What is Agronomy? - Scope and Career opportunities

Published: Monday, August 18, 2014, 17:05 [IST]

What is Agronomy?
'Agronomy' has been derived from the Greek derivatives 'Agros' and 'nomos' which respectively mean 'field' and 'management'.

The foundation of the American Society of Agronomy in 1907 led to a vigorous development of the subject; but in India, the field management of crops has been advocated from very early days of agriculture.

What is the scope of Agronomy?
There is a gradual increase in scope for agronomists. Agronomists will be needed to find ways to increase the output of crops used in these products. Agronomists will also be needed to balance increased agricultural output with protection and preservation of soil, water, and ecosystems.

What are the career options for Agronomy?
As plant scientists, agronomists can have many career paths, but their careers are generally focused on increasing the quality and amount of food produced for the nation's food supply.

Many graduates are employed in farm management or go on to manage their own farms, others use the breadth of skills and experience that they develop during their degree to follow a range of opportunities in the service and supply industries.

What are the job roles for Agronomy?

Agronomist
Agricultural Climatologist
Agronomist Sales
Biological Science Technician
Chemical Sales Representative
Crop Production Specialist
Environmental Scientist
Fertilizer Plant Manager
Research Assistant
Soil and Water Conservationist
Lab technician
Crop Scientist

Who can study this course?

Candidates who passed 10+2 in science discipline are eligible for this course.
Candidates with the bachelors degree in Agriculture can pursue master level in Agronomy in India.
Candidates who passed the IELTS / TOEFL other eligible entrance examinations for admission to foreign universities can purse bachelor's degree in Agronomy.

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