and the workforce is aging rapidly - creating significant opportunities for young professionals. Farm managers earn $75,000–$100,000+. Conservation scientists earn a median of $64,000. Foresters earn $65,000. Ag tech specialists are increasingly in demand as the industry modernizes. Many agricultural careers offer the ability to work outdoors, run your own operation, and contribute to food security and environmental health.
Who Is This For?
Students who love the outdoors, care about the environment, enjoy working with plants or animals, or are interested in the technology behind modern food production. If you're in FFA, 4-H, or you just like being outside and getting your hands dirty, agriculture and natural resources offer careers that are meaningful, stable, and increasingly tech-forward.
Next Steps
Our 2026-2027 fairs have been cancelled, but we are working on a new way to connect students with Agriculture & Natural Resources programs. Get notified and we will let you know as soon as we have news.