Agricultural Workers, All Other

About the Role

Agricultural Workers, All Other are involved in various tasks related to the cultivation and harvesting of crops that do not fall under specific categories defined by traditional agricultural job titles.

Other Common Titles

Farm Laborer
Crop Worker
Farmhand
Field Operator
Harvest Laborer

Typical Tasks

Planting seeds and seedlings in the fields
Cultivating crops through tilling and weeding
Harvesting mature crops using hand tools or machinery
Operating and maintaining farming equipment and machinery
Irrigating fields and managing water resources
Assisting with pest control and disease management
Loading and unloading crops for transport
Monitoring crop health and reporting issues to supervisors

Notable People

John Deere – Invented the first commercially successful steel plow, which revolutionized farming.
George Washington Carver – Agricultural scientist and inventor who promoted crop rotation and alternative crops to cotton, greatly impacting sustainable agriculture.

Recommended Resources

The Organic and Sustainable Farm Management Handbook
A comprehensive guide to managing organic and sustainable farms.
Modern Farmer Magazine
A magazine and website that covers all aspects of farming, including trends and new technologies.
The Agri-Tourism Podcast
Podcast discussing various topics related to agriculture, including farming practices and innovation.
USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service
Provides data and analysis on agricultural production in the United States.
Farming for the Future: The Agrarian Land Trust
A blog focused on sustainable farming practices and resources for new farmers.