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As of Aug 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for agribusiness finance in the United States is $70,370.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,000.00 and $77,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Agribusiness Finance professionals typically analyze financial statements, create budgets and forecasts, evaluate loan applications, and assess the financial health of agricultural clients. They work closely with farmers, producers, and agribusiness companies to develop tailored financial solutions, such as loan packages or investment strategies. Daily tasks may also include monitoring market trends, preparing reports, and collaborating with other finance or risk management teams. This role involves a balance of desk work and field visits, allowing for direct client interaction and hands-on understanding of agricultural operations.

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An Agribusiness Finance job involves managing financial transactions, risk assessments, and investment decisions for agricultural businesses. Professionals in this field analyze market trends, secure funding, and optimize financial strategies to support farm operations, food production, and agribusiness ventures. They often work for banks, financial institutions, or agribusiness companies, ensuring profitability and sustainable growth in the agriculture sector. Strong knowledge of finance, economics, and agricultural markets is essential in this role.

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Success in Agribusiness Finance requires strong analytical abilities, financial acumen, and a solid understanding of agricultural markets, supported by a degree in finance, accounting, or a related field. Familiarity with financial modeling software, accounting platforms like QuickBooks or SAP, and sometimes professional certifications such as CFA or CPA is highly valued. Excellent communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to build relationships with clients and stakeholders set top performers apart. These capabilities are crucial for accurately assessing financial risks, optimizing business strategies, and supporting the growth of agribusiness clients in a dynamic industry.

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An agribusiness finance degree prepares individuals for careers such as agricultural loan officers, financial analysts, farm managers, commodity traders, and agribusiness consultants. These roles often require strong financial analysis skills, knowledge of agricultural markets, and familiarity with industry-specific tools and regulations.
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Lecturer - Agribusiness

Clemson University

Clemson, SC • On-site

Full-time

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The Department of Agricultural Sciences (AS), within the College of Agriculture, Forestry, and Life Sciences (CAFLS) at Clemson University, is seeking to fill a faculty position at the Lecturer level in Agricultural Business. Clemson's Agribusiness Program is a growing program with over 140 undergraduate students. The department offers an undergraduate degree in Agribusiness and a M.S. in Agricultural and Applied Economics. The Lecturer will help teach the undergraduate curriculum that focuses on the application of economic analysis to decision problems in agriculture, agribusiness, finance, and natural resources economics. The Agribusiness program currently has nine tenure-track faculty. This is a non-tenure 9-month appointment position, with the possibility of promotion to senior and principal lecturer.
Clemson University is a Land Grant university located on the shores of Lake Hartwell within view of the Blue Ridge Mountains in the Upper Piedmont of South Carolina, USA. The 1,400-acre campus is part of the 18,000 acres of University Farms and Forests devoted to teaching and research. Clemson University is consistent ranked among the nation's top 25 public universities by U.S. News and World Report.
General Duties and Responsibilities:
Instructional responsibilities include developing and teaching undergraduate courses in fields associated with agribusiness and agricultural economics. The teaching load will include three to four undergraduate classes per semester. Specific courses that the lecturer will teach are: Agricultural Economics (AGRB 2020), Agriculture and Society (AGRB 2050), Marketing (AGRB 3090), and Agricultural Sales (AGRB 3510). The successful candidate will also be required to supervise internships and help grow the major through recruitment and student retention activities. The successful candidate can teach summer school courses for additional compensation.
Qualifications
The minimum required qualifications are an M.S. in agricultural business, agricultural economics, agricultural sciences, or a related field. Strong knowledge of the subject matter taught in undergraduate agricultural economics and agribusiness courses is required. Successful candidates must have a strong commitment to quality teaching, excellent communication skills, and desire to teach and mentor undergraduate students. Previous experience in agricultural production, agricultural business management, agricultural finance, agricultural marketing, and/or agricultural sales is preferred. This position provides the opportunity to pursue a Ph.D. while developing instructional skills.
Application Instructions
Please submit the following requirements to the Interfolio link: http://apply.interfolio.com/127297: (1) a letter of interest with applicant's contact information; (2) contact information for three references; (3) a one-page teaching philosophy; (4) an unofficial transcript from all degree-granting institutions (BS, MS, Ph.D. (if applicable)); and (5)curriculum vitae. Applicants may request their candidacy remain confidential during the initial review process.
To ensure full consideration, please submit materials by August 5, 2024. The position will remain open until an appropriate candidate is found. Review of applications will begin on August 12, 2024. This position will remain open until filled. We anticipate interviews beginning the week of September 1st.
The desired starting date is January 1st, 2025.
If you need any additional information, please contact:
Dr. Michael Vassalos, Chair
Agribusiness Faculty Search Committee
Email: mvassal@clemson.edu
Phone: (864) 656-2439

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