Careers in the Vegetable Industry

Australia is recognised as a world leader in agricultural innovation and the vegetable industry is rapidly advancing with improvements in processes, technology and management.  The business of growing vegetables is now a modern and global career option at a time when increasing demand for food means greater demand for more effective and efficient vegetable production through better knowledge, science and management.

This section provides resources developed in a levy funded project called “The Business of Vegetables – Career Resources for a rewarding career in the Australian Vegetable Industry”.  

Resources

New technologies, sustainable growing techniques and latest production practices highlight how horticulture is big business with a broad array of jobs up for grabs.  The people profiled in these videos  highlight the diverse range of job roles involved in the vegetable supply chain.  Explore for yourself the opportunities associated with lifestyle, personal development and leadership offered by the industry.

Here you will find 2-3 minute interviews with 20 passionate and successful people highlighting different jobs and providing advice on how to grow yourself a career in the vegetable industry supply chain around Australia.  These are grouped according to job attributes of interest:

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How to use this resource

These career case studies will be of interest to school students, teachers, universities, career advisors and agencies, and people looking for a career change.  They will also be a useful resource for anyone in a position to give advice on the vegetable industry in terms of employment prospects and opportunities.

For more information about job tasks, work conditions, employment prospects and wages visit the job group pages.

Links

For further information on jobs and careers in horticulture and the vegetable industry explore the following links

About this project

Disclaimer

The materials contained in these project resources are provided for information purposes only.  Horticulture Australia Limited (HAL) does not guarantee, and accepts no legal liability whatsoever arising from or connected to the accuracy, reliability, currency or completeness of any information contained on this media or any linked internet sites.  The information is provided on the basis that persons using it carefully evaluate the accuracy, currency and relevance of the content for their circumstances and purposes.  The material may include views or recommendations of third parties, which do not necessarily reflect the views of HAL, or indicate a commitment to a particular course of action.  HAL accepts no liability for any interference with or damage to a user’s computer system, software or data in connection with or relating to this material or its use.

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