Agronomist - Forage

DLF Seeds Australia - Careers; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellbeing program

Insurance coverage

Job summary

PGG Wrightson Seeds seeks a Forage Agronomist to join the team in Ruakura, Waikato. The role is field-based and focuses on providing expert agronomic advice to customers, planning and reporting forage trials, and supporting breeding activities.

Ideal candidates have a relevant tertiary qualification, experience with Genstat or R, and a willingness to travel. Salary is competitive and benefits include health and insurance offerings.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in agriculture, agronomy or a related discipline is required.
• Experience with statistical programs such as Genstat or R is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Willingness to travel regularly within the Waikato region.

Responsibilities

• Assist with forage breeding programs and general research farm activities.
• Conduct field trials and demonstrations showcasing pasture technologies.
• Prepare detailed reports communicating agronomic insights.
• Collaborate to identify new business opportunities and support customer relationships.
• Stay updated with industry trends and represent the company at events.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Project management

Education

Tertiary qualification in agriculture or agronomy

Tools

Genstat

R

Job description

Hamilton - Early Career

About The Role

PGG Wrightson Seeds' is seeking an Forage Agronomist to join their team in Ruakura, Waikato. This full-time role is responsible for providing expert agronomic advice and support to customers on a wide range of forage and pasture-related matters. As a key member of the team, you will play a vital role in helping farmers and growers across the region maximise the productivity and profitability of their forage and pasture-based operations. The Forage Agronomist is an important position in our product development and breeding pipeline. The role is primarily field based and is responsible for planning, implementation and reporting Stage I, II and III forage trials, supporting breeding activities, statistical analysis and scientific report writing. This role is largely field based.

What You'll Be Doing

• Assisting with forage breeding programs
• General research farm activities (spraying, drilling, yielding etc.)
• Conducting field trials and demonstrations to showcase the latest pasture and forage technologies
• Collaborating internally and externally to identify new business opportunities and support customer relationships
• Preparing detailed reports and other communications to share agronomic insights and contribute to future directions
• Staying up-to-date with industry trends, research and innovations
• Representing the company at industry events, field days and other stakeholder engagements

What We're Looking For

• Tertiary qualification in agriculture, agronomy or a related discipline
• An understanding of scientific research and principles
• Experience with the use of statistical programs i.e. Genstat, R
• Some experience as an agronomist, ideally within the farming, seeds or agricultural services industries would be beneficial
• Comprehensive knowledge of forage and pasture species, agronomy, soil science and livestock production systems
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to translate technical information into practical advice
• Strong problem-solving, analytical and project management capabilities
• A valid driver's licence and willingness to travel regularly within the Waikato region
• Willingness to work outside and contribute to a small team environment

What We Offer

PGG Wrightson Seeds' is a leading provider of high-quality forage and pasture solutions, backed by over 160 years of experience in the agricultural industry. As part of our team, you’ll enjoy a competitive salary, ongoing professional development opportunities, and the chance to work alongside a passionate and knowledgeable group of agronomists and experts. We also offer a range of company paid health, wellbeing and insurance benefits to support your work-life balance. Salary is $60K for graduates up to $80K for more experience or qualifications. 40 hours per week - no more than 45

About Us

PGG Wrightson Seeds' is owned by the global seed cooperative DLF. We are dedicated to helping farmers and growers across the country thrive. With a nationwide network of agronomists, sales representatives and research facilities, we are committed to delivering innovative, high-performing forage and pasture solutions tailored to the unique needs of our customers. Our mission is to empower our clients to maximise the productivity, profitability and sustainability of their farming operations.