Crop Scout (Row or Hort) -SUMMER 2026 - Central Ontario FS - Elmvale, ON

Central Ontario FS; Elmvale; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company in Ontario is seeking a summer intern for their Agronomy team. The role involves supporting field scouting and documenting observations related to crop health using GPS and satellite imagery. Ideal candidates are pursuing an agriculture-related field of study, enjoy outdoor work, and are eager to learn. Join a team dedicated to improving the profitability of local farmers while gaining valuable experience in agronomy.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in an agriculture-related program with a basic understanding of production agriculture.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Able to walk crop fields and visually inspect crops.

Responsibilities

• Support agronomy field activities and scouting during the summer season.
• Document field observations using IPM techniques.
• Engage with customers and colleagues in growers' fields.

Skills

Business knowledge

Collaboration

Customer focus

Communication

Decision making

Skill development

Education

Enrollment in agriculture-related college or university program

Tools

GPS tools

Satellite imagery

Job description

Overview

Central Ontario FS, a division of GROWMARK, Inc, is a great company to work for—large enough to offer solid career opportunities and great benefits, with a friendly, personal feel. At Central Ontario FS, we specialize in agronomy, energy products and grain marketing. We are driven to deliver innovative solutions to help improve the profitability of our customers and farmer owners. Are you looking to get first-hand, boots on the ground experience in Agronomy? Scouting with Central Ontario FS over the summer is an amazing opportunity to do this.

If you love the outdoors, working independently and are interested in learning about weed ID, crop staging, insects and diseases, this position is for you. Become part of the Agronomy team at Central Ontario FS for a fun, unforgettable summer, from which you will gain experiences that you will take with you throughout your entire career in agriculture.

Use integrated pest management (IPM) techniques, satellite imagery and GPS technology to document notes from the field that include weeds, insects, diseases and other yield-limiting threats. Represent Central Ontario FS on the road and in our growers\' fields. Be curious, ask questions, and get the most out of your summer. We provide you the necessary tools to have a great summer, while growing your knowledge and experience of the agriculture industry.

Responsibilities

• Support agronomy field activities and scouting during the summer season.
• Document field observations related to weeds, insects, diseases and other yield-limiting threats using IPM techniques, satellite imagery and GPS tools.
• Represent Central Ontario FS in growers\' fields and on the road; engage with customers and colleagues to share knowledge and learn.

Requirements

• Normally requires an individual currently enrolled in an agriculture-related college or university program, who possesses a basic understanding of production agriculture.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver\'s license (Full G), a satisfactory driving record, and the ability to travel independently as needed.
• Occasionally exposed or required to work in extreme conditions (hot, cold, wet, etc.).
• Must be able to walk crop fields and conduct visual inspections of crops.
• Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK\'s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position.
• May be required to work extended hours, particularly during peak seasons.

What You Didn\'t Know About Us

• Central Ontario FS is a retail division of GROWMARK, INC. that serves local producers across Central and Southern Ontario. We provide leading-edge agronomic products & solutions, including precision ag services delivered by a skilled team of professionals.
• Our average full-time tenure is 12 years, with 20% of our full-timers having more than 25 years of service.

We are an equal opportunity/Disabled/Protected Veteran Employer. All individuals, regardless of demographic or other background, are encouraged to apply. Further, as a federal, state, and local contractor, we comply with government regulations and executive orders as applicable, including affirmative action responsibilities for qualified individuals with disability and protected veterans.

Employment is contingent on, among other things, receipt of an acceptable and job-related background check, drug test, motor vehicle report, and/or reference check, as applicable and permissible by law.