Current Conditions

Your work prospects are rated LIMITED because:

	Employement grew at a below-average rate.
	Hourly wages ($10.67) are below the average ($18.07), and the rate of wage growth is close to the average.
	The unemployment rate (11%) is above the 2004 average (7%).

Work Prospects

How the ratings are determined.

Outlook To 2009

Your work prospects will continue to be LIMITED because:

	The employment growth rate will likely be below average. The consolidation of farms, technological innovation, and low prices for agricultural products will likely continue to slow the demand for workers.
	The retirement rate will likely be below average, and the number of retiring workers should not contribute significantly to job openings.
	The number of job seekers will likely exceed the number of job openings.

Preparing for the Competition

Your chances of employment will increase if you upgrade your technology skills/knowledge of specialized livestock.