Horticultural Consultant Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a Horticultural Consultant:

A degree in agriculture, earth sciences, environmental science, horticulture, plant and soil science, plant biology.
Excellent communication skills, selling ability, initiative and tact
A high level of competence in project management, to meet agreed deadlines and operate within agreed budgets
Business awareness and a practical approach to problem solving
An awareness of the problems encountered in commercial horticulture and/or the leisure and amenity industry
Knowledge of practical solutions to environmental and conservation issues
An interest in, and awareness of, the environmental and sustainability agenda and its implications
A full driving licence.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Horticultural Consultant skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific Horticultural Consultant roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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