Agronomist

URL: http://www.careers.iptv.org/occ_detail.cfm?occid=137

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This is the introductory page for a set of materials about agronomy as a career. A general description of the work done by agronomists is first provided. In the rest of the resource, students can read narratives about a field sales agronomist and a crop production specialist. Each of these agronomists has provided a challenge activity for students. In one activity, students make brochures and suggest reasons why their sales company is better than a competitor's. Another activity asks students to research specific questions about the variety of seed types available and their benefits to farmers. Copyright 2005 Eisenhower National Clearinghouse

Summary

Subject keyword(s)	Agricultural technology, Careers, Fields of science, History and nature of science, Science and technology, Scientific enterprises
Grade level	Middle School, High School, Informal Education
Intended audience	Learner
Resource type	Audio/Visual, Instructional Material, Reference Material
Resource format	image, image/jpeg, text, text/html, video
Rights	Copyright 2002, Iowa Public Television

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Home  -  Occupations         Pathway: Agriscience and Natural Resources Search: Explore over 140 occupations and more than 220 careers! Agronomist Studies plants and their growth in soils. Helps producers of food, feed, and fiber crops that are needed to feed a growing population while conserving natural resources and maintaining the environment. Studies ways to improve the nutritional value of crops and to help increase productivity. Investigates field crop problems, and develops new growth methods to improve the quality of crops. Suggests ways to control diseases, pests, and weeds. Conducts studies related to soil analysis and plant breeding, and writes papers and reports on the findings. May use genetic engineering to develop crops that are resistant to pests and drought. Career Profiles There are 2 career professionals currently listed with this occupation. Crop Production Specialist #1189 with Enhanced Audio! Field Sales Agronomist #1129 The STC occupation descriptions are taken from the Choices software. Choices was created by Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC). HRDC is the registered owner and Bridges.com Inc. is a registered user of the trademark Choices. The Iowa Center for Career and Occupational Resources (ICCOR) is the holder of the statewide license for distribution of Choices products in the State of Iowa.   Contact Us: lashell@iptv.org Copyright 2009, Iowa Public Television The School to Careers project is supported by funds from a USDE Star Schools grant. Enhanced Careers made possible through a generous grant provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation The views presented on this site do not necessarily reflect those of Iowa Public Television; nor does IPTV endorse the businesses represented. Our mission is to make students aware of a variety of careers with as much objective information as possible.