30 Oct
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Divya Agriculture Management
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Queensland
30 Oct
Divya Agriculture Management
Queensland
Divya Agriculture Management Pty Ltd — Gatton, QLD **** (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 ******************* .
📌 Agriculture Consultant (Queensland)
🏢 Divya Agriculture Management
📍 Queensland