Ruminant Nutrition & Management Advisor

Nieuwland Feed & Supply Ltd; Drayton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned company in Drayton, Ontario, is seeking a Ruminant Nutrition and Management Advisor. The role involves providing expert advisory services focused on animal health and nutrition while working closely with clients and industry partners. Candidates should have a strong animal science background and skills in livestock production advisory, with competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Company vehicle and travel allowance

Professional development opportunities

Company paid extended health care and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Life insurance

Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ruminant nutrition and health.
• Experience in livestock advisory services.
• Ability to conduct feed audits and ration formulation.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-farm advisory services focused on ruminant nutrition and health.
• Conduct feed audits and forage quality assessments.
• Assist in product development and customer alignment.

Skills

Experience in dairy and beef production systems

Experience in commercial or technical advisory role

Familiarity with precision livestock technologies

Strong understanding of ruminant physiology

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

University degree or diploma in Animal Science, Agriculture or related field

Job description

Our company is a Canadian family-owned business located in Drayton, Ontario. We are an integral partner in the Ontario and livestock and grain businesses where we provide farm producers with innovative nutritional services and quality products to enable their economic growth.

We are seeking a knowledgeable and passionate Ruminant Nutrition and Management Advisor to provide expert support and technical guidance to farmers, feed partners and internal teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in animal science, particularly in the nutrition and health of ruminants. You will work closely with clients and on-farm influencers to optimize animal performance, health and profitability.

Job Description :

• Provide on-farm advisory and management services to clients focused on ruminant nutrition, health, and productivity.
• Conduct feed audits, ration formulation, and forage quality assessments.
• Provide science-based research and solutions to clients.
• Maintain current knowledge of market trends, research, and innovations in ruminant health and nutrition.
• Assist in product development and on farm demonstrations, ensuring alignment with customer needs and scientific standards.

Required Skills :

• Experience in dairy and beef production systems.
• Experience in a commercial or technical advisory role in the livestock feed industry.
• Familiarity with precision livestock technologies and data interpretation.
• University degree or diploma in Animal Science, Agriculture or related field.
• Experience in ruminant nutrition or livestock advisory services.
• Strong understanding of ruminant physiology, nutrition, and farm management practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to travel regularly to clients and to perform client building activities.

Benefits :

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Company vehicle and travel allowance.
• Professional development opportunities and continuous training.
• Collaborative work environment and support from industry experts.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovation in sustainable livestock production.
• Company paid extended health care, vision, and dental benefits
• RRSP matching
• Life insurance
• Employee Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Salary is negotiable

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