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Senior Agronomist, Precision Agriculture
Posted 20 days ago
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Key responsibilities include:
- Analyzing soil, crop, and environmental data to provide tailored agronomic recommendations.
- Designing and overseeing the implementation of precision agriculture programs, including variable rate application of inputs (fertilizers, pesticides).
- Advising farmers on best practices for crop selection, planting, irrigation, and pest/disease management.
- Utilizing remote sensing and GIS technologies to monitor crop health and field conditions.
- Evaluating and recommending new agricultural technologies and equipment.
- Conducting field trials and research to validate new techniques and products.
- Providing training and technical support to farmers and agricultural extension workers.
- Analyzing yield data and post-harvest information to refine future strategies.
- Collaborating with research institutions and industry partners.
- Contributing to the development of educational materials and best practice guides.
The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, or a closely related field, with significant experience in precision agriculture. Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, GIS software, and farm management technologies is essential. Excellent communication and presentation skills are required to effectively convey complex technical information to a diverse audience. You should be passionate about sustainable agriculture and eager to drive innovation in the sector. This role offers the flexibility of remote work, contributing to advancements in agriculture within the Eldoret, Uasin Gishu, KE region and beyond.
Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement precision agriculture strategies for diverse crops and farming systems.
- Analyze data from soil sensors, weather stations, satellite imagery, and drone surveys to provide actionable recommendations.
- Advise farmers on optimal planting, fertilization, irrigation, and pest management techniques based on data insights.
- Utilize GIS software for spatial analysis and map creation to support decision-making.
- Evaluate and recommend new precision agriculture technologies and tools for adoption.
- Conduct field trials and research to validate new approaches and technologies.
- Provide technical training and support to farmers and agricultural advisors.
- Monitor crop health and performance, identifying potential issues and recommending interventions.
- Stay current with advancements in agronomy, soil science, and agricultural technology.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists and software developers, to enhance precision agriculture platforms.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of progressive experience in agronomy, with at least 3 years focused on precision agriculture techniques and technologies.
- Proven expertise in utilizing GIS, remote sensing, GPS, and IoT devices in an agricultural context.
- Strong knowledge of soil science, plant physiology, crop nutrition, and pest/disease management.
- Experience with agricultural data management and analysis tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote setting.
- Familiarity with various crop types and agricultural systems relevant to the region is a plus.
- A passion for sustainable agriculture and leveraging technology to improve farming outcomes.
Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
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Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 20 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement customized precision agriculture strategies for various crops and farm operations.
- Analyze and interpret data from various sources, including satellite imagery, soil sensors, weather stations, and farm machinery, to provide actionable insights.
- Advise farmers on optimal planting, fertilization, irrigation, and pest management strategies based on precision data.
- Evaluate and recommend emerging precision agriculture technologies and software solutions.
- Conduct virtual field assessments and diagnostic support using remote sensing data and farmer-reported information.
- Develop training materials and conduct remote workshops for farmers and agricultural professionals on precision farming techniques.
- Monitor crop health and performance using advanced analytical tools and provide timely recommendations.
- Assist clients in the adoption and effective utilization of precision agriculture equipment and software.
- Stay current with advancements in agronomy, soil science, crop genetics, and agricultural technology.
- Contribute to research and development of new precision agriculture tools and methodologies.
- Collaborate with technology partners, research institutions, and internal R&D teams.
- Ensure that recommendations promote sustainable farming practices and environmental stewardship.
- Master's degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, or a related field. A PhD is advantageous.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in agronomy, with a strong specialization in precision agriculture.
- Proven experience in utilizing and interpreting data from precision farming technologies (e.g., GPS, GIS, remote sensing, variable rate application).
- In-depth knowledge of crop physiology, soil fertility, plant nutrition, and integrated pest management.
- Familiarity with agricultural data management platforms and analytics software.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical information into practical advice for farmers.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage client relationships effectively in a remote setting.
- Passion for sustainable agriculture and innovative farming practices.
- Experience in developing and delivering training programs.
Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 19 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive precision agriculture strategies tailored to specific crop types, soil conditions, and environmental factors.
- Analyze and interpret data from various sources, including soil sensors, weather stations, satellite imagery, drone data, and farm management software.
- Utilize GIS and mapping tools to create detailed field maps for variable rate application of fertilizers, pesticides, and water.
- Provide expert recommendations on optimal planting densities, irrigation schedules, pest and disease management, and harvesting timing.
- Advise farmers on the selection and effective utilization of precision agriculture technologies and equipment.
- Conduct field trials and research to evaluate the efficacy of new agronomic practices and technologies.
- Monitor crop health and development using remote sensing and ground-truth data, identifying potential issues early.
- Develop training materials and conduct workshops for farmers and agricultural professionals on precision farming techniques.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to inform the development of new agricultural technologies and software solutions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the latest advancements in agronomy, agricultural technology, and sustainable farming practices.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on farm performance, recommendations, and project outcomes.
- Foster strong relationships with clients, providing ongoing support and guidance.
