[Core] [23% incumbents] Document and maintain records of precision agriculture information.
  DWAs: Record research or operational data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Collect information about soil or field attributes, yield data, or field boundaries, using field data recorders and basic geographic information systems (GIS).
  DWAs: Collect geographical or geological field data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Use geospatial technology to develop soil sampling grids or identify sampling sites for testing characteristics such as nitrogen, phosphorus, or potassium content, pH, or micronutrients.
  DWAs: Analyze environmental data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Divide agricultural fields into georeferenced zones, based on soil characteristics and production potentials.
  DWAs: Determine geographic coordinates. | Analyze geological or geographical data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Install, calibrate, or maintain sensors, mechanical controls, GPS-based vehicle guidance systems, or computer settings.
  DWAs: Calibrate scientific or technical equipment. | Maintain laboratory or technical equipment.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Create, layer, and analyze maps showing precision agricultural data, such as crop yields, soil characteristics, input applications, terrain, drainage patterns, or field management history.
  DWAs: Prepare maps.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Compare crop yield maps with maps of soil test data, chemical application patterns, or other information to develop site-specific crop management plans.
  DWAs: Research crop management methods.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Analyze geospatial data to determine agricultural implications of factors such as soil quality, terrain, field productivity, fertilizers, or weather conditions.
  DWAs: Analyze geological or geographical data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Identify spatial coordinates, using remote sensing and Global Positioning System (GPS) data.
  DWAs: Analyze environmental data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Analyze data from harvester monitors to develop yield maps.
  DWAs: Analyze geological or geographical data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Apply precision agriculture information to specifically reduce the negative environmental impacts of farming practices.
  DWAs: Apply knowledge or research findings to address environmental problems.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Demonstrate the applications of geospatial technology, such as Global Positioning System (GPS), geographic information systems (GIS), automatic tractor guidance systems, variable rate chemical input applicators, surveying equipment, or computer mapping software.
  DWAs: Analyze geological or geographical data.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Draw or read maps, such as soil, contour, or plat maps.
  DWAs: Prepare maps.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Recommend best crop varieties or seeding rates for specific field areas, based on analysis of geospatial data.
  DWAs: Advise customers on the use of products or services.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Prepare reports in graphical or tabular form, summarizing field productivity or profitability.
  DWAs: Prepare operational reports.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Provide advice on the development or application of better boom-spray technology to limit the overapplication of chemicals and to reduce the migration of chemicals beyond the fields being treated.
  DWAs: Advise others on the development or use of new technologies.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Program farm equipment, such as variable-rate planting equipment or pesticide sprayers, based on input from crop scouting and analysis of field condition variability.
  DWAs: Calibrate scientific or technical equipment.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Participate in efforts to advance precision agriculture technology, such as developing advanced weed identification or automated spot spraying systems.
  DWAs: Develop agricultural methods.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Analyze remote sensing imagery to identify relationships between soil quality, crop canopy densities, light reflectance, and weather history.
  DWAs: Conduct climatological research.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Advise farmers on upgrading Global Positioning System (GPS) equipment to take advantage of newly installed advanced satellite technology.
  DWAs: Advise others on the development or use of new technologies.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Contact equipment manufacturers for technical assistance, as needed.
  DWAs: Discuss design or technical features of products or services with technical personnel. | Consult with others regarding safety or health equipment or facilities.

[Core] [23% incumbents] Identify areas in need of pesticide treatment by analyzing geospatial data to determine insect movement and damage patterns.
  DWAs: Analyze environmental data.

[EMERGING:New] Operate drone technology to capture aerial imagery and data for crop monitoring and analysis.

--- SKILLS ---
  Reading Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
  Active Listening (imp:3.75 lvl:3.88) — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand
  Speaking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.50) — Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  Critical Thinking (imp:3.75 lvl:3.62) — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternativ
  Writing (imp:3.50 lvl:3.50) — Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audienc
  Active Learning (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future pr
  Mathematics (imp:3.25 lvl:3.25) — Using mathematics to solve problems.
  Monitoring (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organization
  Learning Strategies (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate fo
  Science (imp:2.88 lvl:2.62) — Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.

