To work as an agricultural worker supervisor, you typically need to:

• have a high school diploma or equivalent; and
• have one to five years experience working as an agricultural worker.

Education after high school

No formal education is required beyond high school. Courses in a language other than English, such as Spanish, are helpful.

Work experience

Most people become supervisors after working for many years as an agricultural worker. Growing up on a farm provides good work experience. It is also helpful if you join clubs such as 4-H or the National FFA Organization while in high school.

On-the-job training

Agricultural worker supervisors usually receive informal training on the job from experienced workers. During training, you learn:

• human resources policies such as how to hire, train, or fire workers;
• methods used for agricultural production;
• how to use and maintain equipment; and
• company policies.

Training may last up to a month.

In certain specialized agricultural fields, higher levels of education and training may be required.