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Do you enjoy working with animals?
Do you have a green thumb?
Do you collect rocks?
Are you interested in protecting the environment?
Do you enjoy working outdoors?
Are science classes your favorite?


If you answered yes to two or more of the questions above, you might be interested in considering a career in agriculture, food, and natural resources.

The States' Career Cluster External link opens in a new windowInitiative's 16 career clusters are made up of career pathways that frame student opportunities as they pursue postsecondary education and a wide range of career opportunities from career beginnings to professional and managerial careers. Click here to learn more about the Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources Career Cluster. External link opens in a new window

The pathways listed in the next topic gives you more information about the opportunities to work and study in Agriculture.

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Company Profiles

Grain and Feed Association of Illinois

The Grain & Feed Association of Illinois is the statewide association representing grain elevators, feed dealers, manufacturers, brokers and more. Associate members provide goods and services to the grain and feed industry. GFAI is designated as an Illinois workNet Strategic Partner.

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Farm Business Development Center @ Liberty Prairie Foundation

The Farm Business Development Center at Prairie Crossing is a farm business incubator for beginning organic, fresh produce farmers in the Chicago region.

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