--- KNOWLEDGE ---
  Customer and Personal Service (imp:4.17 lvl:4.83) — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal servic
  Computers and Electronics (imp:4.09 lvl:4.91) — Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and comput
  Sales and Marketing (imp:3.52 lvl:4.26) — Knowledge of principles and methods for showing, promoting, and selling products
  Mathematics (imp:3.48 lvl:4.39) — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their appl
  English Language (imp:3.48 lvl:3.78) — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the mea
  Engineering and Technology (imp:3.43 lvl:3.83) — Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. Th
  Biology (imp:3.39 lvl:3.74) — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interd
  Food Production (imp:3.35 lvl:4.26) — Knowledge of techniques and equipment for planting, growing, and harvesting food
  Mechanical (imp:3.30 lvl:4.09) — Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and main
  Geography (imp:3.23 lvl:4.09) — Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, an
  Education and Training (imp:3.09 lvl:3.87) — Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching
  Chemistry (imp:3.04 lvl:3.83) — Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances a
  Production and Processing (imp:3.00 lvl:3.48) — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and ot
  Telecommunications (imp:2.71 lvl:2.74) — Knowledge of transmission, broadcasting, switching, control, and operation of te
  Administrative (imp:2.70 lvl:3.57) — Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word proce
  Physics (imp:2.70 lvl:2.82) — Knowledge and prediction of physical principles, laws, their interrelationships,
  Transportation (imp:2.68 lvl:3.04) — Knowledge of principles and methods for moving people or goods by air, rail, sea
  Administration and Management (imp:2.65 lvl:3.30) — Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, 
  Design (imp:2.65 lvl:2.96) — Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of 
  Public Safety and Security (imp:2.59 lvl:2.39) — Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote
  Economics and Accounting (imp:2.57 lvl:2.70) — Knowledge of economic and accounting principles and practices, the financial mar
  Communications and Media (imp:2.52 lvl:2.57) — Knowledge of media production, communication, and dissemination techniques and m
  Law and Government (imp:2.39 lvl:2.30) — Knowledge of laws, legal codes, court procedures, precedents, government regulat
  Personnel and Human Resources (imp:2.30 lvl:2.52) — Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, tra
  Psychology (imp:2.14 lvl:2.09) — Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, 
  Building and Construction (imp:2.13 lvl:2.22) — Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or r
  Foreign Language (imp:1.96 lvl:1.61) — Knowledge of the structure and content of a foreign (non-English) language inclu
  Sociology and Anthropology (imp:1.64 lvl:1.18) — Knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, societal trends and influences, human 
  History and Archeology (imp:1.48 lvl:1.09) — Knowledge of historical events and their causes, indicators, and effects on civi
  Therapy and Counseling (imp:1.41 lvl:0.96) — Knowledge of principles, methods, and procedures for diagnosis, treatment, and r
  Philosophy and Theology (imp:1.39 lvl:0.91) — Knowledge of different philosophical systems and religions. This includes their 
  Medicine and Dentistry (imp:1.32 lvl:0.64) — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human i
  Fine Arts (imp:1.17 lvl:0.39) — Knowledge of the theory and techniques required to compose, produce, and perform

