Plantation Supervisors at Norsworthy Farms & Agro Allied Industries Limited

Job Summary

• In the agronomist role, you will collaborate with farmers and crop researchers to conduct a detailed analysis of crop data.
• You will be expected to maintain a deep understanding of soil productivity principles and keep tabs on the latest trends and technologies in agronomy.
• Success in this role will be determined by providing valuable insights that lead to solutions that drive higher crop yields.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maximize crop production from a given acreage of soil.
• To maximize a deep understanding of soil productivity, principal and keep tabs on the latest trends and technologies on agronomy.
• To evaluate and improve seed quality and perform experiment to determine and then maximize plant nutrient and soil health.
• To initiate procurement processes of government approved farm supplies such as fertilizer, seed (non-GMO) weed chemicals and pesticides, and take effective management of such supplies when needed.
• To organise and supervise chemical weed and pest controls operation in the farm according to National policy on integrated pest management.
• To prepare activity and technical report on monthly, quarterly, bi-annually, and annually to the organisation.
• Identify an accurate set of targets in terms of crop yield in conjunction with the organisation,
• To understand the implication of the weather and making contingency plans such as planning for irrigation.
• Develop planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.
• Evaluate and improve keeping detailed records regarding fields and crop samples.
• Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing and selection
• Managing teams of scientist while conducting field visit
• To perform quality control for seed calibre and soil standards and assesses crop production of the farm.
• To develop an effective and efficient farming practices, conduct research take and text samples and solve complex agricultural problems.
• To Develop a better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improving crop yields of the farm.
• To generate reports and presenting findings to Management, clients or other interested parties.
• To conduct detailed analysis of crop data presentation
• Research on planning programming and executing measures for maximum for utilisation of lands, labour, capital, sunshine, rainwater, temperature, humidity, Transport and marketing facilities.
• Assisting with the plant sourcing, testing and selection.
• Conduct any other activities as may be assigned by the supervisor.
• Conduct yearly estimation of crop yield.

Qualifications
Required:

• Minimum of a Degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or a related field
• Minimum of four (4) years’ post-NYSC experience in a similar role.
• Experience working in a Palm plantation is an added advantage.

Skills and Competencies:

• Basic Reporting Skills.
• Computer Literacy Skills i.e., Excel, MS Office and High level of integrity and honesty.
• Good Communications and interpersonal skill.
• Team Player and good at time Management and Organizational Skill.
• Initiative, Drive, and ability to work with Minimal supervision.
• Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel and stoop for extended periods