In Brazilian Agribusiness, Agricultural Technicians Can Earn R$ 40,000 per Month, More Than Many University-Graduated Agronomists, Depending on Experience and Results Delivered

Written by Bruno Teles

Published on 01/09/2025 at 14:13

No agronegócio brasileiro, técnicos agrícolas podem ganhar R$ 40 mil por mês, mais do que muitos agrônomos com diploma universitário, dependendo da experiência e resultados entregues.

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Salary Difference Shows That Experience, Upgrading, and Delivered Results Matter More Than the Diploma in Various Fields.

The Brazilian agribusiness has brought to light a debate that divides opinions: agricultural technicians can reach salaries of up to R$ 40 thousand per month, surpassing the earnings of many agronomists with university degrees. This finding was highlighted by the speaker Lucas Siqueira, who pointed out the growing appreciation of practice, experience, and the delivery of results in the sector.

The example of a plant in Guaíra (SP) illustrates the situation well: the agricultural manager is a technician, responsible for leading a team mainly composed of agronomists. At 55 years old, he continues to participate in courses, lectures, and field days, proving that constant upgrading is a decisive factor in remaining relevant.

Diploma Opens Doors, But Does Not Guarantee Permanence

According to reports from professionals, the salary difference is significant: while some agricultural technicians earn R$ 40 thousand monthly, there are agronomists limited to salaries of R$ 5 thousand in similar roles. This disparity highlights that the diploma may facilitate the start of a career, but growth depends on dedication and concrete results.

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Technical Training Versus University Education

Technical agricultural courses last between 1.5 and 3 years, compared to 5 years for a degree in Agronomy. This aspect makes technical training more accessible and quicker, allowing professionals to enter the market early. However, multinational companies and agricultural input firms often require a university degree for strategic positions, limiting some opportunities for technicians.

On the other hand, once in the sector, performance becomes the determining factor. Practical experience, the pursuit of upgrading, and networking carry more weight in career advancement than just academic training.

What Companies Are Looking For Today

According to agribusiness entrepreneurs, the ideal profile is not just about the title. Character, honesty, discipline, and technical capability are fundamental criteria in hiring and retaining talent. Increasingly, companies use practical tests, internal training, and field monitoring to evaluate whether the professional can generate value.

This shift in mentality reveals a scenario where the university diploma has lost its exclusivity as a criterion for advancement. The agribusiness rewards those who solve problems and increase results, whether they are engineers or agricultural technicians.

The technological advancement in agribusiness—with drones, sensors, management software, and precision agriculture—opens doors for professionals of different levels of education. What defines success is the ability to adapt and deliver efficiency.

In summary: the diploma opens doors, but does not guarantee permanence. Agribusiness increasingly values those who transform knowledge into productivity, regardless of the title.

And you, do you believe that agricultural technicians will be even more valued in the coming years, or will the university diploma continue to be decisive? Leave your opinion in the comments.

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In Brazilian Agribusiness, Agricultural Technicians Can Earn R$ 40,000 per Month, More Than Many University-Graduated Agronomists, Depending on Experience and Results Delivered

Salary Difference Shows That Experience, Upgrading, and Delivered Results Matter More Than the Diploma in Various Fields.

Diploma Opens Doors, But Does Not Guarantee Permanence

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