Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources

What's it about?

The primary goal of careers within the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster is related to the production, processing, marketing, distribution, financing, and development of agricultural commodities and resources including food, fiber, wood products, natural resources, horticulture, and other plant and animal products or resources.

Key Skills for Success

In addition to job specific skills in the chosen discipline, those working in an agricultural, food and natural resource career should possess the following skills: critical thinking, communication, technical, problem solving, organization, adaptability, work ethic and attention to detail.

Career Opportunities

• Agricultural Engineers
• Animal Breeders
• Environmental Engineers
• Food Scientists and Technologists
• Foresters
• Natural Sciences Managers
• Soil and Plant Scientists
• Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists

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West Virginia 4-H Opportunities

West Virginia University Extension provides opportunities to explore your career interests through a variety of projects and educational activities.

4-H Project Areas

• Animal Science
• Home Food Preservation
• Veterinary Science
• Entomology
• Exploring Your Environment
• Forestry
• Small Engines

Educational Activities

• Livestock / Horticulture Judging
• Land Judging
• Livestock Shows
• STEM Ambassador
• Code Camp
• Ultimate Outdoor Weekend
• State Conservation Camp

WVU is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer -- Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran.
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