Farm Agronomist - Crop Production

Agronomy Responsibilities:

• Developing better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yield, and solving problems.
• Researching and promoting agricultural strategies to counter the effects of changes in soil, climate, weather, and pest damage.
• 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
• Developing planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Agronomist Requirements:

• Certificate in agronomy, agriculture, or a related field.
• Previous experience in Onion & Tomato farming with exemplary results is preferable
• Further education and experience may be preferred.
• Additional certifications may be required.
• 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.
• Sales and presentation skills.
• Willing to work in Rumuruti/Posta, Laikipia County

Interested applicants may send their CV and a complete cover letter to angaafarm@gmail.com