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Investing in the future of agriculture by supporting ag youth.(2008 NAMA MARKETER OF THE YEAR)

Publication: Agri Marketing
Publication Date: 01-MAY-08
Format: Online
Delivery: Immediate Online Access

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Job opportunities in the agriculture industry have continued to grow, but the number of graduates able to fill these positions is falling behind.

Over the next five years, the USDA expects 52,000 annual employment opportunities to be available in the agriculture industry for college a of...

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...graduates. However, shortage 2,700 qualified graduates is expected. With only 2% of the U.S. population farming today, now more than ever, students without farming backgrounds need to learn about agriculture's promise to help fill this growing employment gap.

"As a company 100% focused on agriculture, Monsanto continues to invest in programs that not only support the agricultural education of youth, but also get them excited about a future in agriculture," says Ernesto Fajardo, Monsanto VP, Crop Production.

"Over the years, Monsanto has partnered with numerous organizations that make a difference in the lives of young people and the agriculture industry by educating, supporting biotechnology, developing leadership for the future of agriculture and supporting diversity in agriculture," says Fajardo.

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