Salary by experience
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| Experience | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 0-2 yrs | CHF 77'971 |
| 3-5 yrs | CHF 76'980 |
| 6-8 yrs | CHF 82'393 |
| 9-11 yrs | CHF 88'615 |
| 12-21 yrs | CHF 94'553 |
| 21+ yrs | CHF 99'099 |
Top HR
Swiss professionsNature & Environment
Fachmann/-frau in biologisch-dynamischer Landwirtschaft BP
You manage farms holistically and produce high-quality Demeter products.
01 · Overview
What this profession is about
You run biodynamic farms, manage soil and animals sustainably, and sell your own produce directly.
Biodynamic farming is about more than just growing crops. You manage a farm holistically and follow natural cycles. Without chemical aids and with great respect for animals, you produce high-quality food. This profession combines practical skills with business thinking and a deep connection to nature.
FieldNature & Environment
Education pathContinuing Education Profession
IndustryAgriculture
Swissdoc 0.130.28.0
02 · Salary
What you can earn
✓ Strong salary match
Salaries reflect Swiss market data. Range covers entry to senior. Salary reference based on Specialist Consolidation & Reporting (IFRS). Based on 7,752 observations, updated 7 months ago.
Salary trend
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| Period | Salary (CHF) |
|---|---|
| 2014-2016 | CHF 85'650 |
| 2017-2019 | CHF 83'037 |
| 2020-2022 | CHF 82'898 |
| 2023-2025 | CHF 87'055 |
Top earning cantons
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| Canton | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Glarus | CHF 109'200 | 19 |
| Zug | CHF 93'664 | 228 |
| Aargau | CHF 91'000 | 242 |
| Schaffhausen | CHF 90'000 | 39 |
| Solothurn | CHF 90'000 | 79 |
| Zurich | CHF 88'890 | 1,314 |
Top paying industries
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| Industry | Salary | Obs. |
|---|---|---|
| Medical Technology | CHF 99'400 | 64 |
| Chemicals / Pharmaceuticals | CHF 95'000 | 245 |
| Utilities | CHF 91'000 | 70 |
| Insurance | CHF 89'850 | 170 |
| Information technology / Telecom | CHF 88'400 | 257 |
| Consumer / Luxury goods industry | CHF 87'990 | 176 |
03 · Pathway
How to enter and grow
Swiss training pathway available in the full profile
- 🎓 Fachmann/-frau in biologisch-dynamischer Landwirtschaft mit eidg. Fachausweis
Official education path
The main path is a four-year full-time training at a working farm combined with school blocks to earn the federal professional certificate.
Typical training path
Fachmann/-frau in biologisch-dynamischer Landwirtschaft mit eidg. Fachausweis
Prerequisites
- 4 years of professional practice in agriculture
- At least 3 years of professional practice on an organically managed farm
- At least 2 years of professional practice on a Demeter-certified farm
- Required module completions or equivalency certificates
Requirements
- Interest in natural cycles
- Strong environmental awareness
- Willingness to work irregular hours
- Commitment and resilience
Where this can lead
Career changers are possible if you have recognized agricultural basic training and several years of practice on an organic farm.
04 · Skills & fit
What it takes
Required skills
- Environmental awareness
- Business thinking
- Resilience
- Team leadership
Personality fit
- Swiss career path
- Career transition
- Professional growth
05 · Daily reality
What the work feels like
Typical day
In the morning, you check the soil for natural fertility and tend the crops without chemical additives. In the afternoon, you lead the team during harvest and prepare the goods for sale.
- You manage arable land and pastures sustainably without chemical pesticides.
- You make natural fertilizers from medicinal plants and compost yourself.
- You keep livestock in a species-appropriate way and produce most of their feed yourself.
- You plan daily tasks and lead your staff effectively.
- You handle processing and direct sales.
- You run the farm holistically and follow natural rhythms.
Working conditions
You usually work on your own or rented biodynamic farm. Alternatively, you work for organic farming organizations, anthroposophical institutions, or nurseries.
Where to learn
- Schweizerischer Demeter Verband GeschäftsstelleKrummackerweg 9, 4600 Olten
- Genossenschaft Biodynamische Biodynamische Ausbildung SchweizOchsengasse 8, 8462 Rheinau
Strengths
- Environmental awareness
- Business thinking
- Resilience
- Team leadership
Trade-offs
- Weather dependency
- Physical strain
- Business risk
- Irregular hours
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