Agronomist

Agronomist

We are looking for an Agronomist to help farmers meet the future demands of growing crops in Madison, Nebraska. Do you have a passion about growing plants, helping people, and solving problems? This might be a great next career move for you. We are open to candidates with prior crop consulting, farm experience, or agronomic sales backgrounds.

Work for a family-owned operation that has been in business for 30 years. We're growing and hiring a full-time agronomist to work closely with farmers as their trusted consultant throughout the growing season. You will be in a hand-on role walking fields, scouting, soil sampling, and working alongside farmers to make nutrient management plans specific for their operations.

Company Overview
Sandramere Seed & Supply Co. provides a full slate of services and products to growers. Individualized crop consulting, soil sampling, nutrient management plans along with Pioneer seed, custom seed treatment options and a full line of crop protection products are offered. Our team of agronomists and staff are committed to helping farmers reach their yield and economic goals. We stay on the forefront of agronomy expertise to provide our growers with the knowledge they need to succeed.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
  
• Company vehicle
  
• Company iPad
  
• Simple IRA
  
• 30 days PTO
  

Qualifications

• Degree in Agronomy, Crop & Soil Science, or equivalent experience
  
• Outgoing personality
  
• Enjoys working with people.
  
• Passion for learning
  
• Conscientious
  
• Self-starting work ethic
  

Job Responsibilities

• Conducting field visits according to company standards
  
• Responsible for in-season scouting and weekly reporting to look for signs of insect, weed, nutrient, and moisture stress affecting the crop.
  
• Responsible for pulling grid and zone soil samples in the fall and spring.
  
• Communicate in a manner that is helpful, hopeful and acts in the best interests of the customer.
  
• Responsible for collecting and analyzing samples to recommend solutions.
  
• Prepare and develop accurate nutrient management plans.
  

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