Agronomist at Terrapalm Limited

Description

• We are expanding and seeking a skilled Agronomist to support ongoing farm development, crop management, and smallholder outreach programs.

Position Overview

• The Agronomist will play a key role in driving high-yield oil palm production, improving farm practices, supporting plantation operations, and delivering technical assistance to smallholder farmers.
• This role is well-suited to early- to mid-career professionals with hands-on agricultural experience and strong knowledge of tropical crop production, especially oil palm.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement agronomic plans to support plantation establishment, crop management, and yield improvement.
• Conduct field assessments and soil surveys, guiding fertilizer schedules, crop nutrition, and pest/disease control programs.
• Work closely with plantation teams to monitor farm performance, analyze crop growth, and identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide training, technical support, and ongoing extension services to smallholder farmers within the TerraPalm network.
• Support nursery management, seedling quality control, and planting programs.
• Maintain accurate agronomic data, field records, and yield performance tracking.
• Assist in developing sustainable land use policies, regenerative farming practices, and compliance with environmental standards.
• Conduct trials, demonstrations, and continuous improvement projects on farm technologies and input optimization.
• Collaborate with management to ensure farm activities align with business objectives and operational targets.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Extension, or a related field.
• 2 - 7 years of professional experience in plantation crops, industrial farming, or similar agricultural operations (oil palm experience preferred).
• Strong understanding of crop physiology, soil management, crop nutrition, and integrated pest and disease management.
• Hands-on experience with field data collection, monitoring, and analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with rural farming communities and deliver farmer training or extension services.
• Good organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to work in field environments, travel to farm sites, and manage multiple tasks independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation (N100,000 - N150,000 / Month) and growth opportunities.
• A mission-driven workplace focused on environmental sustainability, innovation, and community impact.
• Opportunities to shape the future of responsible palm production in Nigeria.