Your tasks
- Plan and supervise planting, cultivation, fertilization, irrigation, and harvesting activities.
- Monitor crop growth and overall field performance.
- Develop fertilizer and soil-management programs.
- Identify and manage pests, weeds, and crop diseases.
- Maintain accurate records of farm inputs, crop performance, and production activities.
- Recommend improved farming techniques to increase productivity and reduce production costs.
- Supervise and train farm workers on proper crop-management practices.
- Ensure good agricultural practices and farm safety standards are followed.
Requirements
- Minimum of 1 year of practical experience in agronomy, crop production, or farm management.
- Degree, HND, or relevant qualification in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, Soil Science, or a related field.
- Good knowledge of crop cultivation, soil preparation, fertilizer application, irrigation, pest and disease management.
- Ability to identify crop diseases, nutrient deficiencies, and pest problems and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Experience with farm record-keeping and production planning.
- Ability to supervise farm workers and ensure proper implementation of farm activities.
- Must be hardworking, responsible, observant, and able to work with minimal supervision.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
