Field Agronomist - Berry Production & Grower Tech Lead

Driscoll Strawberry Associates, Inc; Boavista; Hybrid; EUR 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Driscoll’s Iberia is seeking an hands-on Agronomist to support partner growers across crop production, plant nutrition, and sustainability initiatives. You will work closely with internal teams to deploy new technologies and growing practices in field conditions.

The role requires translating technical knowledge into practical results, visiting fields, and traveling locally and internationally to collaborate with growers and partners.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Plant Sciences, Horticulture or a related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant agronomic experience.
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology and crop production systems.
• Experience with substrate management and protected cultivation systems.
• Fluent English and willingness to travel locally and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to Iberian growers on crop production, plant nutrition and integrated pest management.
• Regularly visit production fields to monitor performance and identify improvements.
• Lead implementation of innovative growing techniques and new berry varieties.
• Coordinate field-based projects to improve yield, fruit quality, and sustainability.
• Document progress and report outcomes; troubleshoot agronomic challenges with growers and teams.
• Organize grower meetings, field tours, trainings and knowledge-sharing events.
• Collaborate with Applied Research, R&D, Production and Nursery teams for deployment of new initiatives.

Skills

Crop production

Plant physiology

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Degree in Agronomy/Plant Sciences

Job description

Driscoll’s Iberia is seeking an hands-on Agronomist to support partner growers across crop production, plant nutrition, and sustainability initiatives. You will work closely with internal teams to deploy new technologies and growing practices in field conditions.

The role requires translating technical knowledge into practical results, visiting fields, and traveling locally and internationally to collaborate with growers and partners.