Seedling Cultivation Technical Instructor
しゅびょういくせいぎじゅつしどういん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who conducts research and tests on cultivation methods for seeds and seedlings and variety improvement technologies, and provides technical guidance to farmers and production sites based on those results.
Description
Seedling Cultivation Technical Instructors conduct research and development on quality improvement and cultivation techniques for seeds and seedlings of crops and flowers, providing instruction to farmers on appropriate nursery methods and variety characteristics at local governments, agricultural experiment stations, and seed companies. They utilize specialized knowledge in breeding science, tissue culture, greenhouse management, and pest and disease control to implement tests and disseminate results in an easy-to-understand manner through extension activities and lectures. They contribute to productivity and quality improvement through diverse tasks including on-site visits, cultivation trials, and data analysis.
Future Outlook
Demand for developing high-functionality and high-yield varieties to address climate change and increasing food needs is rising, and the demand for breeding and nursery technology instruction is expected to expand further. Establishment of next-generation breeding methods integrating ICT and biotechnology is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Excellent communication skills / Keen powers of observation / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Corporate Technology Department / Fieldwork / Government Agency Duty / Greenhouse Duty
Career Path
Agricultural Extension Instructor → Plant Breeding Researcher → Seed Company Technician → Technical Center Chief → Agricultural Consultant
Required Skills
Breeding Science / Greenhouse Management / Pest and Disease Control / Test Planning / Tissue Culture
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / English Literature Reading / ICT Agricultural Technology / Presentation (Workshop Operation)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To not miss small trait differences or disease signs. |
| Communication Skills | To smoothly share technical information and provide guidance to farmers and related parties. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire the latest trends in new varieties and breeding technologies. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because physical stamina is required for long hours of work in greenhouses and fields, and transporting seedlings. |
| Planning & Organization | Because planning and scheduling of nursery tests are important. |
Related Qualifications
- Agricultural Technology Certification
- Pesticide Management Instructor
- Professional Engineer (Agriculture Division)
Aliases
- Nursery Technical Instructor
- Seeds and Seedlings Cultivation Instructor
Related Jobs
- Agricultural Consultant
- Agricultural Extension Instructor
- Livestock Technical Instructor
- Plant Breeding Researcher