--- ABILITIES ---
  Deductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.00) — The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that 
  Inductive Reasoning (imp:4.00 lvl:4.12) — The ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusion
  Oral Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through 
  Written Comprehension (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
  Oral Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:4.00) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will unde
  Written Expression (imp:3.88 lvl:3.88) — The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will under
  Near Vision (imp:3.75 lvl:3.75) — The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
  Information Ordering (imp:3.62 lvl:3.75) — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according
  Problem Sensitivity (imp:3.38 lvl:3.75) — The ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does no
  Fluency of Ideas (imp:3.12 lvl:3.12) — The ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas
  Category Flexibility (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping
  Mathematical Reasoning (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a prob
  Flexibility of Closure (imp:3.12 lvl:3.62) — The ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or so
  Perceptual Speed (imp:3.12 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among
  Speech Clarity (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
  Originality (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situa
  Number Facility (imp:3.00 lvl:3.25) — The ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
  Speed of Closure (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into mea
  Visualization (imp:3.00 lvl:3.50) — The ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when 
  Selective Attention (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distrac
  Arm-Hand Steadiness (imp:3.00 lvl:2.75) — The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while hold
  Manual Dexterity (imp:3.00 lvl:2.62) — The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your
  Control Precision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.12) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehi
  Far Vision (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to see details at a distance.
  Speech Recognition (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
  Multilimb Coordination (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or
  Memorization (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and proced
  Time Sharing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to shift back and forth between two or more activities or sources of
  Finger Dexterity (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or bot
  Visual Color Discrimination (imp:2.75 lvl:2.75) — The ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of c
  Reaction Time (imp:2.50 lvl:1.88) — The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sou
  Spatial Orientation (imp:2.25 lvl:2.25) — The ability to know your location in relation to the environment or to know wher
  Trunk Strength (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the 
  Depth Perception (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to judge which of several objects is closer or farther away from you
  Auditory Attention (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — The ability to focus on a single source of sound in the presence of other distra
  Response Orientation (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to choose quickly between two or more movements in response to two o
  Wrist-Finger Speed (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and 
  Static Strength (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects.
  Stamina (imp:2.00 lvl:1.62) — The ability to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getti
  Extent Flexibility (imp:2.00 lvl:1.75) — The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs.
  Hearing Sensitivity (imp:2.00 lvl:2.00) — The ability to detect or tell the differences between sounds that vary in pitch 
  Rate Control (imp:1.88 lvl:1.75) — The ability to time your movements or the movement of a piece of equipment in an
  Gross Body Coordination (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — The ability to coordinate the movement of your arms, legs, and torso together wh
  Peripheral Vision (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — The ability to see objects or movement of objects to one's side when the eyes ar
  Glare Sensitivity (imp:1.88 lvl:1.25) — The ability to see objects in the presence of a glare or bright lighting.
  Dynamic Strength (imp:1.75 lvl:0.88) — The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time. This inv
  Gross Body Equilibrium (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — The ability to keep or regain your body balance or stay upright when in an unsta
  Night Vision (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — The ability to see under low-light conditions.
  Sound Localization (imp:1.62 lvl:0.62) — The ability to tell the direction from which a sound originated.
  Speed of Limb Movement (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to quickly move the arms and legs.
  Explosive Strength (imp:1.25 lvl:0.25) — The ability to use short bursts of muscle force to propel oneself (as in jumping
  Dynamic Flexibility (imp:1.00) — The ability to quickly and repeatedly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with yo

