Seed Production and Processing Officer at ECOBasic Seed Company Limited

Responsibilities
Field Operations Responsibilities include: 

• Recruitment of suitable growers to ensure the implementation of the production plan and produce high-quality foundation seeds. Confirmation of suitable soil types, seed crop isolation, previous crops, irrigation's facilities, availability of farm equipment, etc.
• Ensure good land preparation practices are implemented before planting seed crops.
• Establish seed crops effectively - check the condition of planting equipment, achieve the correct plant population, follow the recommended planting splits and patterns, check fertilizer placement and ensure proper treatment of seed.
• Register all seed crops with the National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) for certification purposes.
• Perform good agronomic practices for seed crops such as effective management of weeds, pests and diseases to ensure high quality seed and no rejection by the National Seed Regulator.
• Carry out regular inspections of the seed production fields to check on the implementation of good agronomic practices and field seed standards for seed certification purposes.
• Ensure roguing of off types is timely and effectively done by use of descriptors to ensure production of high-quality seeds.
• Strictly monitor detasseling of seed crops to ensure production of high-quality foundation seeds that meet the set standards on genetic purity.
• Ensure cost-effective production through enhance productivity of seed crops.
• larvesting - ensure that the seed crops are harvested at the right moisture content and check for insect ramade.
• Collect production data regarding flowering and silking timings to be used in the production of seed crops. ations and experience:

Operations Responsibilities include:

• Recruitment of suitable growers to ensure the iimplementation of the production plan and produce high-quality foundation seeds.
• Confirmation of suitable soil types, seed crop isolation, previous crops, irrigation facilities, availability of farm equipment, etc.
• Ensure good land preparation practices are implemented before planting seed crops.
• Establish seed crops effectively - check the condition of planting equipment, achieve the correct plant population, follow the recommended planting splits and patterns, check fertilizer placement and ensure proper treatment of seed.
• Register all seed crops with the National Agricultural Seed Council (NASC) for certification purposes.
• Perform good agronomic practices for seed crops such as effective management of weeds, pests and diseases to ensure high quality seed and no rejection by the National Seed Regulator.
• Carry out regular inspections of the seed production fields to check on the implementation of good agronomic practices and field seed standards for seed certification purposes.
• Ensure roguing of off types is timely and effectively done by use of descriptors to ensure production of high-quality seeds.

Requirements

• BSc degree in relevant Agricultural Science. MSc be an added advantage.
• Five (5) years of experience in a seed production role knowledge of seed regulations and certification standards
• Awareness of reglonal harmonized seed laws and policies
• Computer literacy
• Driving License
• A highly proficient level of written/spoken English.
• Performance and results-driven attitude.
• Willingness to work flexibly concerning starting and finishing times.
• Willingness to travel extensively in the field for crop inspections.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and performance-based Incentives.
• Opportunities for professional growth in a rapidly expanding company.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on Nigerian agriculture.