Field Executive - Network Farming Operations

Urban Farms, Inc.; Ahmednagar; On-site; INR 150,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Urban Farms, Inc. in Maharashtra, India, seeks a Field Executive to drive farmer onboarding, engagement and network expansion in the assigned region. You will educate farmers on regenerative practices and coordinate with CoE and Planning teams.

The role requires a Graduate in Agricultural Sciences, 0-2 years experience, and involves field visits using Regen Saathi app, reporting field-level issues and ensuring quality standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate in Agricultural Sciences.
• 0-2 years of experience in farming or contract farming.
• Freshers with strong interest in regenerative agriculture.
• Good communication in English, Hindi and local language.
• Two-wheeler with valid driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Onboard farmers and expand the network in the assigned region.
• Educate farmers on regenerative agriculture practices and benefits.
• Promote organic, regenerative and pesticide-free farming methods.
• Manage day-to-day field operations with network farmers.
• Conduct regular farmer field visits and ensure quality standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Hindi proficiency

Local language proficiency

MS Office

Two-wheeler driving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Sciences

Tools

MS Office

Computer applications

Job description

Job Title: Field Executive Network Farming Operations

Reporting to: Assistant Manager – Network Farming Operations

Key Responsibilities

• Drive farmer onboarding, network expansion and farmer engagement in the assigned region.
• Conduct farmer meetings to educate farmers on regenerative agriculture practices and their benefits.
• Promote organic, regenerative and pesticide-free farming practices.
• Manage day-to-day field operations with network farmers.
• Conduct regular farmer field visits, ensure adherence to quality standards, and resolve farmer queries and grievances.
• Coordinate with CoE and Planning teams on pest control, quality and yield improvement, harvesting and procurement requirements.
• Follow the Package of Practices (PoP) through the Regen Saathi (AI-based app), including crop guidance, crop cycling and activity updates as advised by the CoE team.
• Monitor plantation, crop growth, farming activities and compost application as per schedules and recommendations in the Regen Saathi app.
• Maintain accurate and timely farmer, crop and field-visit records in the app.
• Ensure timely reporting and escalation of field-level issues to the concerned teams.

Qualification & Experience

• Graduate in Agricultural Sciences.
• 0-2 years of experience in farming, agriculture field operations or contract farming.
• Freshers with a strong interest in regenerative agriculture and field operations will be considered.
• Good communication skills in English, Hindi and the local language.
• Basic proficiency in MS Office / computer applications.
• Two-wheeler with a valid driving license is mandatory for farmer field visits.

Website: www.urbanfarmsco.com and www.regenfarmersco.com