UPDATED: DECEMBER 2025

Salary Study
Agribusiness Sector 2025

An analysis of gross salary bands for critical roles in Chile. Data collected from real recruitment processes and market reports.

Methodological Note

The values presented correspond to gross monthly salaries in Chilean Pesos (CLP). These bands are indicative and may vary depending on company size (hectares, revenue), specific geographical location, years of experience, and the professional's level of specialization.

Not included: Performance bonuses, commissions, holiday bonuses (aguinaldos), or non-monetary benefits (housing, vehicle, etc.), although these are common in the sector and significantly increase the total compensation package.

Executive & Top Management

Role North Zone Central Zone South Zone
Agricultural General Manager $8.0M - $12.0M+ $9.0M - $14.0M+ $8.5M - $13.0M+
Agricultural / Production Manager $6.0M - $8.5M $6.5M - $9.5M $6.2M - $9.0M
Plant / Packing Manager $5.5M - $7.5M $6.0M - $8.5M $5.8M - $8.0M
Commercial / Export Manager $5.0M - $7.0M $5.5M - $8.0M $5.2M - $7.5M

Middle Management & Department Heads

Role North Zone Central Zone South Zone
Farm Administrator (Senior) $3.5M - $4.5M $3.8M - $5.0M $3.6M - $4.8M
Production / Orchard Head $2.8M - $3.5M $3.0M - $4.0M $2.9M - $3.8M
Packing / Process Head $3.0M - $3.8M $3.2M - $4.2M $3.1M - $4.0M
Quality Assurance Head $2.5M - $3.2M $2.8M - $3.5M $2.7M - $3.4M
Irrigation & Fertigation Head $2.5M - $3.2M $2.8M - $3.5M $2.6M - $3.3M

Field Professionals & Technicians

Role Salary Range (National Average)
Field / Zonal Agronomist $2.0M - $2.8M
Quality / Packing Supervisor $1.5M - $2.0M
Agricultural Technician / Foreman $1.2M - $1.8M
Machinery Manager $1.8M - $2.5M

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