What is the scope of B.Sc in agriculture?

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Neetu Singh · Answer

There are plenty of government as well as private sector jobs available for B.Sc. Agriculture graduates. They can be appointed as Research Officer, Quality Assurance Officer, Agriculture Officer, Agriculture Loan Officer (in Banks), Production Manager, Operations Manager and Farm Manager with State agriculture departments. In the private sector, agriculture Science graduates may find jobs as managers at plantations, as officers at fertilizer manufacturing firms, agriculture machinery industries, agricultural products marketing firms, food processing units etc. The average starting salary of these officers is generally between Rs 5 to 6 Lacs per annum (including incentive). And as you gain years and experience, the scope for better remuneration is immense. My cousin brother is pursuing same course from Lovely Professional University. Reviews are pretty good. So I will suggest you to join Lovely Professional University without any second thought. He has discussed few points with me:- He said, Lovely Professional University (LPU) has become India's first private university to get ICAR accreditation This shows the strength and credibility of the department and school as a whole. School of Agricultural sciences is one of the fastest growing school of Agriculture in the entire region and India. It is being rated as among Punjab and India's Best Agriculture colleges. Students are exposed to Commercial farms to get know-how that create an opportunity for students to engage and tone up their endurance, confidence and management skills. The university has well-equipped laboratories, library, lecture rooms and excellent farm facility to conduct agricultural experiments. Students learn about the latest advancements in the field of agriculture, disease resistance, fertilizers and, insecticides with extensive fieldwork and field trips preparing them for the evergreen field of agriculture. Students of School of Agriculture selected in HDFC India's leading private bank at decent package as a Retail- Agri executive. Dhanuka selected 8 students from School of Agriculture at Trainee Business Development Marketing with the highest package Thank You!

Ahana Sharma · Answer

Lovely Professional University (LPU) has become India's first private university to get ICAR accreditation This shows the strength and credibility of the department and school as a whole. School of Agricultural Sciences is one of the fastest growing school of Agriculture in the entire region and India. It is being rated as among Punjab and India's Best Agriculture colleges. Students are exposed to Commercial farms to get know-how that create an opportunity for students to engage and tone up their endurance, confidence and management skills. The university has well-equipped laboratories, library, lecture rooms and excellent farm facility to conduct agricultural experiments. Students learn about the latest advancements in the field of agriculture, disease resistance, fertilizers and, insecticides with extensive fieldwork and field trips preparing them for the evergreen field of agriculture. Scope:-Competitive exams such as UPSC, FCI, and other government jobs abound after B.Sc. In Agriculture. Public and private companies also offer jobs, many who come for campus placements too. Options go on to journalism in the agricultural sector, state government jobs, insurance sector jobs, research, and teaching.

Dharamveer Dheer · Answer

Dear Neha, Agricultural graduates have wide scope of career in public sector and private sector. In fact entrepreneurship is a great opportunity to pursue your prospective career in agricultural field. It is just a myth that Agriculture does not offer job opportunities. Lovely Professional University is the first private University who has got and accreditation from ICAR. Curriculum here is as per the guidelines of ICAR (Indian Council of Agriculture Research) and is designed to train students to understand ways of improving the crop production in a sustainable manner and to provide overall knowledge related to agriculture. The demand for graduates with a degree in agriculture is increasing every day in India and abroad. B.Sc. Agriculture is a 4 year undergraduate professional course offered by Lovely Professional University. Course fees are also considerably lower in comparison to other professional degrees, while rewarding with good jobs and a better packages. Infact one of LPU student has got the package of Rs 1 Crore per Annum. # It has various and variety of career options: Agriculture Officer, Farm Manager, Plantation manager, Research Officer, Quality assurance Officer in related fields, Agriculture Loan Officer in Banks, Production Manager, Operations Manager in Fertilizer Units, Food Development Manager, Self owned Food Processing Units, SEED Quality Manager and Government jobs are also there Hope this helps DVD.

