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Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 21 days ago
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Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 21 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive crop management strategies to maximize yield and quality.
- Conduct soil testing and analysis to determine nutrient deficiencies and recommend appropriate fertilization programs.
- Monitor crop health, identify pests and diseases, and recommend integrated pest management (IPM) solutions.
- Advise on planting schedules, irrigation techniques, and harvesting methods.
- Evaluate and recommend new crop varieties, seeds, and agricultural inputs.
- Conduct field trials and research on new agronomic practices and technologies.
- Educate farmers and agricultural staff on best practices in crop production and sustainable farming.
- Analyze agricultural data to identify trends and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Ensure compliance with relevant agricultural regulations and environmental standards.
- Contribute to the development of sustainable land management plans.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Soil Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in agronomy, crop science, or agricultural extension services.
- Proven experience in developing and implementing effective crop management plans.
- Strong knowledge of soil science, plant physiology, pest and disease management, and fertilization.
- Familiarity with precision agriculture techniques and relevant technologies (e.g., GPS, sensors, drones).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and research skills.
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects in a remote environment.
- Passion for sustainable agriculture and agricultural development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned Agronomist to contribute their expertise to a leading agricultural enterprise, benefiting from a fully remote work arrangement. Our client fosters a supportive and collaborative remote work culture. If you are dedicated to advancing agricultural practices and ensuring food security through sustainable means, we encourage you to apply. This role, though remote, is connected to agricultural initiatives in the **Meru, Meru, KE** region.
Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
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Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
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Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 12 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive crop management plans for various agricultural produce, focusing on maximizing yield and quality.
- Conduct soil analysis and recommend appropriate fertilization and irrigation strategies based on scientific data.
- Monitor crop health, identify potential disease and pest outbreaks, and implement effective control measures.
- Advise on best practices for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
- Research and evaluate new agricultural technologies, crop varieties, and farming techniques.
- Provide technical guidance and training to farm managers and field staff.
- Manage experimental plots to test new products, varieties, and cultivation methods.
- Analyze crop performance data and prepare detailed reports on findings and recommendations.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable agricultural practices.
- Collaborate with research institutions and industry experts to stay abreast of advancements in agronomy.
- Assist in budget planning for agricultural inputs and resource management.
- Oversee the implementation of crop protection programs.
- Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in agronomy, with a strong focus on crop management.
- Proven expertise in soil science, plant pathology, entomology, and crop physiology.
- Experience with various crop types relevant to the region.
- Knowledge of precision agriculture techniques and technologies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to train and influence others.
- Proficiency in relevant agricultural software and data analysis tools.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to various farm locations.
- Experience in a hybrid work setting, balancing field and office duties.
Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 6 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive crop management plans tailored to specific soil types, climates, and crop varieties.
- Conduct field research and trials to evaluate new crop varieties, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation methods.
- Analyze soil and crop health data to identify nutrient deficiencies, diseases, and pest infestations, recommending appropriate solutions.
- Advise farmers and agricultural professionals on best practices for planting, cultivation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
- Monitor crop growth, yield, and quality, providing timely recommendations for optimization.
- Research and promote sustainable farming techniques, including integrated pest management (IPM) and organic farming methods.
- Develop and deliver training materials and workshops on agronomic principles and practices.
- Collaborate with research institutions and agricultural organizations to stay abreast of the latest advancements in agronomy.
- Prepare detailed reports on field observations, research findings, and recommendations.
- Provide expert consultation on irrigation systems, soil conservation, and land management.
- Master's or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Plant Science, Soil Science, Agriculture, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in agronomy, with a strong focus on crop production and management.
- In-depth knowledge of crop physiology, soil science, pest management, and plant pathology.
- Proven experience in designing and conducting agricultural research trials.
- Familiarity with modern farming technologies and precision agriculture techniques.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey technical information to diverse audiences.
- Experience in developing and delivering training programs.
- Ability to work independently, manage projects effectively, and maintain detailed records in a remote setting.
- A passion for sustainable agriculture and improving crop yields.
Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 6 days ago
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Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 4 days ago
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- Developing and overseeing implementation of strategic crop management plans tailored to various crops and soil types.
- Conducting soil analysis and providing recommendations for fertilization and soil health improvement.
- Monitoring crop health, identifying diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies, and recommending integrated management solutions.
- Advising farmers and agricultural businesses on best practices for planting, irrigation, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
- Researching and evaluating new agricultural technologies, crop varieties, and sustainable farming methods.
- Analyzing field trial data and crop performance metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Developing and delivering training materials and workshops for agricultural professionals and farmers.
- Collaborating with research institutions and industry partners to stay at the forefront of agricultural science.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant environmental regulations and sustainable agriculture standards.
- Providing expert consultation on irrigation systems, water management, and soil conservation techniques.
Qualifications include a Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Science, or a closely related field. A minimum of 5-7 years of practical experience in agronomy and crop management is required. Proven experience in remote agricultural consulting and data analysis is a strong advantage. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills are essential. Familiarity with GIS and remote sensing technologies for agricultural applications is desirable. The ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and effectively communicate findings to diverse audiences in a remote setting is critical. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced agronomist to contribute to the advancement of sustainable agriculture.
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Senior Agronomist - Crop Management
Posted 2 days ago
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- Developing and implementing comprehensive crop management plans tailored to specific crops and environmental conditions.
- Conducting detailed soil analysis to determine nutrient deficiencies and recommend appropriate fertilization strategies.
- Monitoring crop health, identifying pests and diseases, and recommending integrated pest management (IPM) solutions.
- Advising on planting schedules, irrigation techniques, and harvesting methods to maximize yield and quality.
- Evaluating and introducing new crop varieties, farming technologies, and sustainable agricultural practices.
- Managing experimental trials to test new fertilizers, pesticides, and crop management techniques.
- Providing training and guidance to farm staff on best agronomic practices.
- Maintaining detailed records of crop performance, input usage, and environmental data.
- Collaborating with researchers and external agricultural experts to stay updated on the latest advancements.
- Ensuring compliance with relevant agricultural regulations and environmental standards.
- Analyzing farm data to provide insights and recommendations for operational improvements.
- Conducting regular field inspections to assess crop progress and identify potential issues.
Candidates should possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Crop Science, or a related field, with a minimum of 5-7 years of experience in crop management and agricultural production. A strong understanding of plant physiology, soil science, entomology, and plant pathology is essential. Experience with precision agriculture technologies and data analysis tools is highly desirable. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills are required to effectively advise farm managers and staff. This on-site role is based in the heart of agricultural innovation near Kitale, Trans-Nzoia, KE .