GROWMARK, Inc. · 2 days ago
Technical Agronomist - GROWMARK, Inc. - Remote (VA/WV)
Virginia, United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Prepare and present, formal education programs designed to enhance expertise in practical, environmentally sound techniques on agronomic topics including crop protection, plant growth and development, and soil fertility.
Provide in-field diagnostic support to member cooperatives and stay current on in-field concerns and agronomic issues.
Plan, coordinate, and participate in technical training schools, print materials, and other activities for member cooperatives and stay current on technical developments through regular contact with university and industry specialists.
Identify, clarify, and define applied research needs for farmers, marketing managers, and GROWMARK Agronomy Marketing; Develop MiField and AgValidity protocols and assist in data collection, management, and dissemination of information through the MiField trial book.
Answers member cooperative and GROWMARK Agronomy technical questions, as they pertain to all agronomic issues via in-person, telephone, e-mail, or other electronic support avenues.
Support GROWMARK’s involvement in agriculture programs with Corporate and Government Affairs.
Maintain product-related technical and operational communications to member cooperatives and GROWMARK staff through bulletins, newsletters, fact sheets, and other appropriate support resources.
Offer guidance to GROWMARK Agronomy Divisions pertaining to shifts in products or future opportunities; directs the development of recommendations for existing and new agronomic products.
Serve as a primary liaison for GROWMARK on agriculture with land grant colleges, state universities or other educational institutions.
Maintains public and business visibility by participating in professional society activities, meetings, and committees; develop and maintain professional relationships among associations, groups, agencies, and institutions that have an active interest in agriculture.
Follows GROWMARK’s Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program, Environmental Health and Safety, OSHA and DOT policies and procedures, as they apply.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualification
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Required
A Masters in agronomy is required (PhD preferred)
3 years or more of agronomic technical support related work experience
Currently holds or has the ability within 12 months to become a Certified Crop Advisor (CCA)
Demonstrates essential abilities including business knowledge, collaboration, communication, customer focus, decision making and skill development
Strong communication skills including written, verbal, and presentation
Must have a valid driver’s license and passport with the ability to work extended hours and travel independently overnight
Frequently exposed to extreme weather conditions and required to lift 21-50 lbs
Ability and willingness to participate in required training that may include education on GROWMARK’s policies and procedures and additional training as it relates to the requirements of the position
Preferred
Prefer a background in corn, soybean, small grains, and forage production
Proficient or ability to become proficient in cotton and peanut production
Prefer an understanding of GROWMARK Agronomy
Company
GROWMARK, Inc.
GROWMARK is an agricultural cooperative serving almost 400,000 customers across North America, providing agronomy, energy, facility engineering and construction, and logistics products and services, as well as grain marketing management services.
5,001-10,000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mark Orr
Chief Executive Officer
Recent News
2024-06-05
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