Agricultural Consultant

Background

Agricultural consultants advise farmers and landowners on how to improve their crops, livestock, and overall farm business. They visit farms to assess soil quality, pest problems, and farming practices, then recommend changes to increase productivity and sustainability. They might suggest new techniques, help with budgeting, or advise on environmental regulations.

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Soil Scientist

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Next Step Roles

Senior Agricultural Consultant→Farm Manager→Agricultural Business Advisor→Regional Agricultural Director

Publications

Farmers WeeklyAgricultural Journal

Books

The Omnivore's DilemmaDirt: The Ecstatic Skin of the EarthSustainable Agriculture

Movies

Clarkson's FarmThe Biggest Little Farm

Key Figures

Norman BorlaugVandana ShivaJoel SalatinAlice Waters

Classification

SIC Code9641, 700The Standard Industry Code

Dewey Reference630.72, 333.3For looking up books in your local library

Synonyms

Farm ConsultantAgricultural AdvisorCrop ConsultantFarming Specialist

Last Updated: Thursday, May 7th, 2026

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