Potato Trials Officer

MorePeople

Spalding

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 35,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from experienced agronomists

Exposure to commercial crop production

Long-term career progression

Varied and rewarding role with real责任

Opportunity to become a key member of

BASIS development support

Job summary

MorePeople is seeking a Junior Agronomist/Trials Officer in the UK to join its Agronomy & Innovation team. This newly created role offers hands-on training, exposure to commercial crop production, and a clear path to becoming a crop specialist.

You will work outdoors, visiting growers, collecting data, and supporting trials and sustainability initiatives. Working with experienced agronomists and the Agronomy Manager, you will gain practical field experience, perform crop monitoring, data

Qualifications

Genuine passion for crop production and agronomy.
Experience with crops, agriculture, horticulture, or field trials is desirable.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.

Responsibilities

Visit grower crops with experienced agronomists and provide crop assessments.
Assist with planning, monitoring, and data collection for field trials.
Support variety development programmes and trial data analysis.
Communicate findings to technical and commercial teams.

Skills

Agronomy interest

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Ability to work outdoors

Independent and team work

Education

BASIS training (encouraged)

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/Trials Officer 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 specificationsTrials & Innovation

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.

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