Getting into Food and Agriculture: Sustainability vs Reality vs Just Farming?

When most people think about a career in the agri-food and bioproduct sector, the image of a family farm often comes to mind, growing crops, raising livestock, and working the land. While farming is an essential part of Canadian agriculture, the industry offers far more. The food and agriculture sector provides a diverse range of opportunities for growth and development across four key pillars of human capital: Marketing, Sales, Operations, and Research & Development. Each pillar connects with others across the commercial side of agribusiness, creating an ecosystem of collaboration and innovation.

As a Canadian agribusiness recruiting firm with more than 30 years of experience, we’ve helped countless professionals discover opportunities in the food and agriculture industry, and many have gone on to become some of Canada’s top agricultural talent.

For young professionals entering the workforce, agriculture is one of the best industries to build a meaningful career. Every agriculture job, whether in agronomy, operations, or marketing, is a chance to gain business experience, make lasting connections, and grow into future leadership roles. At Litherland & Co., an executive search management firm specializing in agriculture recruiting, we are always on the lookout for emerging Canadian agriculture talent ready to make their mark.

Sustainability is also reshaping agriculture careers. With continuous innovation, Canadian agribusinesses are adopting new technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to advance sustainable practices. For example, farmers are now researching alternative pest management solutions that reduce environmental impact, small but important steps that help position Canadian agriculture as a global leader in sustainable farming.

The future of Canadian agriculture is wide open. Opportunities exist at every level, from entry-level roles to senior executive leadership. If you’re searching for agriculture job openings, explore our current postings in agronomy, sales, operations, marketing, and executive search. Join an industry that is constantly growing, innovating, and adapting, and be part of shaping the next generation of sustainable agri-food.