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Soil and Plant Scientists

 

Conduct research in breeding, physiology, production, yield, and management of crops and agricultural plants or trees, shrubs, and nursery stock, their growth in soils, and control of pests; or study the chemical, physical, biological, and mineralogical composition of soils as they relate to plant or crop growth. May classify and map soils and investigate effects of alternative practices on soil and crop productivity. 

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Growth Rate Click for more information on Growth rate 2.5%
Openings Per Year Click for more information on Employment outlook 138
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Median Hourly Click for more information on Median Hourly Wage $30 per hour
Average Annual Click for more information on Average Wage $67,860 per year
Education Needed Click for more information on Education needed Most of these occupations require graduate school. For example, they may require a master's degree, and some require a Ph.D., M.D., or J.D. (law degree). 
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