Job satisfaction is likely the most studied work-related attitude and is
assumed to influence a variety of behaviors. This study analyzes the job
satisfaction of agricultural employees using Herzberg's theory, which is
broadly employed in management. Fourteen horticultural businesses
participated in case studies of labor-management practices. Fifteen
nonsupervisory employee interviews were analyzed regarding job satisfaction.
Components of job satisfaction relevant to horticultural employees were
family-business values, achievement, recognition, work itself, involvement,
personal life, interpersonal relationships, job security, supervision,
working conditions, organization, safety, compensation, and information.
While support for Herzberg's theory is weak, it is useful for classifying
employees' attitudes.