Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Manager Career

Job Description: Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments. May hire, train, and supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation. May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, and financial and marketing activities.


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Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Manager Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$75,790

Median Hourly Wage

$36.44*

Total Employed Nationally

4,560


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.