Agronomist (Paddy Seed Production)
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Job Category
Other Agriculture Jobs
Job Type
Permanent/Full Time
Working Experience
5 - 10 Years
Education Level
First Degree
Industry
Agriculture
Salary Range
Not Specified
Qualifications
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5-10 years of relevant working experience
• Must be proficient in diagnostic scientific software
REQUIREMENTS
• Must have a go-getter approach
• Must have determination towards his/her target
• Must be polite with a strong focus on the organization’s ethics and SOPs
• Must be open to learning, understanding and must be a team worker
• Must be young, energetic, flexible, and have the ability to take the organization to new heights.
• Proficient with computers, especially MS Office
• Strong research, decision-making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Must be an active listener, verbal and written communication
Application Deadline
2024-09-07
Description
Our client, an agricultural company is looking for a dynamic, self-motivated, and experienced AGRONOMIST to help with the operations of the company.
ROLE PROFILE
The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing innovative and sustainable production systems to increase agriculture output. He or she will also perform the following duties as well:
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop and implement seed production plans and select and manage seed crops for optimal yield and quality.
- Conduct field trials and experiments to improve seed varieties and maintain detailed records of seed production activities and results.
- Studying plants and soil in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques in order to continually improve crop yield.
- Visit fields to collect plant and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.
- Assist with the seed selection process and the development of planting and irrigation schedules.
- Keep detailed records regarding fields, crops, and samples collected.
- Generate reports and presenting findings to management.
- Devise a storage solution with optimal conditions for storing seeds to ensure their best possible use.
Location Information
Location
Adidome
Region
Volta
Street Address
1st Otswe street