Junior Agronomist

FarmWell; Spalding; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary 30k-35k

Mentoring

Field research exposure

Career progression

Key team member

Job summary

FarmWell invites applications for a Junior Agronomist to join its Agronomy & Innovation team in the UK. This newly created role offers hands-on training, field-based exposure to commercial potato production, and a clear path to becoming a crop specialist.

You'll work alongside experienced agronomists, visit growers, collect data, assess crop performance, and contribute to variety trials, quality improvement, and sustainability projects in real farm environments.

Qualifications

• Genuine passion for crop production and a long-term career in agronomy.
• Some experience working with crops, agriculture, horticulture, fresh produce, or field trials.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Visit grower crops alongside experienced agronomists.
• Assist with crop assessments, monitoring health, and yield potential.
• Support trials and data collection for variety development.
• Record observations and help communicate findings to the team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Independent work

Teamwork

Flexible & adaptable

Education

BASIS training

Job description

Looking to build a career in agronomy with one of the UK's most important crops?

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading fresh produce business seeking a Junior Agronomist to join its Agronomy & Innovation team.

This is a newly created role designed to support the next generation of agronomy talent. Working alongside highly experienced agronomists, you'll receive hands-on training, exposure to commercial crop production, and the opportunity to develop into a respected crop specialist.

If you're passionate about agriculture, enjoy working outdoors, and want a career that combines science, problem-solving, crop production, and field-based research, this could be the perfect next step.

The Opportunity

This is not a desk-based role.

You'll spend much of your time out in the field visiting growers, monitoring crops, collecting data, assessing crop performance, and supporting a variety of agronomy and innovation projects.

Working closely with the Agronomy Manager and Head of Agronomy & Innovation, you'll become involved in both the practical and technical aspects of crop production, helping to support growers while contributing to variety trials, quality improvement initiatives, and sustainability projects.

No two days are likely to be the same.

One week you could be assessing potatoes in field trials and collecting crop data. Another may involve crop monitoring visits, test digs, post-harvest assessments, or analysing trial results and sharing findings with the wider team.

What You\'ll Be Doing

Crop Monitoring & Agronomy Support

• Visit grower crops alongside experienced agronomists
• Assist with crop assessments and agronomy recommendations
• Monitor crop health, development, yield potential, and quality
• Support growers in achieving premium crop specifications

Trials & Innovation

• Assist with the planning, planting, monitoring, and harvesting of field trials
• Support variety development programmes
• Collect, record, and analyse trial data
• Help evaluate new technologies, growing practices, and crop improvement opportunities
• Communicate findings to technical, commercial, procurement, and customer teams

Harvest & Post-Harvest Assessment

• Carry out crop sampling and test digs
• Assess crop quality before and after harvest
• Wash, grade, inspect, and record trial and commercial crop samples
• Support post-harvest analysis and reporting

Data & Reporting

• Record trial observations and field data accurately
• Assist in analysing and interpreting agronomic results
• Generate reports that support grower decision-making and future crop improvements

About You

We\'re looking for someone with a genuine passion for crop production and a desire to develop a long-term career in agronomy.

You may be:

• An Assistant Agronomist
• Trials Technician
• Graduate Crop Scientist
• Farm Technician
• Crop Technician
• Agricultural Graduate
• Junior Grower

Someone with practical farming or fresh produce experience looking to move into agronomy

This role will suit someone who enjoys practical work and doesn\'t mind getting their boots dirty.

You'll spend considerable time outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions, carrying out crop monitoring, trial work, sampling, and assessments.

There will also be some office-based work involving data analysis, reporting, and planning, but this is very much a role for someone who enjoys being in the field.

You'll Ideally Have:

• An interest in agronomy and commercial crop production
• Some experience working with crops, agriculture, horticulture, fresh produce, or field trials
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
• A willingness to learn and develop technical expertise
• Good communication skills
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A flexible and adaptable approach

Experience with potatoes would be beneficial, but it\'s not essential. Candidates with experience in other crops or agricultural sectors are encouraged to apply.

BASIS & Development

Candidates who are currently studying towards BASIS, recently qualified, or looking to undertake BASIS training are particularly encouraged to apply.

For the right individual, support can be provided to help further your professional development and technical qualifications.

What\'s on Offer?

• £30,000 - £35,000 salary
• Mentoring from experienced agronomists
• Exposure to commercial crop production and field research
• Long-term career progression within agronomy
• Varied and rewarding role with real responsibility
• Opportunity to become a key member of a growing technical team