--- WORK ACTIVITIES ---
  Working with Computers (imp:4.43 lvl:4.26) — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to progra
  Getting Information (imp:4.30 lvl:4.30) — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sour
  Analyzing Data or Information (imp:4.09 lvl:4.48) — Identifying the underlying principles, reasons, or facts of information by break
  Making Decisions and Solving Problems (imp:4.05 lvl:4.26) — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and sol
  Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge (imp:4.04 lvl:5.00) — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.
  Communicating with People Outside the Organization (imp:3.96 lvl:4.43) — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organizatio
  Operating Vehicles, Mechanized Devices, or Equipment (imp:3.91 lvl:4.09) — Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, s
  Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates (imp:3.87 lvl:4.35) — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone,
  Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others (imp:3.83 lvl:3.65) — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.
  Documenting/Recording Information (imp:3.78 lvl:3.78) — Entering, transcribing, recording, storing, or maintaining information in writte
  Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships (imp:3.74 lvl:4.57) — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and m
  Selling or Influencing Others (imp:3.65 lvl:4.17) — Convincing others to buy merchandise/goods or to otherwise change their minds or
  Thinking Creatively (imp:3.64 lvl:3.87) — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, syste
  Monitoring Processes, Materials, or Surroundings (imp:3.62 lvl:3.83) — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment,
  Providing Consultation and Advice to Others (imp:3.61 lvl:4.39) — Providing guidance and expert advice to management or other groups on technical,
  Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events (imp:3.57 lvl:3.82) — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or 
  Processing Information (imp:3.52 lvl:4.13) — Compiling, coding, categorizing, calculating, tabulating, auditing, or verifying
  Scheduling Work and Activities (imp:3.52 lvl:3.52) — Scheduling events, programs, and activities, as well as the work of others.
  Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards (imp:3.45 lvl:3.73) — Using relevant information and individual judgment to determine whether events o
  Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work (imp:3.39 lvl:4.04) — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your
  Training and Teaching Others (imp:3.39 lvl:3.96) — Identifying the educational needs of others, developing formal educational or tr
  Developing Objectives and Strategies (imp:3.26 lvl:3.57) — Establishing long-range objectives and specifying the strategies and actions to 
  Performing General Physical Activities (imp:3.26 lvl:3.96) — Performing general physical activities includes doing activities that require co
  Judging the Qualities of Objects, Services, or People (imp:3.17 lvl:3.43) — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.
  Controlling Machines and Processes (imp:3.17 lvl:3.61) — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines 
  Developing and Building Teams (imp:3.17 lvl:3.13) — Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team membe
  Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Materials (imp:3.13 lvl:3.43) — Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors o
  Estimating the Quantifiable Characteristics of Products, Events, or Information (imp:3.13 lvl:3.43) — Estimating sizes, distances, and quantities; or determining time, costs, resourc
  Coaching and Developing Others (imp:3.13 lvl:3.96) — Identifying the developmental needs of others and coaching, mentoring, or otherw
  Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others (imp:3.09 lvl:3.39) — Handling complaints, settling disputes, and resolving grievances and conflicts, 
  Performing for or Working Directly with the Public (imp:3.09 lvl:3.57) — Performing for people or dealing directly with the public. This includes serving
  Repairing and Maintaining Electronic Equipment (imp:3.00 lvl:3.43) — Servicing, repairing, calibrating, regulating, fine-tuning, or testing machines,
  Assisting and Caring for Others (imp:2.91 lvl:3.26) — Providing personal assistance, medical attention, emotional support, or other pe
  Drafting, Laying Out, and Specifying Technical Devices, Parts, and Equipment (imp:2.87 lvl:3.09) — Providing documentation, detailed instructions, drawings, or specifications to t
  Handling and Moving Objects (imp:2.83 lvl:4.43) — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials,
  Repairing and Maintaining Mechanical Equipment (imp:2.83 lvl:3.30) — Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing machines, devices, moving parts, an
  Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others (imp:2.83 lvl:3.35) — Getting members of a group to work together to accomplish tasks.
  Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates (imp:2.83 lvl:3.39) — Providing guidance and direction to subordinates, including setting performance 
  Performing Administrative Activities (imp:2.74 lvl:3.13) — Performing day-to-day administrative tasks such as maintaining information files
  Monitoring and Controlling Resources (imp:2.74 lvl:3.04) — Monitoring and controlling resources and overseeing the spending of money.
  Staffing Organizational Units (imp:2.09 lvl:2.26) — Recruiting, interviewing, selecting, hiring, and promoting employees in an organ

