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Horticultural Inspectors

Overview

Horticultural inspectors are employed by federal, state, and local governments to enforce those laws that protect public health and safety as they pertain to plants and agricultural products. There are about 13,300 agricultural inspectors, including horticultural inspectors, employed in the United States.

Salary Range

$25,000 to $100,000

Minimum Education Level

Bachelor's Degree

Certification/License

Required

Outlook

About as Fast as the Average
Personality Traits

Curious

Organized

Technical

Career Ladder
Horticultural/Agricultural Consultant

Supervisor of Inspectors

Agricultural Inspector

Horticultural Inspector

Horticultural Technician

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