Title: Explore career opportunities related to AFNR.
Course: Foundations of Agriculture, Food, and Natural Resources (18001-I) > Section: Exploring the Agriculture Industry

Exploration should include

- listing possible agricultural careers related to this course
- conducting a career interest survey and exploring a career of choice
- determining the education and experience required
- exploring job opportunities, salaries, and benefits
- describing career pathways in the AFNR Career Cluster.

Many websites offer career exploration resources, including the Virginia Education Wizard and the National FFA’s Ag Explorer.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are some local career opportunities in each of the agricultural career pathways?
- What are some global career opportunities?
- What level of education is required for different careers in each of the agricultural career pathways?
- What are the potential salaries and opportunities for advancement in different careers in AFNR?
- What AFNR careers are available through government agencies?
- How would an individual begin to start his/her own agricultural business?
- How will these careers evolve in the future?
- What is the career outlook for AFNR?