Agricultural Extension Agent Career

*A job as an Agricultural Extension Agent falls under the broader career category of Farm and Home Management Educators. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Farm and Home Management Educators : Instruct and advise individuals and families engaged in agriculture, agricultural-related processes, or home management activities. Demonstrate procedures and apply research findings to advance agricultural and home management activities. May develop educational outreach programs. May instruct on either agricultural issues such as agricultural processes and techniques, pest management, and food safety, or on home management issues such as budgeting, nutrition, and child development.


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Farm and Home Management Educator Career

Required Education



Master's Degree usually needed for this career