Title: Explore career opportunities related to agriculture, food, and natural resources (AFNR).
Course: Agriscience and Technology (18001-18A) > Section: Understanding AFNR Businesses

Exploration includes

- listing possible AFNR careers related to this course
- describing each career and the education and experience required
- exploring job opportunities, salaries, working conditions, and benefits.

Many websites offer career exploration resources, including the Virginia Education Wizard and the Ag Explorer (from FFA, in partnership with Discovery Education).

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some local career opportunities in each of the AFNR career pathways?
- What level of education is required for various careers in each of the AFNR career pathways?
- What are the potential salaries and opportunities for advancement in various careers in the agriculture industry?
- What AFNR careers are available in government agencies?
- How would an individual start his/her own AFNR business?
- What are some careers related to this course?

Teacher Resources:

- Advance CTE AFNR Career Cluster
- AgCareers.com
- Career in STEM: Animal Scientist
- O*Net Online
- U.S. Department of Labor