Dispelling that theory is a key part of two information sessions held in Hobart and Launceston hosted by the University of Tasmania this week.

The Careers in Agriculture information sessions were held in Hobart on Tuesday and Launceston on Wednesday to help attract more people into the agriculture industry.

The sessions were aimed at Grades 10 to 12 students who were looking for pathways into the industry.

UTAS student outreach coordinator for the School of Land and Food Jo Jones said both events were at capacity and provided an informal way for students to connect with people in the industry.

The event was organised by the state government and was presented by UTAS and Lincoln University in New Zealand.

Lincoln University is New Zealand's specialist land-based university.

“There is a stereotype about agriculture jobs, we want to dispel the myth that agriculture jobs are about tractors and muddy boots,” Dr Jones said.

Dr Jones said it was important to sell the message that it was science that underpinned the agriculture sector.

The information sessions also showed students all the reasons why they are learning subjects such as biology, chemistry and physics.

“To share with them how these subjects can prepare them for a career in agriculture.”

Skilled agriculture jobs across the spectrum are in demand in Tasmania and in Australia and Dr Jones said recent research indicated there were three jobs available for every agriculture graduate in the country.

“There is need for them right across the board, and it’s not just about university, there are jobs available at TAFE, graduate and diploma level,” she said.

At each information session attendees will hear from representatives from UTAS and Lincoln University, who will give them an idea about what pathways they may take to get to agriculture careers but also the context.

“It’s really interesting to hear that skilled agriculture professionals are in high demand in both countries, there really is a bright future for people with skills in agriculture,” Dr Jones said.

The sessions will feature a talk from the respective universities and then “speed dating” style talks with industry professionals, who will be able to give a background on their careers and answer questions from the students.

The Hobart information session was held Pooley Wines on Tuesday and the Launceston event was held on Wednesday at Franklin House.