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Agricultural Workers, All Other

All agricultural workers not listed separately.

Median Annual Pay
$40,620
Range: $26,720 - $77,420
Training Time
4-5 years
AI Resilience
🟠In Transition
Education
Bachelor's degree

πŸ’‘Inside This Career

The specialized agricultural worker handles farming tasks not covered by standard categoriesβ€”from specialized crop workers to equipment specialists to emerging agricultural roles. A typical day varies by specialization but centers on agricultural work. Perhaps 75% of time goes to the specific agricultural function the role requires: whatever planting, harvesting, or animal work the specialization demands. Another 20% involves related agricultural tasks. The remaining time addresses coordination and documentation.

People who thrive in specialized agricultural roles combine the specific skills their context requires with general agricultural competence. Successful workers develop expertise in their particular function while building the adaptability that agricultural work demands. They must handle the physical and environmental conditions of outdoor work. Those who struggle often cannot master their specialization's technical aspects or find the working conditions challenging. Others fail because they cannot maintain the pace that agricultural production requires.

Specialized agricultural work serves contexts requiring functions that don't fit standard categories, with workers handling specific types of farm or ranch work. The field varies by agricultural sector and specialization. These workers appear in discussions of agricultural diversity, specialized farming, and the workforce serving unique agricultural needs.

Practitioners cite the specialized knowledge and the agricultural life as primary rewards. The specialized expertise provides identity. The agricultural work is tangible. The outdoor environment is valued. The connection to production is meaningful. The specialized role may offer reduced competition. The agricultural lifestyle suits some personalities. Common frustrations include the limited scope and the typical agricultural challenges. Many find that the specialization limits opportunities. The compensation is typically low like other agricultural work. The working conditions remain challenging. Career paths are unclear. The seasonal nature may affect income. The rural location affects lifestyle.

This career requires agricultural skills with specialized training. Strong physical capability, specialized knowledge, and work ethic are essential. The role suits those wanting agricultural work in specialized contexts. It is poorly suited to those seeking higher compensation, uncomfortable with rural locations, or wanting clear advancement. Compensation is typically low, following agricultural patterns.

πŸ“ˆCareer Progression

1
Entry (10th %ile)
0-2 years experience
$26,720
$24,048 - $29,392
2
Early Career (25th %ile)
2-6 years experience
$32,840
$29,556 - $36,124
3
Mid-Career (Median)
5-15 years experience
$40,620
$36,558 - $44,682
4
Experienced (75th %ile)
10-20 years experience
$54,170
$48,753 - $59,587
5
Expert (90th %ile)
15-30 years experience
$77,420
$69,678 - $85,162

πŸ“šEducation & Training

Requirements

  • β€’Entry Education: Bachelor's degree
  • β€’Experience: One to two years
  • β€’On-the-job Training: One to two years
  • !License or certification required

Time & Cost

Education Duration
4-5 years (typically 4)
Estimated Education Cost
$46,440 - $173,400
Public (in-state):$46,440
Public (out-of-state):$96,120
Private nonprofit:$173,400
Source: college board (2024)

πŸ€–AI Resilience Assessment

AI Resilience Assessment

Moderate human advantage but elevated automation risk suggests ongoing transformation

🟠In Transition
Task Exposure
Medium

How much of this job involves tasks AI can currently perform

Automation Risk
Medium

Likelihood that AI replaces workers vs. assists them

Job Growth
Stable
0% over 10 years

(BLS 2024-2034)

Human Advantage
Moderate

How much this role relies on distinctly human capabilities

Sources: AIOE Dataset (Felten et al. 2021), BLS Projections 2024-2034, EPOCH FrameworkUpdated: 2026-01-02

πŸ’»Technology Skills

Farm management softwareMicrosoft OfficeGPS systems

🏷️Also Known As

Agriculture WorkerBark SpudderBillet CutterBrush Clearing LaborerBrush CutterBrusherCant HookerCanterCarbiderCat Swamper+5 more

πŸ”—Related Careers

Other careers in agriculture

πŸ”—Data Sources

Last updated: 2025-12-27O*NET Code: 45-2099.00

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