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Farmers, Ranchers, and Agricultural Managers

Significant Points

Modern farming requires knowledge of new developments in agriculture, often gained through growing up on a farm or through postsecondary education.
Overall employment is projected to decline because of increasing productivity and consolidation of farms.
Small-scale, local farming, particularly horticulture and organic farming, offer the best opportunities for entering the occupation.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

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