"Agricultural Equipment Technicians diagnose, repair, modify, overhaul, service and maintain some of today’s most technologically advanced machines—tractors, combines, cultivators, seeders, sprayers. If you like working with ag equipment and troubleshooting mechanical problems, it’s a great career choice."

This career video provides day in the life information about the following jobs and occupations.
JOB TITLE: Agricultural and Food Science Technicians
OCCUPATION DESCRIPTION: Work with agricultural and food scientists in food, fiber, and animal research, production, and processing; and assist with animal breeding and nutrition. Conduct tests and experiments to improve yield and quality of crops or to increase the resistance of plants and animals to disease or insects. Includes technicians who assist food scientists or technologists in the research and development of production technology, quality control, packaging, processing, and use of foods.

Help students discover the exciting and diverse range of opportunities in Saskatchewan's agriculture industry.

In this course, students will learn about career pathways available in Saskatchewan's agriculture industry by taking a tour of relevant industry websites.

Module titles include:
- Find Your Field in Agriculture
- Curious About Canola
- Possibilities in Pork Production
- Explore Olds College of Agriculture and Technology Programs

Students will explore the many careers in agriculture by playing the agriculture version of the popular game, Pictionary.

1 in 8 jobs in Canada is in the agriculture and food sector. Employment opportunities in this sector are increasing. There are endless opportunities in this sector that would allow you to make a difference in your chosen career: feed the growing population, protect the environment, animal care, and many more. Check out just some of the amazing careers that are available in the agriculture industry.

Learn more about a career in precision agriculture, agri-technology and robotics with Sougata Pahari with Korechi Innovations and Chuck Baresich with Haggert...

A fabulous resource for K-12 students that makes connections to ELA, Social Studies, Science, Career Ed, PAA, Health, Art & Math.

Use the filters on the left of the screen to filter down to the grade and subject you're looking for resources for.

Featured resources include :
My Food My Story (Gr. K-4)
Saskatchewan Seed Kit (Gr. 3)
Global Food Security (Gr. 7)
Ag Careers (Gr. 7/8)
What is Growing Around Us? (Gr. 2-4)
Exploring a Healthy Relationship with the Land (ES20 or Gr. 10)
Ag in Sk: Past Present Future (Gr. 4)

There is much much more available as well!

AG Careers provides global talent solutions in agriculture and food. You can search for jobs in agriculture by keyword, company or province/city.

For students who want to tell the exciting story of agriculture, the Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture offers the Agriculture Student Scholarship. The winning scholarship is valued at $6,000 and the three runner-up scholarships are valued at $3,000 each.

These interactive, online learning labs cover a variety of topics, including: Environment, Food, Food Waste, Tech + Innovation, Careers and more! Have fun exploring these agriculture and food-related topics.

Can you picture yourself in a career in agriculture and food? A series of videos from Agriculture in the Classroom showcase different career choices in agri food with a focus on art, business, engineering, math, science, and technology. thinkAG is an initiative from Agriculture in the Classroom to introduce high school students to opportunities for a career in the agriculture and agri-food sector.

Can you picture yourself in a career in agriculture and food? A series of videos from Agriculture in the Classroom showcase different career choices in agri food with a focus on art, business, engineering, math, science, and technology. thinkAG is an initiative from Agriculture in the Classroom to introduce high school students to opportunities for a career in the agriculture and agri-food sector.

Can you picture yourself in a career in agri-Food? A series of videos from Agriculture in the Classroom showcases different career choices in agri food with a focus on art, business, engineering, math, science and technology. thinkAG is a initiative from Agriculture in the Classroom to introduce high school students to opportunities for a career in the agriculture and agri-food sector.

Ever wonder what an Agronomist's role entails at Country Visions Cooperative? Agronomist Conner Geurts shares what his role as an agronomist looks like.

When some people ask me what I do for work most don't know what an agronomist is let alone what they do, so I'm here to set the record straight and tell you what an agronomist is and take you through a day in the life of my job.

"Careers in Ag is dedicated to helping you cultivate your future in agriculture! Explore our diverse range of resources, expert guidance, and insightful articles as we sow the seeds for your successful career in this thriving industry."

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"A gamified learning experience where students explore their personal interests and learn about careers in agriculture. This game will demonstrate the diversity, variety, and importance of careers in agriculture. Through participation, students will begin to envision themselves and their diverse interests fitting into agriculture. Be sure to download the PPT."

Also explore Digital Agriculture careers that combine technology & agriculture

Ever wonder what it's like to be a John Deere Precision Agriculture Specialist? Hear from Weston Martensen about his journey from going through the John Deere Tech Program, becoming a technician, to now being a precision ag specialist at Platte Valley Equipment.

"This video clearly shows what an average day is like for an agricultural technician apprentice. An agricultural technician is almost like a mechanic for agricultural equipment. They deal with everything from tractors to combine harvesters and potato planters."