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Advances in food and agriculture science

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are designed to bring healthier conditions

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and better production value

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for crops and farm animals

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and result in new—or better

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food on our tables.

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Agricultural and food science technicians

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help scientists in these fields

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to conduct research, run lab tests,

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and keep records.

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Their specific duties differ:

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Agricultural technicians study ways

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to increase the productivity

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of crops and animals.

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They operate laboratory equipment

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and collect crop or animal samples

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to test them for disease

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or to confirm scientific experiments.

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They also perform agricultural labor

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with added recordkeeping duties.

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Food science technicians

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investigate new processing techniques.

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They inspect foodstuffs,

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chemicals, and additives,

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compile and analyze test results,

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and prepare presentations

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to share research findings.

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Agricultural and food science technicians

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work in laboratories, processing plants,

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farms and ranches, greenhouses, and offices.

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Workers may be exposed to loud noise,

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extreme temperatures,

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and odors from chemicals or animals.

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They are often physically active

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throughout the day.

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Agricultural and food science technicians

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typically work standard full-time schedules.

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Some positions require travel.

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Agricultural and food science technicians

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typically need an associate’s degree in biology,

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chemistry, crop or animal science,

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or a related field.

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However, requirements may vary

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from a high school diploma

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and related work experience

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to a bachelor’s degree.