Before, the profile of the agronomist was that of a plant producer, oriented to the sale of knowledge about the industry. Now, it is focused on decision making that directs a specialized project on the needs required in the field of agricultural production; he is a professional committed to his environment. The specialist formulates, plans and develops sustainable agricultural projects; prepares, projects, faces problems related to production and designs solution strategies. Another characteristic of this profession is to implement new educational approaches as well as new strategies for market competition.
Agronomy, unlike other branches of engineering, must stand out in the field of research and the environment, as well as bring order to the processes of production, commerce, and management. It should not be forgotten that technological advances have led to the search for new academic profiles that work in the improvement of natural resources, food regeneration and plant safety.
Some of these new essential characteristics for new-age agronomists that experts agree on are:
Skills and aptitudes (values):
Technical competencies:
The agronomist of the new era is the one who will succeed in linking the countryside with the city in order to address the root causes of migration, even avoid it; improve agricultural productivity in a sustainable way to meet the growing demand; have contact with and respect for nature; turn his attention to the past by using technological resources to make food systems more efficient, inclusive and resilient; and finally, improve income-generating opportunities in rural areas.