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Farmers, Ranchers, and Agricultural Managers

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Modern farming requires knowledge of new developments in agriculture, as well as work experience acquired through growing up on a farm or through postsecondary education.
Overall employment is projected to decline because of increasing productivity and consolidation of farms.
Horticulture and organic farming will provide better employment opportunities.
Small-scale farming is a major growth area and offers the best opportunity for entering the occupation.

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Also see Farmers, ranchers, and agricultural managers in the 2004-05 Occupational Outlook Handbook
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