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Horticulturist / Plant Specialist

Also known as: Horticulture Manager, Plant Scientist, Botanical Specialist, Greenhouse Manager, Nursery Manager

AI Impact Score

32/100

AI and precision horticulture tools are transforming plant care through automated irrigation, disease detection via computer vision, and climate-controlled growing environments. Horticulturists who adopt these tools increase productivity significantly.

$38k – $72k

Salary Range

growing

Growth Outlook

55,000

Total Jobs (US)

+7%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (3)

Routine watering schedulesBasic pest identification (visual)Data logging and record keeping

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

AI-powered plant disease and pest diagnosisAutomated irrigation and climate controlYield prediction and growth modelingPrecision nutrient management systems

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Plant selection and breeding decisionsLandscape design and consultationComplex disease managementCustomer education and consultationResearch and new variety development

Current Skills

Plant Physiology and IdentificationSoil Science and NutritionPest and Disease ManagementPropagation TechniquesIrrigation Systems

Future-Proof Skills

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA)Precision Irrigation and Fertigation SystemsPlant Disease AI Diagnostic ToolsSustainable and Regenerative Horticulture