What are some careers in botany?

Careers/Jobs that deal with plants (botany) and chemistry?

• I'm a second year bachelor student studying chemistry at a state university. I'm curious if there are careers or jobs available that involve plants and chemistry, specifically those in research that would allow me to spend some time outdoors or maybe in a greenhouse. I'd really appreciate anyones experiences or help. Thank you. :)

• Answer:

  Agricultural chemistry focuses on chemical compositions and changes involved in the production, protection, and use of crops and livestock. It seeks to control and understand the processes by which humans obtain food and fiber for them-selves and feed for their animals. Agricultural chemists work with food producers to increase yields, improve quality, and reduce costs. They also study the causes and effects of bio-chemical reactions related to plant and animal growth, seek ways to control these reactions, and develop chemical prod-ucts that provide help in controlling these reactions. Chemical products developed to assist in the production of food, feed, and fiber include herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, plant growth regulators, fertilizers, and animal feed supplements. www.careercornerstone.org/.../chemistr…