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Agronomy Advisor
Agronomy Advisor
Our Agronomy Advisor will work one-on-one with each customer helping them to define their goals, spot issues in their fields, to make substantial improvements to their operation in that year and over time. They will scout fields throughout the season to identify and mitigate problems. To do this they may need to take tissue, soil, or pest samples. Once the season concludes, they will work with the customer to recommend changes centered around the customer’s goals to reduce the likelihood of the same issues happening again in the following year. In addition, they will be responsible for soil sampling, scouting North 40 Ag contracted seed fields, and performing site visits at seed customers operations.
The best candidate for this position will enjoy working outside. They will have an eye for detail and an analytical mind to decipher what and how issues occurred in the field. Effective listening and communication skill are required. Customers need to be comfortable to convey their concerns about their operation to their Agronomy Advisor, who can effectively convey easy to understand recommendations. A strong work ethic and passion for learning are a must.
North 40 Ag is more than a place to work. It is a family where we come together to meet mutual goals. Your ideas have a direct impact on the company, but also effect Montana agriculture and our clients. We believe strongly there is always more to learn and value continuing education. We support opportunities to improve your knowledge through various education methods. As a small company we all have the chance to help with all aspects of the company. It keeps work interesting and it is great to be able to work independently and on a team. North 40 Ag’s mission is to “Grow a community with agriculture to improve lives.” We genuinely want to help people, and with our background and passion for agriculture, we have the opportunity to improve the lives of our clients, our employees, and the consumers of their products.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
- Create daily scouting, fertilizer, chemical, irrigation, and seed recommendations and reports
- Soil sampling and reporting
- Crop rotation planning
- Scouting Pioneer client fields
- Scouting the quality of our contracted seed
- Personal relationship building with current and potential customers
- New customer recruitment and sales
- Follow‐up with customers via phone and in person
- Implement trials to expand knowledge of items working in the region.
- Maintain good knowledge base of cover crop seed and implementation
- Understand and continually learn about regenerative agriculture principles
- Plan, attend, and speak at field days, roundtables, workshops, tradeshows, etc. to directly interact with our customers.
- Develop informational emails and articles
- Other duties as necessary
Qualifications:
- Currently have Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) certification or will obtain within the first year
- Self-confidence and ability to make decisions
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to work with conventional, organic, and regenerative farmers and ranchers.
- Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods
- Ability to work independently and with teams
- Motivation to continue learning
- Effective communication skills both verbal and written
- Organization and time management skills are critical
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office‐ Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Dropbox, and Google Docs) and ability to expand
- Valid Driver’s License
Experience:
- Agronomic experience required
- Familiarity with soil health practices of cover crops, no-till, crop rotation, grazing, holistic resource management, etc.
How to Apply:
- Application is a downloadable PDF below.
- Please send application to llee@north40ag.com with the Subject Line: AGRONOMY ADVISOR APPLICATION.
Application closes August 17, 2020.
“Grow a community with agriculture to improve lives.”
Agronomy Position Application