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Work to make sure farms are productive and the food produced on them is safe.

Agricultural and Food Science Technicians usually work under the direction of Agriculture and Food Scientists. They conduct tests and experiments on things like food, fiber, production, processing, and nutrition. They may work to increase the yield of farms.

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Education & Training	Bachelor's degree is needed for entry.
Related Programs (Current training programs available)	Food Technology and Processing
On the Job	Work Activities Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms. Research methods to improve food products. Prepare scientific or technical reports or presentations. Record research or operational data. Examine characteristics or behavior of living organisms. Research crop management methods. Research diseases or parasites. Research sustainable agricultural processes or practices. Analyze chemical compounds or substances. Prepare biological samples for testing or analysis.
Career Pathways	Food Products and Processing Systems
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