Agriculture is the production of food that is suitable for both human consumption and animal feed. Farmers are responsible for the care of fields and plants, the cultivation of crops, livestock breeding and the application of sustainable farming methods. These include both classical methods and modern techniques such as precision farming and biotechnology.
In Germany, salaries in the field of agriculture vary according to role, experience and location.
A career in agriculture usually requires a completed training in an agricultural profession, such as training as a farmer or agricultural technician.
In the field of agriculture, there are a wide range of career opportunities, ranging from typical professions such as farmer, agricultural scientist or contractor to specialists in sustainable agriculture or agricultural economics.