Mehar Sharma · Answer

For B.Sc. (Hons) Agriculture. There are ample opportunities in this field both in the Government and in the Private sector. Getting a good job depends on various factors like from where you have done your Graduation, your skills, your knowledge about the field, the Industrial experience, and exposure if you have any. A graduate/ post-graduate in this field can get appointed as an Agricultural Research Scientist, Agriculture Officer, Production Manager, Farm Manager, etc. Interested students can also opt for jobs in the field of teaching, banking, and insurance. Competitive exams such as UPSC FCI and other government jobs abound after B.Sc. In Agriculture. Public and private companies also offer jobs, many of who come for campus placements too. Options go on to journalism in the agricultural sector, state government jobs, insurance sector jobs, research, and teaching. LPU School of Agriculture is among Punjab and India's Best Agriculture colleges. It lays thrust on carrying out research in agricultural and allied fields. The university has well-equipped laboratories, a library, lecture rooms, and excellent farm facilities to conduct agricultural experiments. Also, some of the programs under the Agricultural domain are ICAR accredited which makes your degree more valuable if done from LPU. LPU PROVIDES ULTIMATE LEARNING EXPERIENCE WITH COMMITMENT TO INNOVATION BY PROVIDING THE STUDENTS WITH PRACTICAL EXPOSURE. So, without any doubt join LPU and pursue your high dream and secure your future with good placements as it provides ample opportunities to its students for placements, internships and give industrial exposure as well to its students in terms of guest lectures, workshops, industrial visits. Last year, their agriculture student from LPU bagged a Package of 1 CRORE. Some of the companies that visited LPU for Agriculture are - NESTLE INDIA LIMITED HINDUSTAN BEC TECH INDIA PVT LTD HDFC BANK RALLIS INDIA SMURAGRO ENVIROCARE LABS PVT. LTD FARELABS PVT LTD PRAGYA OMICS INTERNATIONAL PVT. LTD. B. D. AGRO FOODS. SANDRA ORGANICS CONVERGYS INDIA SERVICES PRIVATE LIMITED DHANUKA AGRITECH LIMITED etc. Hope it Helps ! Good Luck !

Konatham Abhishek · Answer

Most of the colleges put the criteria of minimum 50% marks in class 12th. B.Sc. In agriculture is a full-time degree course with 3 years duration that will focus on agriculture and it's techniques, farming, botany, chemical study, etc. You will have the opportunity to get a job in multinational companies (MNC'S) in agriculture department, plant explorer, researcher, etc. You can get much stronger build up with Master's degree in coming future. All the best for future.

pasha asif · Answer

B.Sc Agriculture is a good course with good placement opportunities, as you can be employed by any private or government firm or you can start your own work or even you can start your career as a lecturer by pursuing M.Sc in agriculture. There are a lot of government opportunities available for the B.Sc in agriculture graduates. So, it has very good scope.

Mrinalani Teotia · Answer

Hi Neha, Based on your percentage in class 12th, you can select the colleges for B.Sc in agriculture. Most of the colleges put the criteria of minimum 50% marks in class 12th. B.Sc in agriculture is a full-time degree course with 3 years duration that will focus on agriculture and it's techniques, farming, botany, chemical study, etc. You will have the opportunity to get a job in multinational companies (MNC'S) in agriculture department, plant explorer, researcher, etc. You can get much stronger build up with Master's degree in coming future. All the best for future. Thank you.

Ajay Kumar · Answer

Agricultural graduates have wide scope of career in public sector and private sector. In fact entrepreneurship is a great opportunity to pursue your prospective career in agricultural field. Lovely Professional University is the first private University who has got and accreditation from ICAR. Curriculum here is as per the guidelines of ICAR (Indian Council of Agriculture Research) and is designed to train students to understand ways of improving the crop production in a sustainable manner and to provide overall knowledge related to agriculture.

Rakesh chand · Answer

Bsc agriculture course is one of the good course for future if you plan for this course.If you search for best university for Bsc agriculture course than Quantum university is best option because Quantum university provide best education facility with good placements with affordable fees.Quantum university situated in roorkee uttarakhand is of the reputed university in uttarakhand.Quantum university also provide good placements the placement % of Quantum university is 90% and 200+companies visit the university every year for jobs.Quantum university also provide good scholarship through 12th% or Qcare scholarship exam conduct by university every year.

Vinay kr Pandey · Answer

Dear aspirant, Glad to meet you. Agriculture is important to the country's economy, as millions of people carry out agriculture and agri-related activities. Therefore, pursuing a B.Sc. Agriculture scope can provide you with multiple employment opportunities. B.Sc. Agriculture graduates can work in various public and private institutions, research centres and other companies engaged in agriculture, dairy farming, horticulture and other agri-related sectors. The top employers of B.Sc. Agriculture candidates are: government research centres food technology companies agriculture machinery industries multinationals engaged in the manufacture of agricultural aids central and state government departments central and state agricultural universities and colleges fertiliser and pesticide manufacturers food processing units seed manufacturing companies banks farms and fields India is primarily an agrarian economy, with agriculture contributing up to 20% of the national GDP. Increasing population, rise in average income and increase in food exports underline the need for innovative and modern agricultural practices. If you are interested in a career in the thriving agriculture sector, an effective way to get started is by completing a Bachelors degree in agriculture.

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