Agronomy Manager

Barfoots of Botley; Pagham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural company is seeking an Agronomy Manager to enhance crop performance and sustainability. You will oversee day-to-day agricultural activities, collaborate on trials, and ensure compliance with legislative regulations. Candidates must possess relevant degrees and certifications alongside strong communication skills. This role offers opportunities for personal development and participation in sustainable practices.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

24/7 Online GP access

Life Assurance

Employee Assistance Program

Development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent level qualification in relevant subject.
• BASIS and FACTS certificates are required.
• Strong communication and numerical skills are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Planning of crop husbandry, chemical, and fertiliser management.
• Conducting agronomic research to improve crop yields.
• Collaborating with chemical and seed suppliers on trials.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Strong literacy and numerical skills

Conversant in MS Office applications

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant subject

BASIS Certificate

FACTS Certificate

Member of the Professional register

Job description

Overview

The Role

With preparations underway for the new season ahead, we have an exciting opportunity for a committed and enthusiastic individual to join our busy Farm Team. As Agronomy Manager at Barfoots, you will be responsible for improving crop performance through cost effective yield increase, maintaining harvest product quality whilst promoting modern processes as well as maintaining sustainability with due care for the environment.

Reporting to the Farm Director, you will be responsible for the day-to-day activities in designated areas, including crop protection nutrient management, problem solving and ensuring all legislative regulation is complied with. Candidates will also need to implement and maintain IPM programs, spray plans liaising with the Farm Teams as appropriate.

Location: Sefter Farm, PO21 3PX.

Key duties and responsibilities will include:

• Planning of Crop Husbandry, Chemical and Fertiliser
• Create an agricultural chemical and fertiliser budget
• Plan application usage for all crops
• Update PPPI’s and food expert’s database in a timely manner
• Create a nutrient management plan
• Write deployments for digestate as and when necessary
• Produce risk and spreading maps for liquid and fibre digestate where needed
• Ensure the audit requirements are kept up to date. (Assured Produce, ACCS, Leaf, Global Gap)
• Effective management of the chemical and fertiliser stores including monthly stock takes
• Oversee weed, pest, and disease management strategies
• Conduct agronomic research to improve crop yields
• Staying updated with advancements in agronomy
• Develop and manage agronomy budgets and forecasts
• Implement new precision farming techniques
• Collaborate with chemical and seed suppliers on trials and future developments
• Crop walking and writing recommendations for all crops, chemicals and fertilisers

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent level qualification in relevant subject
• BASIS Certificate
• FACTS Certificate
• Member of the Professional register
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong literacy and numerical skills
• Conversant in the use of MS Office applications, email
• Attention to detail
• Full UK Driving licence

Why Work for Barfoots?

• Investors In People Silver Award status
• Company pension scheme
• 24/7 Online GP access
• Life Assurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Benefits Platform
• Development opportunities
• Discounted leisure membership
• Discounted vegetable box scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free onsite parking
• Approved training centre for Highfield qualifications
• Rapidly growing company
• Committed to Sustainability