Remote Agronomist: Data-Driven Crop Optimization

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary with incentives

Health, dental, vision insurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Agronomist to optimize crops using data analytics and agronomic expertise. You will provide remote advisory services to clients worldwide, based on soil analysis, weather data, and satellite imagery, while promoting sustainable farming practices from Upington or anywhere.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Agronomy or related field with 5+ years of consulting experience, proficient in GIS and farm management software, and demonstrates strong

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science or related field.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in agronomic consulting or crop management.
• Strong understanding of crop physiology, soil science, and integrated pest management.
• Proficiency with data analysis and software tools (GIS, farm management software).
• Excellent remote communication and advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide remote agronomic consulting to farmers and agricultural businesses.
• Analyze farm data (soil tests, yield data, imagery, weather) to develop crop plans.
• Recommend best practices for planting, fertilization, irrigation, pest and disease control, harvest.
• Use precision ag tools to optimize inputs and outcomes.
• Develop strategies for crop rotation, soil health, and nutrient application.
• Stay updated on agronomy and agtech advancements.

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a forward-thinking Remote Agronomist to optimize crops using data analytics and agronomic expertise. You will provide remote advisory services to clients worldwide, based on soil analysis, weather data, and satellite imagery, while promoting sustainable farming practices from Upington or anywhere.

The ideal candidate holds a Master's in Agronomy or related field with 5+ years of consulting experience, proficient in GIS and farm management software, and demonstrates strong