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AgricultureGreen JobOccupation aligned to O*NET green economy classifications.

Agriculture Inspector

Inspect agricultural commodities, processing equipment, and facilities, and fish and logging operations, to ensure compliance with regulations and laws governing health, quality, and safety.

Annual openings

25

Median wage

$50,430

Typical education

Bachelor's degree

Growth 2026–2032

+11%

Median wage source: Colorado BLS OEWS (2025).

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Typical education

Bachelor's degree

Credential requirement

Credential requirements not reported

Work experience

No previous work experience is required.

These jobs help identify the quality of the food we eat. Think Grade AA!
Some of these jobs will inspect the safety of agriculture products for the government while others will work with farmers/ranchers/businesses to create healthy products.

Is this work a fit?

What the work actually feels like

How people in this career tend to spend their time, the interests it draws on, and a look at a typical day.

Work style

The type of work can vary by job and employer.

  • With childrenNo
  • On a computerMay vary
  • OutdoorsYes
  • With your handsMay vary

Interests it draws on

  • Agriculture and Sustainability
  • Farming

Automation exposure

Moderate exposure

Some routine tasks may shift as tools improve, but the role is likely to adapt.

A typical day

  1. Inspect food products and processing procedures to determine whether products are safe to eat.
  2. Interpret and enforce government acts and regulations and explain required standards to agricultural workers.
  3. Monitor the operations and sanitary conditions of slaughtering or meat processing plants.
  4. Inspect or test horticultural products or livestock to detect harmful diseases, chemical residues, or infestations and to determine the quality of products or animals.
  5. Collect samples from animals, plants, or products and route them to laboratories for microbiological assessment, ingredient verification, or other testing.
  6. Inspect the cleanliness and practices of establishment employees.
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