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Career Barriers in Agricultural Engineering

Agricultural and Biosystem Engineering (ABE) is considered one of the most vital professions in solving complex problems and creating ideas to benefit communities. However, ABE graduates have difficulties finding careers in the field and face competition from other engineering fields. Employers also tend to prefer younger candidates. Additionally, ABE is still lacking recognition in the country despite laws aimed at strengthening the profession. ABE engineers play an important role in addressing issues like increasing food production to meet growing population demands while preserving resources and the environment.

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Career Barriers in Agricultural Engineering

Agricultural and Biosystem Engineering (ABE) is considered one of the most vital professions in solving complex problems and creating ideas to benefit communities. However, ABE graduates have difficulties finding careers in the field and face competition from other engineering fields. Employers also tend to prefer younger candidates. Additionally, ABE is still lacking recognition in the country despite laws aimed at strengthening the profession. ABE engineers play an important role in addressing issues like increasing food production to meet growing population demands while preserving resources and the environment.

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In conclusion Agricultural and Biosystem Engineering considered one of the most vital

professions in the world, it solves complex AB engineering problems and creates unique ideas

that will benefit the entire community. Based on the five (5) graduates that have been

interviewed, their current job are aligned in the field of AB engineering, yet it needs to exert

great endeavor and lot of time in order to find a career that will certainly apply and develop the

fundamental principles and knowledge that they have gained throughout the entire college years

in the field of ABE. Based on the five respondents they encountered competitions in other

engineering fields, instead of AB engineer are being employed in that position, they

acknowledged other engineering fields in that kind of work position. Respondents stated that the

ABE field is lack of recognition and appreciation in the country, though there is a law, the R.A

10915 (an act strengthen, modernizing and aligning the practice of ABE in the country into

internationally recognized) still that is not sufficient to be known the ABE profession in different

variation of workplace. On the other hand, the rapid growth of population is one of the most

challenging parts in the field of Agricultural and Biosystem Engineering, as it increases its

number, the agricultural land is being converted into industrial and residential areas, which

incline to decrease the productivity of the farm products that can lead to the market scarcity, as

one of the scopes of ABE is to uphold the food security, the farm productivity must be increased

exponentially to meet the day-to-day necessities of every individual, using the modern

technologies, machineries, and equipment’s are very significant to sustain the farm power.

Based on the information gathered, most of the graduates of AB engineer at the age of

45 above now, are experiencing struggles in looking for a job, because employer mostly

chooses the age at 20-30, which sometimes tends to lose their enthusiasm in the field of ABE.
At the end, Agricultural and Biosystems engineers are have unique knowledge of

mathematics, biological and physical sciences, and engineering principles to solve problems

relating to the production, handling, and processing of biological materials for food, feed, fiber

and fuel; the preservation of natural resources and environment quality; and the design and

production of machine systems. It can serve a broad range of career interests and can provide

excellent career opportunities for everyone from diverse backgrounds. ABE is not just a

profession or a work instead it stands at the crossroads of the past and the future with a heavy

responsibility towards increasing agricultural productivity to feed the growing population

considering not only the country but rather the whole world.

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ABE integrates knowledge from mathematics, biological, and physical sciences, combined with engineering principles, to tackle problems related to biological material production for food, feed, fiber, and fuel. It also involves the preservation of natural resources and environmental quality, as well as the design and production of machine systems. This multidisciplinary approach enables ABE to address wide-ranging challenges, such as increasing agricultural productivity and sustainability .

Law R.A 10915 is designed to strengthen, modernize, and align ABE practice with international standards, aiming to raise the field's profile. However, it is perceived as insufficient because, despite the legal framework, ABE still lacks awareness and recognition across different workplaces, inhibiting broader acceptance and understanding of its importance .

The diversity of career opportunities in ABE appeals to candidates from various backgrounds due to its interdisciplinary approach. It offers roles in design, production, environmental management, and agricultural productivity, making it attractive to individuals with interests in these areas. This broad scope supports the application of ABE skills in multiple industries .

Modern technology supports ABE's mission to uphold food security by enhancing farm productivity and efficiency. Advanced machinery and equipment allow for more efficient use of resources and increased yield, thereby addressing the challenge of feeding an ever-growing population in the face of decreasing agricultural land .

ABE is crucial for addressing global food security as it stands at the intersection of past agricultural practices and future innovations. By increasing agricultural productivity through the application of modern technologies, machinery, and equipment, ABE aims to meet the dietary needs of a growing population, ensuring sustainable food production practices on a global scale .

Rapid population growth poses a major challenge to the practice of ABE. As the population increases, agricultural lands are being converted into industrial and residential areas, leading to decreased farm productivity. This shift exacerbates the problem of market scarcity. ABE's role in this context is to enhance food security by exponentially increasing farm productivity, utilizing modern technologies to sustain farm power .

Competition from other engineering disciplines significantly impacts ABE careers as positions well suited for ABE graduates are often filled by engineers from other fields. This competitive disadvantage arises partly from a lack of awareness and recognition of the value ABE professionals bring, causing a misallocation of opportunities and potential underemployment in the sector .

ABE professionals face significant challenges in career opportunities and field recognition. Despite being vital, with ABE solving complex problems and benefiting the community, there is a lack of recognition and appreciation in the country. The R.A 10915 law aims to modernize and align ABE practice internationally, yet it remains insufficient to make ABE well-known across various workplaces. Additionally, ABE graduates encounter competition from other engineering fields, with positions being filled by non-ABE engineers .

Older ABE graduates, particularly those over 45, experience difficulties in finding employment due to a preference by employers for younger candidates aged 20-30. This age-related bias can lead to a loss of enthusiasm for the field among older graduates and affect their career trajectories negatively, potentially resulting in underemployment or a shift to related industries .

ABE aligns with global sustainability goals by focusing on the preservation of natural resources, improving agricultural productivity sustainably, and minimizing environmental impacts. Through engineering innovations, ABE supports ecological balance and resource management, crucial for long-term environmental health and food security .

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