Agronomy Field Trials Specialist

Nutrien Ltd.; Winterville (MS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien Ltd. is seeking a Farm Ops Specialist to work with the Winterville Innovation Farm Manager on experimental trials for crops like corn, soybean and cotton.

You will partner with stakeholders to test the Loveland Products line of performance crop inputs, manage data collection, and oversee field operations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field and a minimum of six years of small-plot research experience, with valid driver's license and experience handling

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Agriculture or related field.
• Minimum of 6 years experience in conducting small plot agricultural research.
• Valid driver's license required; ability to obtain Class 3 license.
• Experience operating small plot research equipment such as tractors, seeders, sprayers and combines is an asset.
• Previous experience in managing assets preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain data collection and harvesting of the field evaluation trials.
• Ensure proper agronomic site management of all trial locations including fertility and herbicide management decisions.
• Assist in conducting field tours, field days, and trainings on the innovation farm.
• Operate and maintain all planting, spraying, and harvest equipment.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities to remain current with modern agriculture.

Skills

Bachelor's degree

6+ years field research

Valid driver's license

GIS software

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture

Tools

Tractors

Seeders

Sprayers

Combines

Job description

Nutrien Ltd. is seeking a Farm Ops Specialist to work with the Winterville Innovation Farm Manager on experimental trials for crops like corn, soybean and cotton.

You will partner with stakeholders to test the Loveland Products line of performance crop inputs, manage data collection, and oversee field operations. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Agriculture or related field and a minimum of six years of small-plot research experience, with valid driver's license and experience handling