Job title : Agronomist - VOPS Caledon
Job Location : Western Cape,
Deadline : December 13, 2024
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Key Responsibilities: Farmer Engagement: Establish and maintain strong relationships with commercial barley farmers, providing technical guidance on best practices, crop management, and sustainable farming techniques. Experimental Variety Evaluation: Conduct trials to assess the performance of experimental barley varieties, gathering critical data on yield, disease resistance, and adaptability. Analyze results to support decision-making in variety release and commercial farming recommendations. Field Trials & Research: Design, implement, and monitor field trials focused on improving barley varieties, resistance management, and crop yield. Produce reports on trial outcomes to inform strategic decisions. Data Collection, Analysis & Technology Application: Work with large and complex data sets from field trials and crop performance assessments. Utilize modern agricultural technologies to improve data accuracy, generate insights, and drive improved agronomic practices. Crop Management Support: Work directly with farmers on crop planning, planting, nutrient management, irrigation, pest and disease control, and harvest protocols. Training & Knowledge Sharing: Conduct training sessions and workshops for farmers on agronomy practices, new barley varieties, and sustainable agriculture methods. Facilitate knowledge sharing and development within the farming community. Collaboration & Reporting: Work closely with the agronomy team to develop integrated crop management strategies, report progress, and support the delivery of team objectives.
Minimum Requirements: Honors or Master's degree in Agronomy, Plant Science, or a related field preferred. 3–5 years of experience in agronomy, with specific expertise in working with commercial farmers and evaluating experimental varieties. Proficiency in both English and Afrikaans (written and spoken). Valid driver's license and willingness to travel within the Western Cape region as needed. Strong analytical skills, with experience handling large and complex data sets. Experience and proficiency with modern agricultural technologies. Strong understanding of cropping systems requirements and management practices. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with farmers and team members.
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