--- WORK STYLES ---
  Dependability (imp:4.00) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Attention to Detail (imp:3.00) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Attention to Detail (imp:2.67) — A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
  Innovation (imp:2.27) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Dependability (imp:2.19) — A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related o
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.16) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Intellectual Curiosity (imp:2.00) — A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep 
  Cautiousness (imp:1.96) — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Achievement Orientation (imp:1.83) — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Integrity (imp:1.82) — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Adaptability (imp:1.79) — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Perseverance (imp:1.67) — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Initiative (imp:1.56) — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Tolerance for Ambiguity (imp:1.22) — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Self-Confidence (imp:1.21) — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Innovation (imp:1.00) — A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on 
  Cooperation (imp:0.92) — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Stress Tolerance (imp:0.88) — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Sincerity (imp:0.53) — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Self-Control (imp:0.53) — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res
  Leadership Orientation (imp:0.32) — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Optimism (imp:0.28) — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation (imp:0.27) — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Humility (imp:0.17) — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Empathy (imp:0.01) — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Achievement Orientation () — A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, 
  Tolerance for Ambiguity () — A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
  Initiative () — A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may
  Adaptability () — A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas 
  Self-Confidence () — A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control 
  Perseverance () — A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in 
  Leadership Orientation () — A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
  Humility () — A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
  Sincerity () — A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, withou
  Empathy () — A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feel
  Cooperation () — A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
  Optimism () — A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even un
  Social Orientation () — A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
  Cautiousness () — A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related
  Integrity () — A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
  Stress Tolerance () — A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
  Self-Control () — A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in res

--- TRANSFERABLE SKILLS ---
  Complex Problem Solving (imp:3.38 lvl:3.25) — Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and ev
  Judgment and Decision Making (imp:3.25 lvl:3.50) — Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the m
  Systems Analysis (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, 
  Systems Evaluation (imp:3.12 lvl:3.25) — Identifying measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed 
  Coordination (imp:3.00 lvl:3.00) — Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
  Time Management (imp:3.00 lvl:2.88) — Managing one's own time and the time of others.
  Operations Analysis (imp:2.88 lvl:2.88) — Analyzing needs and product requirements to create a design.
  Operations Monitoring (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working pr
  Operation and Control (imp:2.88 lvl:3.00) — Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
  Social Perceptiveness (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
  Persuasion (imp:2.75 lvl:3.00) — Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
  Instructing (imp:2.75 lvl:2.88) — Teaching others how to do something.
  Service Orientation (imp:2.75 lvl:3.12) — Actively looking for ways to help people.
  Negotiation (imp:2.62 lvl:2.62) — Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
  Troubleshooting (imp:2.62 lvl:2.38) — Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
  Quality Control Analysis (imp:2.62 lvl:2.88) — Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate
  Equipment Maintenance (imp:2.50 lvl:2.38) — Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind o
  Programming (imp:2.38 lvl:1.88) — Writing computer programs for various purposes.
  Repairing (imp:2.38 lvl:2.12) — Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
  Management of Personnel Resources (imp:2.25 lvl:2.12) — Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best 
  Equipment Selection (imp:2.12 lvl:2.12) — Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
  Installation (imp:1.88 lvl:1.38) — Installing equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications.
  Management of Material Resources (imp:1.88 lvl:1.00) — Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materi
  Management of Financial Resources (imp:1.75 lvl:0.75) — Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for the
  Technology Design (imp:1.62 lvl:0.75) — Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs.

--- NATIONAL WAGES ---
  total_employment : 15,130
  annual_median    : $49,630
  annual_pct10     : $35,980
  annual_pct25     : $40,950
  annual_pct75     : $63,630
  annual_pct90     : $76,480
  annual_mean      : $53,840
  hourly_median    : $23.86

--- GEOGRAPHIC DISPERSION ---
  highest_state    : Iowa ($64,070)
  lowest_state     : Oklahoma ($37,840)
  dispersion_ratio : 1.693x

--- TOP STATES BY WAGE (39 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    4,510  median: $  47,130
  Educational Services                     emp:    3,810  median: $  51,770
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    2,640  median: $  54,720
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:    1,270  median: $  47,030
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      920  median: $  48,850
  Manufacturing                            emp:      710  median: $  60,110
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      410  median: $  60,850
  Retail Trade                             emp:      300  median: $  45,670
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      300  median: $  43,290
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      120  median: $  51,690

