Functions:

An Agronomist is to experiment and plan studies to improve crop yields; and to develop methods to control weeds and pests to keep crops disease‐free.

Job Responsibilities:

• Studying plants and soil in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting
  techniques, improve crop yield, and solve problems facing the agriculture industry.
• Researching, developing, and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate, and weather or prevent damage from pests.
• On the fields daily basis to collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for
  nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
• Assisting with the plant selection process and the development of planting and irrigation
  schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Keeping detailed records regarding fields, crops and misc.
• Generating reports and presenting findings to management, inter‐dept or other interested
  parties.
• Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations.
• Other tasks assigned and required by the Company.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Biotechnology, or related field
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.
• Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.
• Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.
• Candidates with 1 year working experience added advantage, fresh graduate are encouraged to apply.