Dreamfield Farm Resorts, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:
Job Title: Agronomist
Location: Osun
Job Description
What responsibilities will I have?
- Ensure accurate knowledge or reliable referrals to make recommendations to growers to achieve efficient crop production
- Soil sample fields including multiple depth sampling, sampling by geo-reference and multiple site sampling in the event of changes in soil texture
- Manage field trials, plant physiology and irrigation practices
- Scout customer fields for weed, insects, disease and nutrition issues
- Ensure that application of seeding, fertility and pesticide occurs when weather conditions are optimal
- Gather, compile, analyze and interpret test results and prepare progress reports
- Analyze crop claim issues as necessary
- Document field evaluation of seed, chemical, specialty products and fertilizers
- Provide agronomic training for staff responsible for sales and marketing
- Assist with agronomic budgeting and cost monitoring
- Interact with suppliers, applicators and agronomy laboratories
- Remain up to date on crop nutrition and protection technology
- Create and administer an animal/crop/fruits/Vegetables cultivation and rotation schedule that ensures continuous use of farm land with fallow processes incorporated where necessary; such schedule shall include consideration for (where possible) the following desired farm animals, fruits and vegetables:Kale, Spinach, Lettuce, Oregano, Parsley, Thyme, Tomato, Green and Red Pepper, Watermelon, Pineapple, Banana, Plantain, Oranges, Lemon, Lime, Moringa, Carrots
Requirements
What education and training required:
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Agronomy or a related field is required to become an agronomist.
- It is also advised that you receive and maintain your Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification.
Application Closing Date
30th April, 2018.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV's to:
[email protected]