Agricultural Scientists

Job Description:

The work of an agriculture scientist is generally research oriented and would depend on the area of specialization. They work towards developing better varieties of seeds and plants (agronomy), which are high yielding and have greater resistance against pests and diseases (entomology). They may also work in any other area having connection with agriculture like, improvement in quality of soil, food processing and preservation, agriculture by-products, farm animals, soil and water conservation etc.

Educational Qualification:

Graduate/Postgraduate in Agriculture

APYL Career Counselor has details on:

283 Institutes offering graduate/postgraduate courses in Agriculture under Career Fields (a) Science (b) E&T and Course Type (a) Graduate (b) Post Graduate

Opening:

There are ample employment opportunities in this sector. As indicated earlier specialists in this field can work in Central and State Departments of agriculture, Government organisations like the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), in food processing industry, as teachers.

Remuneration:

Starting salary is Rs. 6,500 per month (excluding other allowances)