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Employment Terms: Full Time
Education: University Bachelor's Degree
Job Description
Discovery Ag Research is dedicated to small plot agricultural research. We are contracted to test new crop varieties, pesticides, fertilizer, agronomy, etc. for private clients. Essentially, we are farming on a small scale with our goal being information instead of production.
Responsibilities
General field management and maintenance of research plots
Develop and implement a communication plan, providing the Research Manager with relevant, timely,
Discovery Ag Research is dedicated to small plot agricultural research. We are contracted to test new crop varieties, pesticides, fertilizer, agronomy, etc. for private clients. Essentially, we are farming on a small scale with our goal being information instead of production.
Responsibilities
General field management and maintenance of research plots
Develop and implement a communication plan, providing the Research Manager with relevant, timely, and accurate information on agronomy
Provide guidance on pest identification and management
Field activities such as scouting and soil testing and communicate results effectively to Research Manager and/or clients
Perform field ratings and maintain records of data
Assist with seeding and harvesting of plots
Operation of small farm machinery, including spraying
How to Apply: Email cover letter and resume
Skills and Abilities
- Essential Skills
- Working with others
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Membership in a provincial institute of agrology
- Field Crop Specializations
- Specialty crops
- Oil seeds
- Cereals