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Typical tasks undertaken in this profession: 21
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Communicate research and project results to other professionals and the public or teach related courses, seminars, or workshops. |
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Provide information and recommendations to farmers and other landowners regarding ways in which they can best use land, promote plant growth, and avoid or correct problems such as erosion. |
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Investigate responses of soils to specific management practices to determine the use capabilities of soils and the effects of alternative practices on soil productivity. |
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Develop methods of conserving and managing soil that can be applied by farmers and forestry companies. |
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Conduct experiments to develop new or improved varieties of field crops, focusing on characteristics such as yield, quality, disease resistance, nutritional value, or adaptation to specific soils or climates. |
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Investigate soil problems and poor water quality to determine sources and effects. |
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Study soil characteristics to classify soils on the basis of factors such as geographic location, landscape position, and soil properties. |
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Develop improved measurement techniques, soil conservation methods, soil sampling devices, and related technology. |
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Conduct experiments investigating how soil forms, changes, and interacts with land-based ecosystems and living organisms. |
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Identify degraded or contaminated soils and develop plans to improve their chemical, biological, and physical characteristics. |
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 Botanist - from: Career Directions |
| Botanist - from: N.C.S. [UK] |
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Note: All salaries are in thousands of euros and refer to annual salaries.
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| Job Title |
Botanist
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26 - 45
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| Related Information: |
Botanist: 26 - 34
Experienced Botanist: 34 -45
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FAS
Last Updated: February, 2011 |
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