--- TOP INDUSTRIES BY EMPLOYMENT (11 total) ---
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services emp:    4,510  median: $  47,130
  Educational Services                     emp:    3,810  median: $  51,770
  Wholesale Trade                          emp:    2,640  median: $  54,720
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting emp:    1,270  median: $  47,030
  Federal, State, and Local Government, excluding State and Local Government Schools and Hospitals and the U.S. Postal Service (OEWS Designation) emp:      920  median: $  48,850
  Manufacturing                            emp:      710  median: $  60,110
  Management of Companies and Enterprises  emp:      410  median: $  60,850
  Retail Trade                             emp:      300  median: $  45,670
  Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services emp:      300  median: $  43,290
  Other Services (except Public Administration) emp:      120  median: $  51,690

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match_score        : 0.0000
wikidata_qid       : N/A
word_count         : 0
wikipedia_url      : N/A
license            : CC BY-SA 4.0
fetched_at         : 2026-06-02T20:53:58.458281Z

--- SEMANTIC NEIGHBORS (5) ---

  Title: Tokaimura nuclear accidents (similarity: 0.1667)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tokaimura_nuclear_accidents
  QID: Q1377385
  Extract: 
The Tokaimura nuclear accidents were two nuclear incidents which occurred near the village of Tōkai, Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. The first accident occurred on 11 March 1997, producing an explosion after an experimental batch of solidified nuclear waste caught fire at the Power Reactor and Nuclear F

  Title: Blue-collar worker (similarity: 0.1176)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Blue-collar_worker
  QID: Q1191714
  Extract: A blue-collar worker is a person who performs manual labor or skilled trades. Originating and used most frequently in the United States, the term 'Blue-collar work' may involve skilled or unskilled labor. The type of work may involve manufacturing, warehousing, mining, carpentry, electrical work, cu

  Title: Agriculturist (similarity: 0.4783)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agriculturist
  QID: Q1781198
  Extract: An agriculturist, agriculturalist, agrologist, or agronomist is a professional in the science, practice, and management of agriculture and agribusiness. It is a regulated profession in Canada, India, Japan, the Philippines, the United States, and the European Union. Other names used to designate the

  Title: LoRaWAN (similarity: 0.2000)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LoRaWAN
  QID: Q19686539
  Extract: LoRaWAN is a low-power, wide-area network (LPWAN) protocol that wirelessly connects battery-operated devices to the Internet. LoRaWAN uses LoRa as the physical layer. LoRa can be thought of as the radio signal technology, while LoRaWAN is the protocol and network architecture that manages communicat

  Title: Weighing scale (similarity: 0.2128)
  URL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Weighing_scale
  QID: Q134566
  Extract: A scale or balance is a device used to measure weight or mass. These are also known as mass scales, weight scales, mass balances, massometers, and weight balances.

model_pass1          : claude-sonnet-4-20250514
model_pass2          : claude-haiku-4-5-20251001
inference_confidence : high
confidence_notes     : Strong confidence based on detailed O*NET task descriptions, comprehensive skill/knowledge profiles, and clear wage/employment data. The emerging drone technology task and hot technology tools provide additional contemporary context for role evolution.
inferred_at          : 2026-06-03T16:06:51.016596+00:00
tokens_input         : 4,635
tokens_output        : 4,245
cost_usd             : $0.046285
wikipedia_used       : False
wikipedia_title      : None
wikipedia_note       : No exact Wikipedia match found for Precision Agriculture Technicians. The closest semantic match was 'Agriculturist' with 0.478 similarity, which covers broader agricultural science professionals but lacks the specific technological focus of this specialized role.

--- PROSE FIELDS ---

ROLE SUMMARY:
Precision Agriculture Technicians apply geospatial technologies including GIS and GPS to optimize agricultural production through data-driven decision making. They collect and analyze field data, develop soil sampling grids, create yield maps, and implement variable-rate applications of inputs like pesticides and irrigation. These technical specialists bridge the gap between modern technology and traditional farming practices to enhance crop productivity and resource efficiency.

