Conservation Agronomist

Nutrien Ag Solutions Limited; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Nutrien Ag Solutions, the retail division of Nutrien, seeks a seasoned agronomy role to partner with growers on integrated crop and conservation plans. You will provide guidance on nutrient management and regenerative practices while aligning with Nutrien’s sustainability goals.

Collaborate with agronomy teams, connect clients with funding, and drive field demonstrations. A degree is preferred, with extensive practical agriculture experience and strong computer skills.

Qualifications

• University degree preferred; in lieu, 5+ years agriculture experience and high school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years’ experience in agriculture industry and use of agricultural chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Partner with growers to develop integrated crop and conservation plans that balance productivity and sustainability.
• Provide recommendations on nutrient management, cover crops, reduced tillage, and regenerative practices.
• Collaborate with Nutrien agronomy teams to ensure conservation practices complement crop input strategies.
• Connect growers with conservation funding (NRCS EQIP, state programs, carbon and sustainability programs).
• Serve as a local liaison between Nutrien Ag Solutions, conservation partners, and watershed organizations.
• Promote Nutrien’s sustainability and carbon initiatives and assist customers in incentive programs.
• Use Nutrien digital platforms and precision ag tools to identify conservation opportunities and measure outcomes.
• Track and report practice adoption metrics and environmental benefits.
• Lead grower meetings, training sessions, and field demonstrations focused on sustainable agronomy.

Skills

Agriculture experience

Computer skills

Education

University degree preferred

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, and our business results make a positive impact on the world. Our purpose,Feeding the Future, is the reason we come to work each day. We’re guided by our culture of care and our core values: We put safety first. We act with integrity. We are stronger together. We deliver with excellence.

Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division of Nutrien, providing full-acre solutions through our network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. For more than 150 years, we have been helping growers achieve the highest yields with the most sustainable solutions possible, offering a wide selection of products, including our proprietary brands: Loveland Products, Inc.; ProvenSeed and Dyna-GroSeed; as well as financial, custom application and precision ag services.

Through the collective expertise of our nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities We efficiently serve growers' needs and strive to provide a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. Help us raise the expectation of what an agriculture company can be and grow your career with Nutrien and Nutrien Ag Solutions.

What You'll Do:

• Partner with growers to develop integrated crop and conservation plans that balance productivity, profitability, and sustainability
• Provide recommendations on nutrient management, cover crops, reduced tillage, and other regenerative practices
• Collaborate with Nutrien agronomy teams to ensure conservation practices complement crop input strategies
• Connect growers with public and private conservation funding (e.g., NRCS EQIP, state water quality programs, carbon and sustainability programs)
• Serve as a local liaison between Nutrien Ag Solutions, conservation partners, and watershed organizations
• Promote Nutrien’s sustainability and carbon initiatives, helping customers participate in incentive programs
• Use Nutrien digital platforms and precision ag tools to identify conservation opportunities and measure practice outcomes
• Track and report practice adoption metrics and environmental benefits
• Lead grower meetings, training sessions, and field demonstrations focused on sustainable agronomy

What You'll Bring:

• University degree preferred, in lieu of degree, 5+ years agriculture experience and high school diploma or equivalent required
• 2+ years’ experience using standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the agriculture industry, as well as the application of agricultural chemicals
• Proficiency in computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, etc.
• Must have a driving record that meets company standards

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn suggested does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure.

The salary range for this role, in Harmony, MN location, is between $78,900.00 - $146,400.00. While we provide this range as general guidance, several factors are taken into consideration when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, candidate skill set, experience and training, licensure and certifications, work location, and other business and organizational needs. Actual salary and benefits may differ based upon location.

We provide an attractive benefits package that includes comprehensive medical, dental, vision coverage, and life insurance and well as disability coverage for positions working more than 30 hours per week. In addition, we have a retirement program that encourages our employees to save for the longer term, with generous matching employer contributions. Our benefit package also demonstrates our culture of care with paid vacation, sick days and holidays as well as paid personal and maternity/parental leaves and an Employee and Family Assistance Program. Details of the benefits package will be shared in the application process.

In addition to base pay, this role is also eligible to participate in our annual incentive plan, consistent with the terms of our program(s) where discretionary pay out of awards is reflecting components such as performance of the company and the employee.Details will be discussed through the application process.

This information is provided in compliance with applicable state equal pay and pay equity legislation and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons. Nutrien also makes internal equity a consideration in all pay decisions.

The estimated salary that Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn lists does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer.We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, and other legally protected categories.

This job will remain posted until filled. In accordance with Nutrien policies, you will be required to undergo a background check, and may be required to undergo a substance test. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law.

Please be advised that pre-screen interviews may be transcribed (there will be no audio or video recording) and that artificial intelligence tools may be used to summarize the transcript of the discussion. These tools will not be used to make or influence hiring decisions. Biometric identifiers and biometric information will not be captured. If you wish to request an alternative process or a reasonable accommodation, please contact the recruiter identified in this posting.

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At Nutrien, we never stop growing, because our world never does.Our size can help us weather a storm, but with that ability comes agreat responsibility—to our growers and customers, our employees andshareholders, our communities, and the planet.