Agronomist

Responsibilities:

• Develop crop production plans and planting schedules.
• Select appropriate crop varieties based on soil type, climate, and farm objectives.
• Plan and manage fertilizer programs, irrigation schedules, and pest management strategies.
• Supervise field operations, including land preparation, planting, spraying, irrigation, and harvesting.
• Ensure field workers follow proper agronomic procedures and farm SOPs.
• Monitor crop growth stages and field performance and adjust practices when required.
• Conduct soil assessments and recommend soil improvement strategies.
• Develop and implement soil nutrition and fertilization programs.
• Monitor crop health and identify nutrient deficiencies, pests, diseases, or weed issues.
• Recommend and oversee appropriate pest, disease, and weed control measures.
• Ensure safe and responsible use of fertilizers, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs.
• Maintain accurate records of planting dates, fertilizer applications, pesticide use, irrigation schedules, and harvest data.
• Track input usage and analyze crop performance to improve productivity.
• Submit crop production reports to the Operations Manager with the CEO copied.
• Recommend required agricultural inputs such as seeds, fertilizers, and crop protection products.
• Coordinate with the Storekeeper to ensure the timely availability of inputs.
• Ensure crop production activities comply with farm SOPs, safety procedures, and operational standards.
• Promote sustainable farming practices and efficient use of farm resources.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3–5 years of practical experience in crop production, field agronomy, or farm management.
• Experience supervising field workers or farm labor teams is preferred.
• Strong understanding of soil fertility, crop nutrition, irrigation practices, and pest and disease management.
• Knowledge of safe and effective use of fertilizers, herbicides, pesticides, and other agricultural inputs.
• Understanding of crop production planning and field operations.
• Ability to maintain accurate farm records and crop production reports.
• Ability to analyze crop performance and recommend improvements.
• Basic computer literacy for reporting and documentation.
• Strong observational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work in field environments and supervise farm labor.
• Good communication and coordination skills.