Overview
An agricultural advocacy and literacy specialist is responsible for designing, implementing and coordinating a platform that appropriately and consistently promotes agricultural literacy and advocacy.
What responsibilities will I have?
What education and training is required?
A bachelor’s degree in agricultural education, agricultural communications, or another agriculture-related field is required. A passion for the industry and understanding of agricultural practices is a must.
To pursue a career as an agriculture literacy and advocacy specialist:
The following high school courses are recommended: agricultural education, computer courses, writing.
Where can I work?
Agriculture advocacy and literacy specialist can work in a variety of roles, especially in organizations like the American Farm Bureau, National FFA, checkoff programs, and Agriculture in the Classroom. Some companies and even farms hire people in this capacity.
Future Job Market / Outlook
The future outlook for an agriculture advocacy / literacy specialist will be good over the next five years.
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