Post-Secondary Education

There are a wide variety of post-secondary education options available in Nova Scotia that lead to rewarding careers in agriculture.  Some have close and obvious links with agriculture, including:

  • Animal Science
  • Plant Science
  • Agriculture Business
  • Veterinary Services/Technology
  • Environmental Sciences
  • Agricultural engineering

There are also many other roles in primary food production, food and beverage processing and supporting businesses. Consider options like:

  • Human resources to support farm workers and succession planning
  • Lab technicians
  • Business planning, accounting and bookkeeping
  • Marketing
  • Computer science and technology including software development, precision agriculture, robotics and drones
  • Sales representatives for seed, feed, equipment and chemical companies
  • Skilled trades such as construction, equipment technicians, electricians, metal fabricators and more
  • Food safety and inspection
  • Truck drivers
  • Communications Specialist
  • Lenders and Financial Institutions

There is a role in agriculture for almost any area of interest!

If you’re interested in learning more about post-secondary opportunities in Nova Scotia that can lead to a career in agriculture, check out the Pathways to Agriculture resource here