1. Employment opportunities NZ Seed Industry Introduction Seeds are the starting point for growing the worlds food requirements. The land available for growing seed is diminishing. Big opportunities for Seed producing countries to capitalize.

2. The NZ Seed Industry NZ recognised as one the worlds best seed producers The value of the seed grown is estimated at NZ $350 million. Many businesses involved, from small commodity trading companies to high tech multi-national corporates. Industry supported by government and industry funded research, regulatory and agency organisations.

3. Employment opportunities The Seed Industry is short of skilled people. Roles advertised recently include: –Grain and Seed Representatives –Crop and Pasture Agronomists –Territory Sales Managers –Marketing Assistants –Research technicians –Seed laboratory analysts The industry requires tertiary qualified people with science degrees, preferably agricultural focused

4. Benefits Tertiary qualified people likely to earn $35,000 – 65,000 starting salary depending on role. Industry offers wide career path to specialise in: –Research, Marketing, Management, Sales, Policy analysis, Regulatory, Finance, Logistics. –Opportunities to work offshore