Agronomist

About the Job

Job Purpose

To research, plan & implement farms’ planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques to improving crop yield. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Develops planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems.

  • Develops planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
  • Researches and promotes agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage,
  • Assesses crop production of the farm,
  • Evaluates and improves seed quality,
  • Carries out laboratory tests of soil, seed, and crop samples,
  • Performs quality control for seed caliber and soil standards,
  • Visits fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples,
  • Tests samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes,
  • Conduct soil analyses and develop nutrient management plans,
  • Recommend and oversee the application of fertilizers, soil conditioners, and other amendments to improve soil health,
  • Assists with the plant sourcing, testing, and selection, 
  • Keeps detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples,
  • Generates reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties, 
  • Performs other duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

About You

Qualification and Skills

  • BSc or MSc in Agronomy , Horticulture , Plant science and Related fields of studies.

Experience:  

  • 2 years for BSc
  • 0 year for MSc

Skills:

  • Strong research skills,
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Communication skills.

Required Skills

  • Action planning
  • Adaptability

How To Apply

Applicants who fulfill the above-mentioned criteria could submit detailed curriculum vitae along with supporting documents/credentials accompanied by cover letter addressing hr@kerchanshe.com with the subject line of “Agronomist” from October  23,2024 up to October 30,2024