We surveyed 265 agricultural and food science technicians to better understand the work environment and required skills of a typical agricultural and food science technician. Here are the results.

How much intelligence is required as an agricultural and food science technician?

Low

High

Working as an agricultural and food science technician typically doesn’t require the use of high levels of intelligence in daily tasks.

Can I learn to become an agricultural and food science technician?

Intrinsic Talent

Acquired Talent

A career as an agricultural and food science technician typically depends predominantly on qualities you’re born with, with a small aspect of skills you can learn.

Is it easy to get a job as an agricultural and food science technician?

Easy

Hard

It’s typically difficult to find a job as an agricultural and food science technician. If you’re curious about the numbers, check out the job market for agricultural and food science technicians.

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Do agricultural and food science technicians work full-time or part-time?

71% of agricultural and food science technicians work in full-time roles while 29% work part-time.