Agronomist
Conduct and review research on soil management and crop cultivation to improve farm productivity.
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What's it like to be an Agronomist?
Agronomists are trained to care for crops by gathering research data and explaining it to farmers through practical applications. However, they also do their own research in fields, farms, and orchards by checking the soil and crops for diseases and other issues. Their job involves mostly field work, and often requires them to walk, crouch, kneel, and carry light burdens.
Tasks and duties
- Studying all factors that affect crop production such as climate, pests, nutrition, and weeds.
- Gathering and reviewing data and samples of soil and crops.
- Interpreting findings and writing reports.
- Ensuring that good agronomic practices on applying seeds, irrigation, pesticides, and fertiliser are implemented.
- Managing the efficient use of farm equipment and materials.
- Training farming staff, and the sales and marketing team on agronomic processes.
- Coordinating with suppliers and laboratories.
Agronomists may also work with farmers in conducting experiments and creating strategies to boost crop quality and yield. They do this with their extensive background in chemistry, genetics, and biology, and other relevant scientific fields. Sometimes, Agronomists work in laboratories to examine test results and use the findings to formulate ways to produce better crops. Agronomists may work in a variety of settings such as farms, seed production companies, the government, research organisations, and universities.
How to become an Agronomist
To work as an Agronomist, you typically need to complete a relevant bachelor degree. There may be an opportunity to specialise in a particular field like research, crop production and management, sustainability, or soil and water conservation.
- Finish a bachelor degree in agricultural science, agricultural engineering, or a related field. Each degree takes 3 years to finish, and teaches students how to manage resources for livestock and crop production in sustainable ways.
- Get experience in an entry-level role such as Agricultural Technician or Agronomy Assistant. A junior-level Agronomist typically needs at least 2 years of relevant work experience.
- Consider gaining certification. International programmes offered by the American Society of Agronomy can give you the following titles: Certified Crop Adviser, Certified Professional Agronomist, and Certified Professional Soil Scientist. Such certifications assure employers that your skills and knowledge meet professional standards. It also shows your initiative to further your competencies.
- Consider enrolling in Graduate School. If you aim to grow your career in research or academia, a masters degree can strengthen your theoretical and practical knowledge on biochemistry, plant genetics, and crop management.
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Gladron Chemicals Sdn Bhd
Shah Alam/Subang
Full Time
Farming, Animals & Conservation26d ago
Conservation Officer
TH PLANTATIONS BERHAD
Kuala Lumpur
Full Time
Farming, Animals & Conservation29d ago
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