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Job summary
A leading agricultural firm in Mbombela is seeking an experienced Agronomist/Horticulturist with a focus on citrus. The ideal candidate will hold an MSc in Agriculture and possess at least 5 years of hands-on experience in citrus production. Proficiency in Afrikaans and English is essential. Experience with GIS tools and digital platforms for crop management will be advantageous.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in citrus or equivalent crop production/advisory roles.
- Training in data analytics for agriculture would be beneficial.
- Valid driver's license required.
Skills
Education
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Posted 23 days ago
- MSc in Agriculture, specialising in Horticulture or Soil Science
- Minimum of 5 years hands-on experience in citrus or equivalent crop production/advisory roles
- Fluent in Afrikaans and English
- Training in data analytics for agriculture would be beneficial
- Familiarity with GIS tools or spatial data platforms for orchard mapping and variability tracking
- Valid driver's license
- Experience with digital platforms for remote sensing, crop modelling, or agronomic recommendations
- Proficiency in water and irrigation management (soil moisture probes, fertigation scheduling, drainage planning, and salt leaching techniques)
- Understanding of local agricultural legislation, food safety, and environmental compliance frameworks (e.g., GlobalG.A.P., SIZA, DALRRD guidelines)
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