Information About Jobs in Horticulture
An interest in horticulture, the art and science of growing plants, can lead to a variety of different careers.
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Horticulture Specialty Farmer
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A horticulture specialty farmer oversees production of flowers, ornamental plants, fruit or vegetables. As specialty farmers, they may operate their own small business or work as an employee and just focus on managing plants.
Horticulture Supervisor
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A horticulture supervisor oversees the planting of different kinds of plants near business, housing complexes and parks. They use turf, shrubs, flowers and other ornamental plants for designing landscapes.
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Greenhouse Manager
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A greenhouse manager oversees production of vegetables, herbs, flowers or ornamental plants. Greenhouse managers are often involved in plant breeding, plant nutrition, disease and pest control and harvest in a controlled environment. They may manage greenhouse systems such as heating and irrigation.
Soil Scientist
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A soil scientist studies soil and its relation to plant growth. Soil scientists are interested in learning more about the way plants grow and respond to fertilizer, crop rotation, and various soil conditions.
Professor
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An interest in horticulture could lead you to a doctorate in biology or agricultural science, which would open up the possibility of teaching at a college or university.
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