Responsibilities
Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems for clients.
Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.
Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples.
Testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection.
Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.
Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.
Conducting training on products and techniques through educational presentations.
Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.
Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
Requirements
M.Sc Degree in Agronomy, Soil Sciences, Plant Breeding and any agriculturerelated field.
2 -5 years working experiences in Agriculture sector
Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.
Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
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