Agronomist

Key Responsibilities and tasks:

• Plan and implement experimental strawberry cultivations, ensuring crop quality aligns with trial objectives.
• Maintain comprehensive records of growing operations, including planting schedules, yield metrics, and crop quality assessments
• Ensure operational excellence of the farm, monitor performance and report anomalies
• Observe and scout crops for quality, pests, deficiencies and document findings
• Collect agronomic data using designated tools, technologies, and databases to support ongoing research

Required Profile:

• HBO or bachelor’s degree in Agronomy or Horticulture, preferably with 2-4 years of working experience in the field
• Strong verbal and written communication abilities in English
• Verbal and written communication abilities in Dutch are a plus
• Strong background in research and/or production of soft fruits, preferably strawberries
• Knowledge of plant physiology, pest and disease management, and cultivation techniques
• Familiarity with climate control systems and environmental monitoring tools in controlled-environment agriculture, preferably producing strawberries is essential
• Competence in using agricultural software and digital farm management platforms
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
• Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability to rapidly evolving agricultural technologies
• Experience working in a research environment, open to combining classical growing methods with innovative and experimental approaches
• Passion for sustainable agriculture and commitment to continuous learning and improvement

Job Category:Reporting to Head of R&D

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