Working with a Farm Equipment Dealer

SAE:

Description:

Working with a farm equipment dealer is a great opportunity for the student interested in the areas of Agriculture Mechanics to gain knowledge and skills associated with agricultural equipment and repair, sales and service, public relations, and record keeping.

The student could be employed through Agribusiness work-study and/or after school hours. Employment in this area can enhance the skills taught in the Agriculture Mechanics curriculum.

Proficiencies related to this area could be a follow-up both in placement and in entrepreneurship.

Written by Von Peavy, 2002

Factors To Consider	Ranking: 1 = lowest 10 = highest
Time required	10
Investment	2
Equipment needed	2
Skills required	5
Facilities required	1
Land required	1
Labor Intensity	10
Potential for income	10
Transportation required	5
Expansion possibilities	10
Expertise needed	5
Advertising needed	1
Susceptible to disease	N/A
Susceptible to insects	N/A
Suitable for residential areas	N/A
	Other (specify)
Length of production cycle	Year Round
Regional	Statewide
When to start project	Anytime

Notes:

The student would reinforce and develop skills and knowledge taught in the Agriculture Mechanics curriculum. Placement in the farm equipment industry could lead to ample opportunities in FFA participation and in future employment in the industry.