CSS Farms, LLC · 9 hours ago
Agronomist
Dalhart, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelCSS Farms is a multi-state agricultural business with a mission of Growing Great Together. The Agronomist role contributes directly to the success of CSS Farms by supporting agronomic operations on a large-scale commercial farm growing potatoes and rotational crops.
AgricultureFarmingFood ProcessingOrganic Food
Responsibilities
Support commercial crop production through regular scouting and hands-on field work
Monitor crops for insect and diseases
Monitor soil moisture and assist with scheduling irrigation
Sample plant tissue and soil during the growing season for fertility management
Sample soil and assist with fertilizer recommendations
Contribute to quality control on farm operations, i.e. seed handling and cutting, planter spacing accuracy, and irrigation system uniformity, etc
Perform test digs to estimate yield and monitor quality
Evaluate plant growth and maturity, including sugar testing in the field and in storage
Collect samples from fields and storages
Provide daily supervision of Agronomy Tech(s) and/or seasonal employees
Assist with fertilizer/chemical management and applications
Mixing/loading and/or applications
Assist with chemical/fertilizer handling and storage management
Perform bruise-free sampling and handling of potatoes
Ongoing familiarization with crop production methods and practices
Assist with developing and executing pest management strategies
Facilitate storage management
Assist/facilitate with the development and execution of crop management strategies
Support research and development efforts
Collect data for crop trials
Assist with entering and maintaining information pertaining to chemical/fertilizer applications
Perform other tasks and responsibilities as needed
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor of Science degree in Agronomy or closely related field
A private applicators license or the ability to get one in chemigation/fumigation
A valid driver's license and the ability to pass vehicle insurance verification
Preferred
Demonstrated experience and success working as an agronomist, preferably with potatoes
Proficiency with computers and Microsoft applications
Excellent organizational skills and appreciation for the value of accurate sampling and reporting
Familiarity with irrigated crop production desired
Experience operating farm equipment beneficial
Bilingual in English/Spanish a plus
Benefits
Healthcare, Dental and Vision coverage as outlined in the company benefits overview.
S.A./Flex spending accounts for out-of-pocket medical expenses.
401(k) plan options.
Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance and Life Insurance.
Paid time off package.
Ten paid holidays.
Company
CSS Farms, LLC
Committed to Excellence Our Vision Statement: Leading the way in Stewardship and Solutions. Every Field, Every Load. Every Day.
Founded in 1986
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Milt Carter
Retired
Recent News
2023-12-27
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