Agronomist - Garden City, KS

Crop Quest; Scott City (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Crop Quest is seeking an Agronomist to join our Garden City, KS area team. You will support farmers with crop production decisions, providing timely fertilizer, seed, and chemical recommendations to maximize ROI.

Responsibilities include field monitoring for insects, weeds, and diseases; crop planning; water management; and precision ag data collection using geo-referenced software. A bachelor's in agriculture and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture or Related Field.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Field Monitoring for Insect, Weed & Disease.
• Utilize imagery tools.
• Ag Chemical, Fertilizer & Seed Recommendations.
• Crop Rotation and Fertility Management.
• Yield Analysis and Crop Budgeting.
• Soil Moisture Monitoring and Irrigation Scheduling.
• Record Field Data Using Geo-Referenced Software; Analyze Soil Texture, pH, OM; Grid & Zone Sampling; Variable-Rate Recommendations.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture or Related Field

Job description

This position will be in the Garden City, KS area.

OVERVIEW

Crop Quest Agronomists assist farmers with crop production decisions that best fit their operation and goals. Create timely recommendations for fertilizer, seed & ag chemicals that bring a sound return on investment. Work closely with our team of Agronomists, Precision AgSpecialists & industry leaders to ensure a high level of unbiased service for the benefit of our customers.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Crop Monitoring

• Field Monitoring for Insect, Weed & Disease
• Utilize Imagery Tools

Crop Planning

• Ag Chemical, Fertilizer & Seed Recommendations
• Crop Rotation
• Crop Budget
• Fertility Management
• Yield Analysis

Water Management

• Soil Moisture Monitoring
• Irrigation Scheduling

Precision Ag

• Record Field Data Utilizing Geo-Referenced Software
• Work with Soil Texture, pH, OM, Elevation Data
• Grid & Zone Sampling
• Variable Rate Recommendations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture or Related Field
• Valid Driver’s License

*Job Descriptions are designed to give potential employees an idea of their job requirements and may change at any time at the discretion of the company to fit company goals and needs.