Job For Agronomist at Dreamfield Farm Resorts

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Dreamfield Farm Resorts, is recruiting suitably qualified candidates to fill the position below:

Job Title: Agronomist
Location: Osun

Job Description
What responsibilities will I have?

Ensure accurate knowledge or reliable referrals to make recommendations to growers to achieve efficient crop production
Ensure that application of seeding, fertility and pesticide occurs when weather conditions are optimal
Gather, compile, analyze and interpret test results and prepare progress reports
Analyze crop claim issues as necessary
Document field evaluation of seed, chemical, specialty products and fertilizers
Provide agronomic training for staff responsible for sales and marketing
Assist with agronomic budgeting and cost monitoring
Interact with suppliers, applicators and agronomy laboratories
Soil sample fields including multiple depth sampling, sampling by geo-reference and multiple site sampling in the event of changes in soil texture
Manage field trials, plant physiology and irrigation practices
Remain up to date on crop nutrition and protection technology
Create and administer an animal/crop/fruits/Vegetables cultivation and rotation schedule that ensures continuous use of farm land with fallow processes incorporated where necessary; such schedule shall include consideration for (where possible) the following desired farm animals, fruits and vegetables:Kale, Spinach, Lettuce, Oregano, Parsley, Thyme, Tomato, Green and Red Pepper, Watermelon, Pineapple, Banana, Plantain, Oranges, Lemon, Lime, Moringa, Carrots
Scout customer fields for weed, insects, disease and nutrition issues

Requirements
What education and training required:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Agronomy or a related field is required to become an agronomist.
It is also advised that you receive and maintain your Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV’s to: hr@dreamfieldfarmresorts.com

Application Deadline 30th April, 2018.

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