This minor group comprises technical occupations in life sciences, including biological technologists and technicians, agricultural and fish products inspectors, forestry technologists and technicians, conservation and fishery officers, and landscape and horticulture technicians and specialists. They are employed by governments and government agencies; manufacturers of food products, chemicals and pharmaceuticals; biotechnology, resource, utilities, environmental and other consulting companies; health, research, educational and other institutions; forestry and other industries; landscape designers and contractors, lawn service and tree care establishments, golf courses, nurseries and greenhouses; and municipal, provincial and national parks; or they may be self-employed.