Agricultural Science is the branch of science that deals with the cultivation of land for crop production and the rearing of animals. It is a multifaceted field that find relevance in various industries and sectors. Hence the wide varieties of job opportunities it provides.
In the five year programme, students are equipped with sufficient knowledge in the general practices of agriculture and in specific areas like Agronomy, anima science, plant science, agricultural mechanization and engineering, food Science, etc.
Job Opportunities in Agricultural Science
- Agronomist: manages crop cultivation, breeding, pest control, and soil management.
- Horticulturist: deals with the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants.
- Plant Breeder: deals with developing new crop varieties with desired specific features.
- Animal Scientist: specializes in animal nutrition, genetics, reproduction, and livestock production.
- Veterinarian: deals with animal diagnoses and treatment and husbandry.
- Livestock Extension Officer: provides, enlightenment, training and technical support to farmers.
- Agricultural Engineer: deals with designing and developing agricultural machinery, irrigation systems, and other farm infrastructure.
- Agricultural Machinery Technician: Maintains, repairs, and oversees the operation of agricultural equipment.
- Food Scientist: works on improving food quality, safety, and shelf life through processing and preservation techniques.
- Food Technologist: deals with developing new food products and packaging solutions.
- Quality Assurance Manager: oversees food products manufacturing process to ensure they meet standards.
- Agricultural Consultant: advises farmers and agribusinesses on best practices and new technologies.
- Agricultural Economist: Analyzes market trends and helps formulate agricultural policies.
- Agricultural Policy Advisor: provides input to government and agro-investeros and companies on farming related legislation and programs.
- Agricultural Researcher
- University Lecturer
