Agric Technical Officer at Raedial Farms Limited

Raedial Holdings Limited has over the years provided great quality services in different sectors in Nigeria and Africa. Our services cut across all major industries and this has helped us add great value to the society.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Agric Technical Officer

Location: Benin, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Provide complex technical support and advise on aspects of agriculture such as research, production, servicing and marketing
• Provide ready samples for analysis, following appropriate procedures to ensure that they are stored, prepared, and disposed of properly.
• Implement and oversee efficient oil palm cultivation practices, adhering to industry standards and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and support to plantation workers on various tasks, including planting, pruning, fertilization, and pest control.
• Monitor and assess crop health, identifying potential diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Develop and execute integrated pest management strategies to ensure healthy palm trees and high yields.
• Collaborate with plantation management to plan and implement irrigation systems for optimal water management.
• Conduct soil analysis and make recommendations for soil improvement and nutrient management.
• Assist in the development and execution of crop rotation and intercropping strategies to enhance overall farm productivity.
• Mixes soil, sand, and fertilizers according to specifications; prepares insecticide solutions and operates spray equipment on assigned plots and acreage for insect control.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degrees in Agricultural Extension, Agronomy, Crop Production / Protection or relevant fields with 2+ years relevant work experience.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and record-keeping.
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with modern agricultural technologies and tools.
• Experience with curriculum design, particularly for agricultural best practices.
• Ability to Work in remote areas of the farm and be able to work as part of a team.

Remuneration
Accommodation Available.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.