Field Agronomist

Job Description

A large and progressive farm operation is seeking a Crop Scout / Field Agronomist to support crop production across row crop and vegetable acres. This role focuses on monitoring crop health, identifying potential issues, and supporting farm managers with agronomic insights throughout the growing season.

Responsibilities

• Conduct crop scouting across row crop and vegetable fields
• Monitor crop development, plant health, and field conditions
• Identify pests, diseases, weed pressure, and nutrient deficiencies
• Perform soil sampling and plant tissue sampling for agronomic analysis
• Prepare and organize soil samples for submission to agronomy labs
• Assist with soil test interpretation and agronomic recordkeeping
• Maintain crop scouting reports and field records
• Communicate field observations and potential crop issues to farm managers
• Support fertility planning and crop management decisions
• Assist with agronomy data collection and field mapping

Qualifications

• Degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Plant Science, Agriculture, or related field preferred
• Experience with crop scouting, soil sampling, agronomy, or farm production strongly preferred
• Familiarity with soil testing procedures and agronomic lab processes
• Knowledge of row crops, vegetable crops, plant nutrition, and crop health indicators
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions
• Strong observation, communication, and recordkeeping skills
• Ability to work independently in a field-based role

Additional Details

• Full-time, year-round position within a professional agricultural production environment
• Significant time spent in the field during the growing season
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience in large-scale crop production and agronomic management
• Competitive compensation based on experience

Please submit your resume to be considered. Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990.

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