Ag Advisor

Frontier Cooperative; Columbus (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with traditional and Roth

Pension plan

Paid time off

Uniform & boot allowances

360 Wellness Program

Sign-on & referral bonuses

Job summary

Frontier Cooperative, serving Nebraska's farming communities, seeks an agronomy professional to lead farm planning, consulting, and sales initiatives. You will analyze field data, recommend seed types and fertility practices, and support growers from planting through harvest with logistics support.

The role requires a degree in Agronomy or equivalent experience, strong communication, math skills, and willingness to travel within the trade territory.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related field, or minimum 3 years of agronomy/agronomy sales experience.
• Knowledge of soil fertility, fertilizer and chemical properties, seed traits, crop life cycles, and agricultural chemistry.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, internet-based programs, and agronomy software.
• Ability to operate company vehicles, forklifts, skid-loaders, blending systems, and hand tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to speak effectively one-on-one and in group settings.
• Basic math skills including algebra, geometry, proportions, percentages, and volume.
• Preferred: CDL Class B with HazMat and Tanker endorsements, forklift certification, and current CCA license.
• Ability to travel within the trade territory.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present customized Farm Plans focused on improving crop production efficiency and profitability.
• Analyze past product performance, seed selection, fertility practices, crop methods, and grower challenges to forecast outcomes.
• Make recommendations on seed type, crop rotations, fertilizer, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Conduct ongoing in-field analysis and communicate findings clearly to producers.
• Address and resolve potential misapplication or underperformance issues with growers.
• Finalize sales of the whole-farm philosophy including products and services.
• Grow and maintain the agronomy customer base; maintain field presence from planting through harvest.
• Promote cooperative business and marketing plans set forth by the VP of Agronomy.
• Proactively implement prepayment plans for seed, fertilizer, chemicals, and services; coordinate with accounting to finalize billing arrangements.
• Resolve billing or contractual disputes as needed.
• Assist in planning logistics to move products and services from vendor to locations or custom farmgate.
• Develop accurate field boundaries and create work orders using specialized software reflecting products, totals, field instructions, and billing.
• Coordinate with dispatchers, operations, and accounting to ensure timely and accurate product application.
• Collaborate with AG Advisors and Location Managers to coordinate services, equipment, spray orders, and staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Travel availability

Vehicle operation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Agronomy

Tools

Microsoft Office

Agronomy software

Internet-based programs

Job description

At Frontier Cooperative, we believe agriculture is more than a business, it's a way of life. As an agricultural leader serving Nebraska's farming communities, we provide a comprehensive range of grain, agronomy, feed, and energy products and services. But what sets us apart is how we do it: with integrity, with quality, and with a deep commitment to the communities we're proud to call home. We're looking for people who share those values and want to grow with us.

What you'll do

Farm planning & consulting

• Develop and present customized Farm Plans focused on improving crop production efficiency and profitability
• Analyze past product performance, seed selection, fertility practices, crop methods, and grower challenges to forecast outcomes
• Make recommendations on seed type, crop rotations, fertilizer, herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides
• Conduct ongoing in-field analysis and communicate findings clearly to producers
• Address and resolve potential misapplication or underperformance issues with growers

Sales & customer growth

• Finalize sales of the whole-farm philosophy including products and services
• Grow and maintain the agronomy customer base; maintain field presence from planting through harvest
• Promote cooperative business and marketing plans set forth by the VP of Agronomy
• Proactively implement prepayment plans for seed, fertilizer, chemicals, and services; coordinate with accounting to finalize billing arrangements
• Resolve billing or contractual disputes as needed

Operations & logistics

• Assist in planning logistics to move products and services from vendor to locations or custom farmgate
• Develop accurate field boundaries and create work orders using specialized software reflecting products, totals, field instructions, and billing
• Coordinate with dispatchers, operations, and accounting to ensure timely and accurate product application
• Collaborate with AG Advisors and Location Managers to coordinate services, equipment, spray orders, and staff=

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Agronomy or related field, or minimum 3 years of agronomy/agronomy sales experience
• Knowledge of soil fertility, fertilizer and chemical properties, seed traits, crop life cycles, and agricultural chemistry
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, internet-based programs, and agronomy software
• Ability to operate company vehicles, forklifts, skid-loaders, blending systems, and hand tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to speak effectively one-on-one and in group settings
• Basic math skills including algebra, geometry, proportions, percentages, and volume
• Preferred: CDL Class B with HazMat and Tanker endorsements, forklift certification, and current CCA license
• Ability to travel within the trade territory

Why join us?

Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, finances, and future.

• Paycheck for life:Cooperative pension plan, plus 401(k) with traditional and Roth options
• Comprehensive health coverage:Medical, dental, and vision insurance, supplemental plans, and FSA/HSA spending accounts
• Paid time off:Vacation and sick leave to rest and recharge
• Uniform & boot allowances:Annual allowances so you're always equipped and ready
• 360 Wellness Program:Whole-person wellness with real incentives
• Sign-on & referral bonuses:Get rewarded for joining and for bringing great people with you

Additional benefits available — ask us for details.