Job prospects Potato Farmer in the Edmonton Region

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Over the past few years (2021-2023), there was a major labour shortage for Managers in agriculture in the Edmonton Region. There were far more job openings than workers available to fill them in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Managers in agriculture (NOC 80020) in the Edmonton region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment growth will lead to a few new positions.
• Several positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.
• Due to the seasonal nature of this occupation, employment opportunities tend to be more favourable during the summer months.

Here are some key facts about Managers in agriculture in the Edmonton region:

• Approximately 2,510 people work in this occupation.
• Managers in agriculture mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Agriculture (NAICS ultur): 80%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology