The advent of technology and modernization in education are unlocking rewarding career avenues for students. In today’s highly competitive world, especially in the matter of education and career, where there is cutthroat competition in traditional domains like engineering, medical, law, CA, IT, etc.; the same some education sectors are offering promising careers and future.
Yes, the sector is Agriculture. As an academic discipline and in the matter of employment opportunities, today Agriculture is a blooming sector, where students can make magnificent careers. Gone are the days, when the career scope of agriculture courses was limited. But, now the advent of technology and scientific methodology in farming is transforming the agriculture sector. As a result, there is being creation of decent employment opportunities in this sector.
There are some popular courses in agriculture like B. Sc programme in agriculture. It is an undergraduate programme of four years focused on agronomy, soil sciences, horticulture (fruit science & vegetable), plant breeding and genetics, entomology, plant pathology, animal sciences, extension education, plant biochemistry, agriculture economics, basics of biotechnology, etc. The syllabus is according to the guidelines of ICAR (Indian Council of Agriculture Research) and is designed to prepare dexterous human resources in the agriculture and its allied sectors like horticulture.
Candidates who are interested and want to make successful careers in agriculture, then B.sc Agriculture is a perfect course for them. Candidates who have completed 10+2 in (PCB/ PCM), they are eligible for B. Sc programme in agriculture. The programme imparts a holistic understanding of agricultural science, practical skills, and competencies in agriculture.
There is no dearth of opportunities upon completion of B. Sc programme in agriculture. According to the area of interest and career objectives, candidates either can go for employment or higher education like M. Sc in agriculture. Pursuing postgraduate programme in agriculture broadens the scope of the subject. Specialization in agronomy, soil sciences, horticulture, plant breeding and genetics, entomology, plant pathology, animal sciences, extension education, plant biochemistry, agriculture economics, biotechnology assuredly opens more lucrative employment opportunities in the sphere of agriculture.
Career Scope and Opportunities for Agriculture Graduates:
- Extension Officer
- Field Officer
- Plantation Manager
- Business Development Manager
- Research Officer
- Production Manager
Agriculture sector is continuously flourishing in India. From employment, research to entrepreneurship; there are galore of opportunities in this sector. Therefore, if you want to make rewarding careers in the sphere of agriculture then specialization in agriculture opens up a world of opportunities.
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East Sikkim, Pincode – 737102
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