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What Do Agricultural or Food Science Technician Do?

Occupation Description Work with agricultural and food scientists in food, fiber, and animal research, production, and processing; and assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects. Includes technicians who assist food scientists or technologists in the research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.

Other Agricultural or Food Science Technician Job Titles

  • Agriculture Technician
  • Dairy Technologist
  • Cotton Program Technician
  • Dairy Technician
  • Weed Science Research Technician

Job Opportunities for Agricultural and Food Science Technicians

In the United States, there were 27,500 jobs for Agricultural or Food Science Technician in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 6.2% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 1,700 new jobs for Agricultural or Food Science Technician by 2026. There will be an estimated 3,000 positions for Agricultural or Food Science Technician per year.

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The states with the most job growth for Agricultural or Food Science Technician are Nevada, Utah, and Idaho. Watch out if you plan on working in Maine, Hawaii, or Delaware. These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

How Much Does an Agricultural or Food Science Technician Make?

The salary for Agricultural and Food Science Technicians ranges between about $26,980 and $64,020 a year.

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Agricultural and Food Science Technicians who work in New Jersey, Massachusetts, or New York, make the highest salaries.

How much do Agricultural and Food Science Technicians make in each U.S. state?

State Annual Mean Salary
Alabama $37,960
Arizona $42,000
Arkansas $40,800
California $45,400
Colorado $45,670
Florida $40,230
Georgia $41,780
Hawaii $44,730
Idaho $38,510
Illinois $41,750
Indiana $44,190
Iowa $49,940
Kansas $43,210
Kentucky $44,720
Louisiana $37,510
Maine $36,430
Maryland $40,390
Massachusetts $54,500
Michigan $38,010
Minnesota $42,580
Mississippi $37,800
Missouri $46,660
Montana $43,650
Nebraska $39,140
New Jersey $58,440
New Mexico $41,170
New York $51,940
North Carolina $43,380
North Dakota $49,640
Ohio $42,360
Oklahoma $33,970
Oregon $43,040
Pennsylvania $40,950
South Dakota $29,370
Tennessee $39,440
Texas $46,390
Utah $36,940
Vermont $44,810
Virginia $38,130
Washington $41,830
West Virginia $53,260
Wisconsin $39,730

Who Employs Agricultural and Food Science Technicians?

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Below are examples of industries where Agricultural and Food Science Technicians work:

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