Soil and Plant Scientists
Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity.
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28 tasks analyzed
Communicate research or project results to other professionals or the public or teach related courses, seminars, or workshops.
Develop new or improved methods or products for controlling or eliminating weeds, crop diseases, or insect pests.
Conduct experiments to develop new or improved varieties of field crops, focusing on characteristics such as yield, quality, disease resistance, nutritional value, or adaptation to specific soils or climates.
Provide information or recommendations to farmers or other landowners regarding ways in which they can best use land, promote plant growth, or avoid or correct problems such as erosion.
Develop environmentally safe methods or products for controlling or eliminating weeds, crop diseases, or insect pests.
| Task | AI Capability | Risk | Time % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communicate research or project results to other professionals or the public or teach related courses, seminars, or workshops. | - | - | 8% |
| Develop new or improved methods or products for controlling or eliminating weeds, crop diseases, or insect pests. | - | - | 6% |
| Conduct experiments to develop new or improved varieties of field crops, focusing on characteristics such as yield, quality, disease resistance, nutritional value, or adaptation to specific soils or climates. | - | - | 6% |
| Provide information or recommendations to farmers or other landowners regarding ways in which they can best use land, promote plant growth, or avoid or correct problems such as erosion. | - | - | 6% |
| Develop environmentally safe methods or products for controlling or eliminating weeds, crop diseases, or insect pests. | - | - | 5% |
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Wage & Employment (2024)
Median Wage
$71,410
per year
Mean Wage
$83,040
per year
Employment
17K
workers
Wage Range
$45,320 - $131,440
10th - 90th pct
Wage Distribution
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