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Farmers

Farmers grow crops and raise animals to feed people. They work with the land every day, making decisions about planting, caring for soil, managing livestock, and using equipment - and they help keep the UK's food supply going.

Farmers

8

Agriculture

AI IMPACT
AI EXPOSURE TODAY8
20-YEAR SCENARIO
NOT A FORECAST53%
THE DOOR · ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAYB
STARTING PAY£20,000 - £25,000
MOAT NOT YET CLASSIFIEDA real score, but the moat is not yet classified. No claim either way.

THE DOOR: ENTRY DIFFICULTY TODAY, graded A (easy) to E (extremely hard). A Careermash rule-of-thumb index built from our AI exposure index and the job's moat class. It is not a forecast and not a count of job openings.

AI EXPOSURE TODAY is a Careermash index from 0 to 100 of how exposed this job's everyday tasks are to AI today. We estimate it by matching published research on how people use AI to this job, usually by keyword or subject area, and we lower it where the work is protected (for example by physical, personal or legal requirements). It is not a direct measurement of how much people in this job use AI.

AI exposure is low for this work today
AI exposure today for this job is low on our index (8), an estimate rather than a measurement. We have not yet classified what, if anything, structurally protects it, so we make no claim either way about a moat. Learn the tools, and build the judgement that stays human.

The role

As a farmer, you grow food and raise animals on your land. You decide what to plant, when to plant it, and how to look after the crops as they grow - watching the weather, managing pests and disease, and making sure animals have what they need.

Your days are physical and varied. You might be ploughing fields, fixing machinery, checking on livestock, keeping records of what you have planted and harvested, or talking to other farmers and advisers about new ways to do things. Farming means working with nature, so you have to be flexible and ready to solve problems as they come up.

Daily responsibilities

  • Cultivate and manage various crops, ensuring optimal growth conditions and pest control.
  • Operate and maintain farming equipment and machinery to enhance productivity.
  • Monitor soil health and implement sustainable farming practices to improve yield.
  • Plan and execute planting and harvesting schedules based on seasonal cycles.
  • Engage in livestock management, including feeding, breeding, and health monitoring.
  • Record and analyse agricultural data to track performance and make informed decisions.
  • Collaborate with agricultural advisors and other farmers to share best practices.
  • Stay updated on agricultural regulations and market trends to adapt strategies accordingly.

Does a degree help here?

A UK degree in agriculture, environmental science, or a related field equips candidates with the latest knowledge and skills needed to thrive in a competitive market. Universities in the UK offer cutting-edge research and practical experience, making graduates highly sought after by employers who value local expertise and understanding of UK-specific agricultural challenges.