Agriculture consultant
- Provide technical and business advice to growers and farm operators.
- Assess farm operations and recommend improvements in crop and soil management.
- Develop farm management plans and promote sustainable practices.
Divya Agriculture Management Pty Ltd — Gatton, QLD 4343 (LockyerValley)
Full-time, ongoing | $80,000 – $100,000 per year plus superannuation
About the role
The Agricultural Consultant will give technical and business advice to growersand farm operators across the region. You’ll assess farm operations,recommend improvements to crop, soil and water management, and helpclients plan for productive and profitable seasons.
Key responsibilities
Inspect farms and growing sites to assess crop health, soil condition,irrigation systems and production practices
Advise growers on crop selection, planting programs, fertiliser and nutrientmanagement, and pest, weed and disease control
Collect and analyse soil, water and plant tissue samples, and interpretlaboratory results
Develop farm management plans, including irrigation scheduling, croprotation and seasonal production programs
Advise on farm business planning, including production costs, yields,budgeting and resource use
Research and recommend new agricultural technologies, practices and cropvarieties suited to local conditions
Promote sustainable land management, soil conservation and efficient wateruse
Ensure advice complies with chemical use, biosecurity, environmental andworkplace health and safety requirements
Prepare written reports, recommendations and records for clients
Run on-farm demonstrations and training for growers and farm staff
Build and maintain strong working relationships with growers, suppliers andindustry bodies
Skills and experience
Bachelor degree or higher in Agricultural Science, Agronomy, Horticulture ora related field
At least 2 years’ relevant experience as an agricultural consultant, agronomistor in a similar advisory role
Sound knowledge of horticultural and broadacre crop production, soilscience and irrigation
Ability to interpret soil and plant test results and turn them into practicalrecommendations
Strong communication and report-writing skills
Current Australian driver licence and willingness to travel to client farms inthe region
An ACDC chemical accreditation or similar certification is highly regarded
What we offer
Salary of $80,000 – $100,000 per year plus superannuation, depending onqualifications and experience
Full-time, ongoing employment (38 hours per week)
Varied work across a range of farms and crops in the Lockyer Valley
A supportive team environment and opportunities for professionaldevelopment
How to apply
This position is advertised by SecureCare on behalf of Divya AgricultureManagement Pty Ltd
Please email your resume and a cover letter addressing the skills andexperience above to
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