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Buyers and Purchasing Agents, Farm Products
Description
Purchase farm products either for further processing or resale. Includes tree farm contractors, grain brokers and market operators, grain buyers, and tobacco buyers.
Common Tasks
- Purchase, for further processing or for resale, farm products such as milk, grains, or Christmas trees.
- Negotiate contracts with farmers for the production or purchase of farm products.
- Arrange for processing or resale of purchased products.
- Arrange for transportation or storage of purchased products.
- Review orders to determine product types and quantities required to meet demand.
Required Education
Bachelor's degree
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $37.69 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $20.76 and $60.21 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $78,388.57 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $43,195.58 and $125,247.74 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 1,800 people in California during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 16.7% in the number of jobs in California for this occupation, bringing to total number to 2,100.
By 2024, in California, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $31.00 with the median annual salary reaching $64,522.