Qualifications:
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, or a closely related agricultural field.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of practical experience in agronomy, with a significant focus on precision agriculture and data analysis.
- Proven expertise in using GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS), remote sensing platforms, and farm management information systems.
- Strong understanding of soil science, plant physiology, crop nutrition, and pest/disease management.
- Experience with data analysis tools and statistical software.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to a farming audience.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and travel occasionally for field assessments (if required and feasible).
- Familiarity with variable rate technology (VRT) and automated steering systems is essential.
- Knowledge of irrigation scheduling technologies and water management techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret satellite imagery and drone data for agricultural applications.
- Passion for sustainable agriculture and leveraging technology to improve farm productivity.
Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 22 days ago
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Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement precision agriculture strategies for diverse crops and farming systems, focusing on optimizing inputs and maximizing yields.
- Analyze data from various sources, including soil sensors, weather stations, satellite imagery, drone data, and farm management software.
- Provide expert agronomic advice and recommendations to farmers and agricultural stakeholders remotely, utilizing digital communication tools.
- Design and oversee field trials and experiments to evaluate new technologies and agronomic practices.
- Stay abreast of the latest advancements in precision agriculture technologies, data analytics, and sustainable farming methods.
- Educate clients and internal teams on best practices in precision farming and data interpretation.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to inform the development of new agricultural technologies and software solutions.
- Assess farm operations and identify areas for improvement in efficiency, resource use, and environmental impact.
- Contribute to technical documentation, best practice guides, and knowledge-sharing platforms.
- Monitor crop health and growth, providing timely alerts and mitigation strategies based on data analysis.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners in the agricultural sector.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Soil Science, Crop Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in agronomy, with a significant focus on precision agriculture technologies and data analysis.
- Proven experience with agricultural data platforms, GIS, remote sensing, and/or drone technology for agricultural applications.
- Strong understanding of soil-plant-water relationships, crop physiology, and pest/disease management.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex datasets.
- Proficiency in data visualization and analysis tools.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information effectively to diverse audiences in a remote setting.
- Ability to work independently and manage projects effectively from a remote location.
- Familiarity with various farm management software systems.
- A passion for sustainable agriculture and agricultural technology innovation.
Job Location: Mlolongo, Machakos, KE (Remote)
Senior Agronomist, Precision Agriculture
Posted 22 days ago
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Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 22 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement precision agriculture strategies for clients.
- Analyze farm data, including soil, weather, and crop health information, to provide recommendations.
- Advise on optimal fertilizer application, irrigation, and pest/disease management.
- Conduct field assessments, soil sampling, and crop scouting.
- Operate and interpret data from precision agriculture technologies (GPS, sensors, drones).
- Educate farmers and stakeholders on the adoption and benefits of precision farming.
- Evaluate the performance of agricultural inputs and management practices.
- Collaborate with research teams and technology partners.
- Prepare detailed reports and present findings to clients.
- Stay current with advancements in agronomy and agricultural technology.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, or a related field.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in agronomy, with a strong focus on precision agriculture.
- In-depth knowledge of soil fertility, crop physiology, and integrated pest management.
- Proficiency with precision agriculture technologies and data analysis software.
- Experience with farm management software and data visualization tools.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication abilities, with the capacity to explain technical concepts clearly.
- Ability to work independently and manage field activities in a hybrid work model.
- Valid driver's license and willingness to travel for on-site farm visits.
- Passion for sustainable agriculture and technological innovation.
Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 13 days ago
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Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement comprehensive precision agriculture strategies, including site-specific crop management plans.
- Analyze vast datasets from sensors, drones, satellite imagery, and soil sampling to identify trends and provide actionable insights.
- Advise farmers and agricultural businesses on the optimal use of fertilizers, pesticides, irrigation, and other inputs based on data-driven recommendations.
- Evaluate and recommend new agricultural technologies, software, and equipment for precision farming.
- Conduct field research trials to test new agronomic practices and technologies.
- Develop predictive models for crop growth, disease outbreaks, and yield forecasting.
- Provide remote technical support and training to clients on precision agriculture tools and techniques.
- Collaborate with R&D teams to integrate new findings into existing product and service offerings.
- Prepare detailed reports and presentations on agronomic findings and recommendations for stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainable farming practices.
- Stay updated on the latest advancements in agronomy, soil science, and agricultural technology.
- Contribute to the development of educational materials and best practice guides for precision agriculture.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Agronomy, Soil Science, Agricultural Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in agronomy, with at least 5 years focused on precision agriculture.
- Demonstrated expertise in data analysis, statistical modeling, and GIS software (e.g., ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Proficiency with remote sensing data interpretation and agricultural sensor technologies.
- Strong understanding of crop physiology, soil science, and integrated pest management.
- Experience with farm management software and data platforms.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
- Proven ability to work independently and manage projects remotely.
- Experience in training and mentoring junior agronomists is a plus.
- A commitment to sustainable and innovative agricultural practices.
Senior Agronomist - Precision Agriculture
Posted 14 days ago
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