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Pursuing Careers in the Agri-Food Sector

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      For Job Seekers

      Job seekers keen to pursue a career in the agri-food sector can click here to search for various job openings.

      Job seekers can also find out more about the careers in agri-food sector by making appointment to talk to one of our Agri-food Career Advisors here.

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      Last Updated 04 Jul 2026


        

      Agrifood Sector Skills Framework

      Agrifood Sector Skills Framework was jointly developed by the Singapore Food Agency and SkillsFuture Singapore, together with key stakeholders including employers and institutes of higher learning.  The Skills Framework for Agrifood Sector provides useful information for the Singapore workforce to promote skills mastery and lifelong learning.

      • Career Pathways
      • Job Roles and their Key Tasks and Functions
      • Skills Map

      With the Skills Framework, individuals are equipped to make informed decisions about career choices, as well as take responsibility for skills upgrading and career planning.

      individuals, employers and training providers can find out more about Agrifood Sector Skills Framework at SSG website.

      Training Programmes

      SFA works with Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs) and local farms to develop training programmes that will equip students and adult learners at different stages of their career with skillsets that will lead to a meaningful career in the agri-food sector.

      For Students or Fresh Graduates

      ProgrammeCourse name / Training provider
      Degree
      • Master of Science / Graduate Cert. in Biotechnology programme (Urban Farming Biotechnology) by National University of Singapore

      • Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences (Botany and Aquatic Ecology) by National University of Singapore

      • Bachelor of Engineering in Sustainable Built Environment (Agritech and Aquaculture) by Singapore Institute of Technology

      • Bachelor of Science (Major in Aquaculture Science and Technology) by James Cook University
      Full-Time Diploma
      • Diploma in Environmental & Marine Science by Republic Polytechnic

      • Diploma in Veterinary Technology by Temasek Polytechnic
      Work-Study Programme
      • Work-Study Post-Diploma (Specialist Diploma in Agritechnology and Agribusiness) jointly offered by Republic Polytechnic and Ngee Ann Polytechnic

      • Work-Study Programme (Diploma in Urban Agricultural Technology) by Republic Polytechnic

      • Work-Study Programme (Diploma in Agriculture & Aquaculture Technology) by ITE College East

      For Adult Learners or Mid-Career Switchers

      ProgrammeCourse name / Training provider
      Part-Time Diploma
      • Specialist Diploma in Agritechnology and Agribusiness jointly offered by  Republic Polytechnic and Ngee Ann Polytechnic

      • Specialist Diploma in Aquaculture Management and Technology by Temasek Polytechnic

      • Diploma in Urban Agricultural Technology by Republic Polytechnic
      Career Conversion Programme
      • Career Conversion Programme for Sustainability Professionals by Singapore Business Federation (SBF)
      • Career Conversion Programme for Sustainability Professionals by Singapore National Employers Federation (SNEF)
      Short courses

      Key Courses on Agriculture

      • Agriculture Technology by Republic Polytechnic

      • Agriculture 101 by Republic Polytechnic

      • Agri-Food Tech for Start-Ups by Republic Polytechnic

      • Cultivation of High Value Crop by Republic Polytechnic

      • Nutrient Analysis for Urban Farming Produce by Republic Polytechnic

      • Specifications for Good Agriculture Practice in Singapore Certifiable Courses by Republic Polytechnic
      • Sustainable Urban Farming Technology and Innovation by Temasek Polytechnic 

      • Certificates of Competency for Pesticide Operator by Institute of Technical Education

      • Certificate of Competency in AgriTech (Smart Farming System) by Institute of Technical Education

      • Introduction to Urban Farming by Institute of Technical Education

      Key Courses on Aquaculture

      • Aquaculture as a Career by Temasek Polytechnic

      • Certificate for Singapore Standard 689:2022 Specification for Clean and Green Urban Farms – Aquaculture by Temasek Polytechnic

      • Certificate in SS Good Aquaculture Practices (Local) by Temasek Polytechnic

      • Urban Aquaculture by Temasek Polytechnic

      • Entrepreneurship in Shrimp Farming by Temasek Polytechnic

      • Sustainable Aquaponics Farming by Republic Polytechnic


      Full listing of training courses at MySkillsFuture Portal.

      Get in Touch

      For enquiries on career opportunities in the agri-food sector, please email to SFA_Manpower@sfa.gov.sg.

      Last Updated 04 July 2026

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