DAY IN THE LIFE:
A typical day involves collecting field data using GPS-enabled equipment and sensors to measure soil characteristics, yield patterns, and field boundaries. They spend significant time working with computers to analyze geospatial data, create detailed maps showing crop yields and soil variations, and develop site-specific management recommendations. Much of their work involves calibrating and maintaining precision agriculture equipment such as GPS guidance systems and field sensors. They frequently communicate with farmers and agricultural consultants to interpret data findings and recommend optimal input applications. Documentation and record-keeping of precision agriculture activities forms a substantial portion of their daily responsibilities.

WHO THRIVES:
Individuals who excel in this role typically possess strong analytical thinking abilities and comfort with both technology and outdoor fieldwork. They demonstrate high dependability and attention to detail when collecting and analyzing agricultural data, as small errors can significantly impact farming recommendations. Those who thrive enjoy problem-solving through data analysis and have the patience for methodical field sampling and equipment calibration. Strong communication skills are essential for explaining complex technical findings to farmers and agricultural professionals in understandable terms. The role suits those who appreciate the intersection of cutting-edge technology with traditional agriculture and find satisfaction in using data to improve farming outcomes.

CAREER ENTRY:
Entry typically requires an associate's degree in agriculture, agricultural technology, or related technical field, with 34.8% of professionals holding bachelor's degrees and 30.4% holding associate's degrees. Post-secondary certificates in agriculture, natural resources, or engineering technologies provide another pathway, representing 17.4% of the workforce. Coursework in GIS, GPS technology, agronomy, soil science, and computer applications is highly valuable. Many professionals gain experience through internships with agricultural technology companies, extension services, or progressive farming operations that utilize precision agriculture techniques.

CAREER TRAJECTORY:
Career advancement often leads to specialized roles such as precision agriculture consultants, agricultural technology sales specialists, or agronomists with major agricultural companies. Many professionals advance to management positions overseeing precision agriculture programs for large farming operations or agricultural service companies. Some pursue additional education to become agricultural engineers, soil scientists, or agricultural researchers. Others leverage their technical expertise to start consulting businesses serving multiple farming clients or join agricultural technology companies as application specialists or product development technicians.

MARKET INTELLIGENCE:
The field employs 15,130 professionals nationally with a median annual wage of $49,630 according to BLS OEWS May 2025, ranging from $35,980 to $76,480 for the 10th to 90th percentiles. Geographic wage variation is moderate with Iowa offering the highest wages at $64,070 compared to Oklahoma's $37,840, reflecting regional differences in agricultural intensity and technology adoption. Employment is concentrated in Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services (4,510 positions), Educational Services (3,810 positions), and Wholesale Trade (2,640 positions). The profession benefits from growing adoption of precision agriculture technologies driven by sustainability concerns, input cost optimization, and the need for increased agricultural productivity. Emerging technologies like drone monitoring and IoT sensors are expanding job opportunities and technical requirements.

AUTOMATION OUTLOOK:
The role has moderate automation resilience as core functions require human judgment for data interpretation and field-specific decision making. While data collection increasingly utilizes automated sensors and drone technology, the analysis of complex agricultural patterns and development of site-specific management recommendations requires human expertise and local knowledge that cannot be easily automated.

--- REASONED EDGES ---
  [career_pathway] Agricultural Technicians (19-4012.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Precision Agriculture Technicians represent a specialized branch of the broader Agricultural Technicians occupation with shared foundational skills and knowledge areas.
    data: Same SOC major group 19-4012
    data: Overlapping work activities in data collection and analysis
    data: Similar education requirements
  [knowledge_overlap] Soil and Plant Scientists (19-1013.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Both roles require extensive knowledge of soil characteristics, plant biology, and agricultural production systems for data interpretation and recommendations.
    data: Biology knowledge importance 3.4
    data: Food Production knowledge 3.4
    data: Soil analysis tasks
  [skill_overlap] Agricultural Engineers (17-2021.00) — confidence:high
    reasoning: Shared emphasis on engineering and technology knowledge (3.4 importance) and systems analysis skills for developing precision agriculture solutions.
    data: Engineering and Technology knowledge 3.4
    data: Systems Analysis skill 3.1
    data: Equipment calibration tasks
  [task_similarity] Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians (19-4043.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both roles involve collecting geographical field data, analyzing spatial data, and using GPS technology for coordinate identification and mapping.
    data: Collect geographical field data tasks
    data: GPS coordinate identification
    data: Geospatial data analysis
  [riasec_cluster] Conservation Scientists (19-1031.00) — confidence:medium
    reasoning: Both occupations exhibit strong Realistic (R:6.46) and Investigative profiles focused on scientific analysis and practical application in natural resource management.
    data: RIASEC R:6.46, I:5.40
    data: Environmental data analysis
    data: Natural resource optimization focus

