Agronomist (Top Urgent)

Job Purpose

To research, plan & implement farms’ planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques to improving crop yield.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Develops planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems.

• Develops planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Researches and promotes agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage,
• Assesses crop production of the farm,
• Evaluates and improves seed quality,
• Carries out laboratory tests of soil, seed, and crop samples,
• Performs quality control for seed caliber and soil standards,
• Visits fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples,
• Tests samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes,
• Conduct soil analyses and develop nutrient management plans,
• Recommend and oversee the application of fertilizers, soil conditioners, and other amendments to improve soil health,
• Assists with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection,
• Keeps detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples,
• Generates reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties,
• Performs other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Qualification and Skills

• BSc or MSc in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant science and related fields of studies.

Experience:

• 2 years of relevant experience

Skills:

• Strong research skills,
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Communication skills.