Remote Agronomist Consultant: Data-Driven Crop & Soil

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Remote work environment

Equipment provided

Diverse client projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Agronomist Consultant to support agricultural producers across regions, starting with the George area. This role focuses on optimizing yields, soil health, and sustainable farming through remote guidance from a home location.

You will diagnose issues using plant science, soil management and agri-tech, develop data-driven recommendations, and deliver remote consultations, reports and crop management plans to diverse clients.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Agronomy, Soil Science, Plant Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience as an Agronomist, with focus on crop consulting.
• Proven ability to interpret complex agricultural data and provide actionable insights.
• Proficiency in using digital tools for data analysis, communication, and remote collaboration.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with ability to explain technical concepts clearly.
• Experience implementing sustainable agriculture principles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct remote analysis of soil reports, crop health data, and satellite imagery to identify issues and opportunities.
• Provide agronomy advice on crop nutrition, pest and disease management, irrigation, and soil conservation via virtual consultations.
• Develop customized crop management plans tailored to client needs and environmental conditions.
• Stay updated on advancements in agtech, sustainable farming, and research findings.

Skills

Agronomy

Soil Science

Data analysis

Remote collaboration

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Agronomy

Tools

GIS software

Remote collaboration tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Agronomist Consultant to support agricultural producers across regions, starting with the George area. This role focuses on optimizing yields, soil health, and sustainable farming through remote guidance from a home location.

You will diagnose issues using plant science, soil management and agri-tech, develop data-driven recommendations, and deliver remote consultations, reports and crop management plans to diverse clients.