Agricultural and Fish Products Inspectors perform some or all of the following duties:

• Inspect fish, meat, grain, crops, and produce for quality, safety, and regulatory compliance
• Monitor sanitation standards in food-processing and seafood facilities
• Prepare inspection and regulatory-compliance reports
• Grade grain shipments and oversee fumigation procedures
• Certify seed crops, plant products, and export goods
• Enforce quarantine, treatment, and biosecurity measures
• Verify handling, storage, and transportation systems
• Support food-export certification and inspection programs

These are the typical employment requirements and benefits associated with this occupation in Canada:

• Completion of secondary school is required.
• A college diploma or bachelor’s degree in agriculture, biology, chemistry, or food science is often required.
• Several years of experience in farming, fisheries, or food-processing operations may be required.
• In-house or government inspection training is typically provided.
• Government roles may require higher academic qualifications and certifications.
• Many positions offer stable employment, benefits, overtime pay, and career advancement opportunities.