Farmer
Grows the food that feeds everyone.
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Visit a working farm or farmers' market
About 90 minutes. No special gear — just curiosity.
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Problem Solving
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Technical Thinking
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Leadership
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What is it?
Farmers grow crops and raise animals — running small family farms, big commercial operations, or urban gardens that feed neighborhoods.
A typical day might include…
Sunrise chores, morning field walk, mid-day equipment repair, lunch, afternoon harvesting or planting, evening records and planning.
They might…
- Plan what to grow each season
- Care for crops and animals daily
- Fix equipment and solve weather problems
- Sell at markets or to businesses
"The care of the Earth is our most ancient and most worthy responsibility."
— Wendell Berry
Helpful subjects
Pay range
$35k–$120k+ (US, 2024, varies)
Just one factor — not the point.
Gentle reminder
A door, not a destination. Many people change careers 5+ times.
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