--- NORMALIZER SIGNALS ---
  match_keywords   : ['precision agriculture', 'GPS agriculture', 'GIS farming', 'yield mapping', 'variable rate', 'geospatial agriculture', 'agricultural technology', 'farm data analysis']
  exclude_keywords : ['general farming', 'manual agriculture', 'livestock', 'food processing', 'forestry']
  title_patterns   : ['Precision Ag', 'Agriculture Technician', 'Agronomy', 'GPS Field', 'Precision Agriculture']
  common_variations: ['Precision Ag Technician', 'Agricultural Technology Specialist', 'Crop Data Analyst', 'Farm Technology Technician', 'GIS Agriculture Specialist', 'GPS Agriculture Technician', 'Variable Rate Technician', 'Agricultural Systems Technician']

total_terms    : 40
top_words      : ['others', 'tendency', 'equipment', 'agricultural', 'technology', 'agriculture', 'principles', 'technical', 'precision', 'management', 'soil', 'includes', 'control', 'objects', 'services', 'techniques', 'ideas', 'production', 'maps', 'crop']
source_layers  : onet_tasks | onet_dimensions | dwas | wikipedia | inference

TERM                    COUNT     FREQ  DOMINANT SOURCE      SOURCE BREAKDOWN
──────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────
others                     42  0.01455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:7%  inference:2%
tendency                   42  0.01455  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
equipment                  35  0.01212  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:66%  onet_tasks:14%  dwas:11%
agricultural               23  0.00797  inference            inference:70%  onet_tasks:13%  wikipedia:13%
technology                 21  0.00727  inference            inference:48%  onet_tasks:29%  onet_dimensions:19%
agriculture                18  0.00624  inference            inference:61%  wikipedia:22%  onet_tasks:17%
principles                 16  0.00554  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
technical                  15  0.00520  inference            inference:40%  dwas:33%  onet_dimensions:20%
precision                  14  0.00485  inference            inference:57%  onet_tasks:29%  onet_dimensions:14%
management                 14  0.00485  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:50%  inference:21%  onet_tasks:14%
soil                       13  0.00450  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:62%  inference:38%
includes                   12  0.00416  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
control                    12  0.00416  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
objects                    12  0.00416  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
services                   11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:55%  inference:27%  dwas:18%
techniques                 11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:91%  inference:9%
ideas                      11  0.00381  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
production                 10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
maps                       10  0.00346  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:60%  dwas:20%  inference:20%
crop                       10  0.00346  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:70%  inference:20%  dwas:10%
monitoring                 10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:80%  onet_tasks:10%  inference:10%
problems                   10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  dwas:10%
materials                  10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
resources                  10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
activities                 10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:90%  inference:10%
body                       10  0.00346  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
applications                9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  inference:33%  onet_tasks:22%
analysis                    9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:44%  onet_tasks:33%  inference:22%
developing                  9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:89%  onet_tasks:11%
human                       9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:78%  inference:22%
quickly                     9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
orientation                 9  0.00312  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
gps                         8  0.00277  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:50%  inference:50%
patterns                    8  0.00277  onet_tasks           onet_tasks:38%  onet_dimensions:38%  inference:25%
quality                     8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:75%  onet_tasks:25%
needed                      8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  onet_tasks:12%
needs                       8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
problem                     8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:88%  inference:12%
procedures                  8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%
rules                       8  0.00277  onet_dimensions      onet_dimensions:100%