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How much do advanced ag protection jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for advanced ag protection in the United States is $57,272.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,000.00 and $63,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an advanced ag protection?

An Advanced Ag Protection job involves safeguarding crops, livestock, and farmland from threats like pests, diseases, and environmental hazards. Professionals in this role use advanced techniques, technology, and regulations to ensure sustainable and efficient agricultural production. Responsibilities may include monitoring pest populations, applying protective treatments, and advising farmers on best practices. This role is essential in maintaining food security and protecting agricultural investments.

What are the primary day-to-day responsibilities in an advanced ag protection role?

In an Advanced Ag Protection position, your day typically involves monitoring crops for pest threats, implementing protective treatments, and analyzing data to improve pest management strategies. You may also collaborate closely with farmers, agronomists, and regulatory agencies to ensure compliance and promote sustainable practices. Writing reports, coordinating with product providers, and staying up-to-date on the latest research and technologies are common weekly tasks. This role requires a blend of fieldwork and office-based analysis to deliver optimal results and protect valuable agricultural assets.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the advanced ag protection position, and why are they important?

To thrive in Advanced Ag Protection, you need expertise in pest management, crop science, and environmental safety, typically backed by a degree in agriculture or a related field. Familiarity with integrated pest management (IPM) software, GPS-guided application systems, and appropriate state or federal certifications is often required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication are essential soft skills for this position. These competencies are crucial for ensuring optimal crop yield, regulatory compliance, and sustainable agricultural practices.

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Infographic showing various Advanced Ag Protection job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 80% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,272 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

2027 Summer Internship - Facility Operations

Innovative Ag Services Seasonal

Waukon, IA

$14.25 - $18.75/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description


Innovative Ag Services is accepting applications for their 2027 Facility Operations Summer Internship Program. IAS is proud to recruit talented individuals that will be a good fit for us now and as future leaders in agriculture. IAS is confident in having the capabilities to provide the tools and resources to students to learn the ins and outs of a cooperative, as well as assisting with solidifying their career paths within the agricultural sector.

Innovative Ag Services is a full service farm cooperative offering a complete line of supplies and services to meet all of your farm needs. We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and building supply markets. Our 30 locations are located throughout northeast and central Iowa, and southwest Wisconsin. IAS ranks as one of the Top Agricultural Cooperatives in Iowa.

Primary Objective: To gain “hands on” knowledge and experience in multiple areas of agriculture business while providing the company with operations abilities in a safe, effective manner for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

Day to day operational duties with possible training opportunities in one or more of the following areas:

  • Operating crop nutrient and crop protection mixing and blending facilities; utilization of work orders and field maps.
  • Preventative maintenance and repair of location equipment and facilities.
  • Distribution of farm supply products from IAS facilities to the customer; learn dispatching techniques used.
  • Warehouse orderliness, housekeeping, and inventory control techniques and procedures.
  • Accompany and perform custom application practices and techniques of agronomy products including precision technology.
  • Crop scouting techniques and procedures with crop advisor or crop scouting intern.
  • Marketing of Innovative Advanced Solutions with a member of the IAS Agronomy Advisor Team.
  • Participation in precision ag technology installations with a IAS Precision Ag Tech.
  • Grain facility operations of both truck and rail houses including receiving, blending, and load out procedures.
  • Weighing, probing samples of, and grading grain per industry standards.
  • Learning about grain origination, settlement, and merchandising at location and/or grain merchandising offices.
  • Counter sales and store operations experience.
  • Participation in company safety training and practicing safety policy & procedures in all assigned tasks.

Requirements Include:

  • Ability to obtain Class A or B CDL with hazmat endorsement or minimally a seasonal CDL; MVR must pass IAS insurance guidelines.
  • Strong people skills, good phone etiquette, follows directions, meets deadlines.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  • Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Also trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.
  • Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.