There is a new tool available to help students simplify their agricultural job search.
AgExplorer.com was launched by the National FFA Organization, Discovery Education and AgCareers.com. The website is a comprehensive tool to help students explore the abundance of careers within agriculture. The demand for agricultural professionals is high.
“We’re excited to introduce this transformational resource that will allow students to explore the 235 unique careers in agriculture,” said Joshua Bledsoe, chief operating officer of the National FFA Organization. “FFA is uniquely positioned to provide the foundation of the talent pipeline for the agricultural industry. In addition to engaging our students and supporting our teachers, AgExplorer.com will help us tell our story and the story of agriculture to the world. Together, we can all strengthen the future of agriculture.”
AgExplorer features 235 unduplicated agricultural career profiles that include a career description, typical responsibilities, job outlook, education requirements, average salary and links to a college and university database and current jobs available.
“We are dedicated to preparing students to be college and career ready, and AgExplorer will help achieve this mission by connecting students’ interests and academic strengths to a broad array of promising careers in today’s rapidly growing agriculture industry,” said Lori McFarling, senior vice president of Discovery Education.
AgExplorer also features videos and an interactive assessment designed to help students match careers with their interests.