Agriculture
We carry forward a tradition that feeds families and communities.
Our agriculture is rooted in family tradition, hard work, and a deep responsibility to others. In Hancock County, much of what is grown supports a larger system, fueling animal feed and sustaining food production far beyond our community. Our work comes full circle as livestock becomes the food found in our homes, stores, and restaurants. It’s a cycle built on trust, stewardship, and values—where farmers care for the land, adapt with new technology, and pass knowledge from one generation to the next. We feed communities, support global systems, and carry forward a way of life that matters.
We Cultivate ResourcesBuilt on responsibility—to the land, to the animals in our care, and to others.
It shows up in the work that isn’t always seen: fields cared for season after season, animals raised and monitored with attention and respect, and decisions made with the long term in mind. Much of what is produced here moves on—to feed animals, supply markets, and support food systems far beyond our community—but it all begins with doing things the right way. That includes the essential role of veterinary care, ensuring livestock are healthy, well-managed, and able to thrive.
It’s also rooted in tradition. In Findlay-Hancock County, agriculture is often passed down, learned over time, and shaped by experience. Families work side by side. Neighbors step in when needed. Professionals are trusted partners in that work, helping maintain the health and quality of what is raised.
Our agriculture reflects steady values—care, consistency, and pride in doing the work well. It’s not about recognition. It’s about knowing that what is grown and raised here supports lives, strengthens communities, and carries forward something worth continuing.
The Career Options
Agribusiness
Manage farms, finances, and supply chains to keep agriculture productive and profitable.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
First-Line Supervisor of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers
Farmer, Rancher, and Other Agricultural Manager
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Agricultural Technician
Animal Caretaker
Animal Trainer
Veterinarian
Veterinary Technologist and Technician
Veterinary Assistant
Farmworker and Laborer, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse
Forest and Conservation Worker
Soil and Plant Scientist
Animal & Plant Systems
Raise animals and grow crops.
Water Systems
Manage water to support sustainable food production.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Farm Equipment Mechanic and Service Technician
Farmworker, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals
Agriculture Technology & Automation
Design, maintain, and improve equipment and systems to make farming efficient and sustainable.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Agricultural Equipment Operator
Agricultural Worker
Farm Equipment Mechanic and Service Technician
Grader and Sorter, Agricultural Products
Food Science & Processing
Apply science and technology to process and improve food.
Ohio’s Growing Careers:
Food Processing Worker
Food Scientist and Technologist
Food Science Technician
Precision Agriculture Technician
Meet Some of Our Locals
The opportunities in this career field aren’t somewhere else—they’re already here. From local employers doing meaningful work to education and training programs preparing the next generation, Hancock County (and the greater Northwest Ohio region) offers real ways to explore, learn, and get started.
Choose your direction.
Legacy Farmers Cooperative
Locally owned farmers cooperative, with divisions representing agronomy, grain, fuel & petroleum, and a lawn and pet retail store.
Findlay-Area Operations: Headquarters, Seed Distribution Center, Agronomy, Fertilizer Distribution Center, Country Corner, Fuel Centers
Additional Resources
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Local Exploration Opportunities
Raise the Bar created this one pager to help K-12 students and adults explore careers in agriculture. Resources and opportunities highlighted include local and regional selections.
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Agriculture One-Pager
Advance CTE provides a graphic on current and emerging agriculture careers.
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Agriculture Profile
Advance CTE condenses important labor market information for the agriculture career cluster into this profile document.
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Ohio Farm Bureau
The Ohio Farm Bureau’s website offers resources, experiences, and connections for individuals interested in the agriculture field.
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Ohio 4-H
Ohio 4-H “connects with people in all stages of life, from young children to older adults. We work with families and children, farmers and businessowners, community leaders and elected officials to build better lives, better businesses and better communities to make Ohio great.”
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Ohio State's Ag Centers
The Ohio State University offers numerous agriculture-related centers and programs that show the depth and breadth of the industry.