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The agriculture field has a diverse assortment of jobs that can take a person from the fields to the office. We’d like to take a moment to thank the dedicated farmers and ranchers who feed our nation’s families and economy with quality foods, fibers and fuel. Their work is an integral part of our heritage and our health, and we recognize and salute their passion, industry, and invaluable contribution to our country.
Agriculture and THE ECONOMY Though it’s easy to look at the tech industry and think this increasingly influential sector is what makes the world go round, something closer to the very core of the earth may be what’s driving your economy. The agricultural sector plays a strategic role in a nation’s economic development and prosperity. From the earliest days, agriculture has been heralded as playing a crucial role in North American culture. Farmers who grow produce and raise livestock for meats and other products long have long exemplified what it means to work hard and take the initiative to be self-sufficient. The symbiotic nature of agriculture and the economy is noticeable when examining the ups and downs of each. This is because food production and the potential of agriculture extends beyond the fields and local food stands. These resources impact supply chains and other markets. A strong agriculture base influences other employment sectors like food manufacturing, biotechnology,
hospitality, machinery building, and much more, while a weak agriculture can adversely affect those sectors. While it can be difficult for residents of developed nations to visualize agriculture’s effect, one only needs to turn to impoverished and developing nations to see just how big an impact agriculture can have on an economy. Agriculture provides food and raw materials, eventually creating demand for goods produced in non-agricultural sectors. Also, food provides nutrition that can serve as the foundation of a healthy nation. Earning a living in agriculture strengthens purchasing power, which fuels other markets. Eventually, farming can pave the way for development, including roads, markets, shipping services, exporting, and many other sectors. Agriculture is an important economical building block. An especially important sector, the agricultural industry, when supported, can contribute greatly to sustained economic growth.
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Explore a career in agriculture The agricultural industry provides a variety of opportunities to professionals interested in this often misunderstood field. According to the employment resource AGCareers. com, more than 250 career profiles area available to people interested in a career in agriculture. And while jobs in agriculture may not be as prevalent as they were a few centuries ago, when 72 percent of the workforce was employed in farm occupations in the United States, agriculture remains a booming industry that greatly affects the nation’s economy. Today, one in 12 American jobs is dependent on agriculture, according to the career resource Payscale. The following are some potential professions for those considering careers in agriculture. • Agricultural business manager: This person oversees the business operations of a farm by providing organization and leadership during the production process. He or she contacts creditors, selects seeds, buys new equipment, and ensures the distribution of product. • Agricultural lawyer: Attorneys who specialize in agriculture deal with water and environmental issues, represent agricultural labor in disputes, ensure proper marketing techniques are followed, handle real estate and land use issues, and much more.
• Animal control officer: These officers enforce local and regional laws that pertain to the treatment and care of animals. They patrol for distressed animals and ensure cruelty-free practices are adhered to. • Grain buyer: Grain buyers build relationships with producers so they can purchase grain for their particular companies. They negotiate purchase agreements, source grain supplies and issue purchase orders. • Poultry hatchery manager: Hatchery managers oversee all of the aspects involved in poultry hatching. These can include management of personnel, handling and sorting of eggs,maintenance of equipment, coordination of pick-ups and deliveries, and overseeing quality control. • Soil scientist: Among the many tasks they might perform, scientists in the field of agriculture test soil samples for minerals and contaminants. By studying the soil, scientists can recommend which crops the land can support, how much livestock can feed in an area, and the implications of agriculture on the area as it pertains to managing natural resources. A career in agriculture presents many exciting opportunities in a number of different applications. It’s a vast industry that utilizes professionals with a wide array of skill sets.
Leo needs a furever home
Leo is a super friendly Red Tick male looking for his forever home. He is five years old and weighs about 65 pounds. Leo has not been neutered yet, but the shelter will give his new family a voucher for the procedure at time of adoption.
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Fun loving and playful, Leo enjoys meeting new people and gets along well with other dogs. If you’d like to meet Leo or any of the shelter pets, please visit the L-UAC facility located on Mud Lick Road in Buckhannon. They are open Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. to noon, or you can call 304-472-3865.
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