2027 Crop Scout & Farm Operations Intern

Lanehaven Farms, Inc.; Iowa; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Responsibilities include field inspections, reporting observations, using scouting software, collecting samples, and supporting drone-based initiatives and R&D data collection. Ideal for an Ag student who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in an agricultural field and pursuing related coursework.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to change.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular field inspections to assess crop condition, growth stage, pests, diseases, and weeds.
• Identify signs of pests, diseases, weeds, or other issues and report to the agronomy manager.
• Communicate findings and observations to the agronomy manager and assist in crop management decisions.
• Document observations using crop scouting software and weekly reports.
• Assist in collecting crop samples for laboratory analysis when needed.
• Support drone crop scouting and application projects as part of precision farming.
• Participate in data collection for R&D test plots and on-farm research evaluation.
• Provide general operations support, including field tasks and summer farm projects.

Skills

Field scouting

Pest & disease ID

Data collection

Drone scouting

Leadership

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

Currently enrolled in an Ag related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Lanehaven Farms is a progressive seed corn, commercial crop, organic crop and hog farm based inNortheast Iowa. The farm has been early adopters of leading-edge technologies that improve the efficiency, quality, and overall effectiveness of processes. Core values characterize how the farm lives and conducts business daily.

We are hiring a Crop Scout & Farm Operations Intern for the summer of 2027. In this role, you’ll do field scouting, farm operations and work on special projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Field Scouting and Problem Solving:

• Conduct regular field inspections to assess the overall condition of crops, including growth stage, pest and disease presence, and weed infestations.
• Identify and report any signs of pests, diseases, weeds, or other potential issues affecting crop health.
• Communicate findings and observations to the agronomy manager and collaborate on decision-making related to crop management.
• Utilize crop scouting software/weekly reports to document and share observations with the agronomy manager.
• Assist in the collection of crop samples for laboratory analysis when necessary.
• Assist with drone crop scouting and application projects along with broader precision farming projects.
• Participate in data collection of R&D test plots, and evaluation of on-farm research.
• Provide support for operations as needed. This could include field operations or summer farm projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Currently enrolled in an Ag related field
• Desire and ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be innovative and adapt to change.
• Excellent leadership, problem solving, organization, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software

We offer a very competitive hourly wage with overtime based on experience and qualifications.