SOC 45-1011
First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers
Risk Score
โ ๏ธ54/100
Elevated
US Employment
๐ฅ29,530
Total workers
Median Wage
๐ฐ$59K
$40K โ $91K
Projected Growth
๐+2.5%
2023-2033 (BLS)
GenAI Exposure
๐ค60/100
High exposure
๐ก First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers face a risk score of 54/100 โ 10 points above the national average of 44. With 60/100 GenAI exposure, this occupation faces significant pressure from AI tools despite strong projected growth. See our methodology โ
๐ก Workers in this field earn $59K ($13K above the national median). The 3 recommended career transitions all maintain competitive wages while reducing automation exposure. Explore transition paths โ
๐ AI Impact Analysis
With a risk score of 54/100, First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers faces moderate automation pressure. While tasks like drone crop monitoring and precision spraying are increasingly handled by AI, the role retains significant human elements. The 29,530 workers in this occupation should focus on strengthening skills in assessing crop health through hands-on field inspection and adapting to variable weather and terrain conditions to stay ahead. The role will likely evolve rather than disappear.
Will AI Replace First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers?
Read our full analysis with verdict, risk factors, safe tasks, and career transition paths โ
โ ๏ธ Top Risk Factors
Drone crop monitoring and precision spraying
AI-driven irrigation and soil analysis systems
Satellite and sensor-based yield prediction models
Robotic sorting and packing of produce
๐ก๏ธ Tasks Safe from Automation
Assessing crop health through hands-on field inspection
Adapting to variable weather and terrain conditions
Managing livestock behavior and welfare
Operating in unstructured and remote environments
๐ Task Automation Breakdown
Based on O*NET task analysis and GenAI exposure scoring. Shows the estimated proportion of this occupation's core tasks that are automatable by current AI, augmented by AI tools, or require essential human skills.
๐ O*NET Task Profile
Assign tasks such as feeding and treatment of animals, and cleaning and maintenance of animal quarters.
Record the numbers and types of fish or shellfish reared, harvested, released, sold, and shipped.
Monitor workers to ensure that safety regulations are followed, warning or disciplining those who violate safety regulations.
Observe animals for signs of illness, injury, or unusual behavior, notifying veterinarians or managers as warranted.
Observe fish and beds or ponds to detect diseases, monitor fish growth, determine quality of fish, or determine completeness of harvesting.
๐ป Technology Skills
Project management software
Accounting software
Data base user interface and query software
Calendar and scheduling software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
๐ Key Knowledge Areas
Administration and Management
Production and Processing
Customer and Personal Service
English Language
Mechanical
๐ vs National Average
National avg: $46K
National avg: 44/100
National avg: 38/100
National avg: 3.7%
๐ Career Transition Paths
| Occupation | Risk | Wage | Overlap |
|---|---|---|---|
| Social Scientists and Related Workers | 21 | $93K | 51% |
| Political Scientists | 25 | $139K | 63% |
| Occupational Health and Safety Specialists and Technicians | 26 | $79K | 61% |