According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for all economists was $93,070 as of May 2013 (www.bls.gov). The highest paid economists worked in legal services; however, the federal government was the largest employer of economists as of 2013. oversee the business operations of a farm by providing leadership and organization during the production process. From contacting creditors to selecting seeds for the planting season and buying new farming equipment, it is our responsibility to ensure that the production and distribution of produce, grain or livestock abides by government and environmental regulations at the best rate of profit. They may have a number of duties, including selecting and supervising workers, planning a budget, organizing routine maintenance, keeping records and communicating with potential product buyers. Agricultural business managers usually specialize in crops, horticulture or livestock, and these workers may oversee more than one facility.
