Job prospects Hydroponics Labourer in the Edmundston–Woodstock Region

Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a labour surplus for Nursery and greenhouse workers in the Edmundston–Woodstock Region. There were more workers available than job openings in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Nursery and greenhouse labourers (NOC 85103) in the Edmundston - Woodstock region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to several new positions.
• Not many positions will become available due to retirements.
• High employee turnover in this occupation could lead to additional employment opportunities.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

• A flexible schedule is an asset as work may be seasonal and/or part-time.
• This occupation is physically demanding and may require lots of time spent in a warm area.

Here are some key facts about Nursery and greenhouse labourers in the Edmundston - Woodstock region:

• Approximately 140 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Nursery and greenhouse labourers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Agriculture (NAICS 111, 112, 1151, 1152): more than 95%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology