How do they match: Conservation Scientists

  • Advise land users, such as farmers or ranchers, on plans, problems, or alternative conservation solutions.
  • Compute cost estimates of different conservation practices, based on needs of land users, maintenance requirements, or life expectancy of practices.
  • Compute design specifications for implementation of conservation practices, using survey or field information, technical guides or engineering manuals.
  • Plan soil management or conservation practices, such as crop rotation, reforestation, permanent vegetation, contour plowing, or terracing, to maintain soil or conserve water.
  • Revisit land users to view implemented land use practices or plans.

  • Advise others about environmental management or conservation.
  • Advise others about land management or conservation.
  • Research sustainable agricultural processes or practices.