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Are there jobs available in plant sciences? Check out this brief article.
- Careers in the Fields of Plant Sciences
“It is tough to find quality individuals and get them to enter our industry,” says Todd Collins, western regional sales manager from Harris Moran Seed Company. “We want young people to know that there are multiple areas for employment within horticulture and plant sciences.”
Chad Smith, manager of sustainability initiatives at Earthbound Farms, agrees with Collins. He says the industry encompasses more than just research and development. “Studying plant sciences doesn’t mean you will have to work in a lab and do research all day. There are many different opportunities from microbiologist to marketing,” Smith says.
What kinds of jobs can you get with a degree in Biotechnology?
- Careers in Biotechnology
The number of biological technicians , a key biotechnology occupation, is expected to grow by 19.4% between 2002 and 2012, while the occupation of biological scientists is projected to grow by 19.0%. (U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Employment Data)
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