What does an agrologist do?

What is an Agrologist?

The term agrologist is most often used in Canada, and the term agronomist is used in the United States. The profession of agrology focuses on the management of resources, food production systems, food security & safety, and environmental quality.

Professional agrologists follow a code of ethics to make sure that Canada’s agricultural and health products are of the highest quality.

What does an Agrologist do?

An agrologist’s job is to ensure that Canada’s grown food and the land it is grown on is well cared for. 

A professional agrologist can work in a number of agricultural-related fields. They can work in research as scientists, in education as professors, as lab technologists, consultants, and salespeople.

Some tasks of an agrologist might include: 

• performing pest control with biological control 
• managing and evaluating rangeland
• performing environmental assessments
• giving presentations to universities, conferences, and seminars about agrology findings and research 
• promoting sustainable development of agricultural resources
• overseeing food safety programs 
• creating and distributing information and advice for the public about agro-business and food industries
• managing government programs and making recommendations regarding agricultural policies 
• ensuring seeds meet internal and external quality requirements for sale

What is the workplace of an Agrologist like?

An agrologist can work in a variety of settings. It may be in the field, in an office, or in a manufacturing facility. They typically work 40 hours a week Monday to Friday. Some may also spend quite a bit of time travelling for field visits or lectures. Some seasons may also be busier than others.