Agronomist

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  • Mar 31, 2026
Full time Industrial

Job Description

Do you enjoy being out in the field, walking crops, talking to growers, and making real decisions that impact yield and quality?

I'm working with a leading grower group to find an Agronomist who will become the trusted advisor across a network of farms - helping deliver top-quality crops while driving sustainable, forward-thinking farming practices.

This is a brilliant role if you like variety, autonomy, and being right at the centre of the action from planting through to harvest.



The Role

You'll act as the first point of contact for a group of growers, working closely with them throughout the season to ensure crops are established, managed and harvested to the highest possible standards.

This isn't just about recommending sprays - it's about understanding the full picture: soil, timing, logistics, market demands and long-term sustainability.



What You'll Be Doing

You'll be out on farm regularly, building relationships and supporting growers with practical, hands-on agronomy:

  • Walking crops weekly and advising on nutrition, pest and disease control, and husbandrySupporting growers with soil preparation, establishment and crop performanceHelping plan drilling and harvest schedules alongside the wider teamWorking closely with seed and crop protection companies to stay ahead of new developmentsSupporting variety trials and improving growing systems

But it doesn't stop there - you'll also be heavily involved in the bigger picture:

  • Coordinating communication across growers, harvest teams and the supply chainProviding crop forecasts and harvest predictions for customersSupporting product availability planning and quality expectationsAssisting with crop costings, benchmarking and grower performanceContributing to continuous improvement across the grower base


Who This Would Suit

You'll likely be:

  • An Agronomist (or working towards it) with a strong understanding of fresh produce cropsSomeone who enjoys building relationships and being a trusted advisorOrganised, proactive and comfortable managing your own scheduleHappy spending long days out in the field during peak seasonA clear communicator who can work across growers, customers and internal teams

You don't need to know everything - but you do need curiosity, energy, and a genuine interest in improving how crops are grown.



What's On Offer

  • Competitive salary (depending on experience)Company vehicle30 days holiday (including bank holidays)Pension schemeMedical insuranceOpportunities for training, development and attending industry eventsExposure to innovation, trials and wider supply chain decision-making


The Details

  • Field-based role covering a wide grower network (significant travel required within Scotland)Seasonal peaks (this is farming, after all) but hugely rewarding

If you're looking for a role where you can combine technical knowledge, people skills and real on-farm impact, this is a fantastic opportunity.

Interested? For an informal chat, please call Emily on or email .