Target 3 | Career Callings

Double the productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, especially women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, sheep and cattle farmers, and fishers, through secure and equal access to land, knowledge, financial services, markets.

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Farmers' Cooperatives: Enable small-scale farmers to pool resources, share knowledge, and collectively market their products, leading to increased productivity and income.
Local Agricultural Extension Services: Provide farmers with training, information, and resources to enhance their farming practices and productivity.
Community-Based Organizations: Address various community needs, including agriculture. Some focus on improving the livelihoods of small-scale food producers through training and support.
Community Development Associations: Implement projects aimed at improving agricultural practices and increasing the income of local farmers.
Women's Farmer Groups: Empower female farmers through education, training, and access to resources, contributing to increased productivity.
Local Non-Governmental Organizations: May have programs focused on sustainable agriculture, income generation, and capacity building for small-scale food producers.
Local Chambers of Agriculture: Advocate for the interests of small-scale farmers and provide services to improve their productivity and incomes.
Community Microfinance Institutions: Play a crucial role in supporting small-scale farmers with financial resources for agricultural investments.
Youth in Agriculture Initiatives: Engage and empower young people in agriculture to contribute to increased productivity and innovation in small-scale farming.
Community-Based Agricultural Research Groups: Local research initiatives, often in collaboration with academic institutions, can provide valuable insights and knowledge-sharing to improve farming techniques at the grassroots level.

Training

Agricultural Sciences and Technology: Provides a broad understanding of agricultural practices, crop management, and technology applications to enhance productivity.
Rural Development and Community Engagement: Focuses on community-based approaches, social dynamics, and sustainable development strategies to empower rural communities.
Agribusiness Management: Covers business principles applied to agriculture, including marketing, finance, and supply chain management, to improve profitability.
Sustainable Agriculture Practices: Teaches environmentally friendly farming methods, conservation techniques, and organic farming practices for sustainable food production.
Agricultural Extension and Outreach: Prepares individuals to work closely with farmers, providing education, training, and support to implement improved agricultural practices.
Food Value Chain Management: Covers the entire food production and distribution process, focusing on efficient and sustainable value chain management.
Livestock and Poultry Management: Provides knowledge on animal husbandry, health care, and breeding practices to enhance the productivity of livestock and poultry.
Rural Finance and Microfinance: Equips individuals with skills in financial management, budgeting, and accessing financial services to support small-scale producers.
Community-Based Natural Resource Management: Addresses sustainable resource management, conservation, and community involvement to promote balanced development in rural areas.
Project Management for Agricultural Development: Focuses on project planning, implementation, and evaluation, preparing individuals to lead initiatives aimed at improving agricultural productivity.

Occupations

Agricultural Extension Officers: Provide technical advice, training, and support to farmers to improve agricultural practices and productivity.
Agronomists: Optimize crop production by studying soil management, crop rotation, and recommending suitable farming practices.
Livestock Specialists: Improve animal husbandry practices, health care, and breeding to enhance the productivity of livestock.
Market Development Specialists: Work on strategies to connect small-scale producers with markets, facilitating better access and fair prices for their products.
Rural Finance Specialists: Help farmers access financial services, credit, and microfinance to invest in their farms and improve productivity.
Supply Chain Managers: Manage the flow of goods and services from production to distribution, ensuring efficiency and minimizing waste in the supply chain.
Value Chain Coordinators: Coordinate activities along the entire value chain, from production to market, to enhance the overall value and profitability of the products.
Community Development Officers: Empower local communities by facilitating the development of sustainable agricultural practices, education, and infrastructure.
Research and Development Scientists: Conduct research to identify and implement innovative technologies and techniques that can enhance agricultural productivity in a sustainable manner.
Project Managers: Oversee and coordinate initiatives aimed at doubling the productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, ensuring projects are implemented effectively.

Back to Goal 2 Targets

Double the productivity and incomes of small-scale food producers, especially women, indigenous peoples, family farmers, sheep and cattle farmers, and fishers, through secure and equal access to land, knowledge, financial services, markets.

Could this be your career mission? Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.

Employers

Could this be your career mission?

Below are employers you could work for, occupations they employ, and education and training programs to prepare you to achieve this target.