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Agronomist At Terrapalm Limited

Terrapalm Limited·Imo, nigeria·Full Time·Contract
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Description

  • We are expanding and seeking a skilled Agronomist to support ongoing farm development, crop management, and smallholder outreach programs.

Position Overview

  • The Agronomist will play a key role in driving high-yield oil palm production, improving farm practices, supporting plantation operations, and delivering technical assistance to smallholder farmers.
  • This role is well-suited to early- to mid-career professionals with hands-on agricultural experience and strong knowledge of tropical crop production, especially oil palm.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement agronomic plans to support plantation establishment, crop management, and yield improvement.
  • Conduct field assessments and soil surveys, guiding fertilizer schedules, crop nutrition, and pest/disease control programs.
  • Work closely with plantation teams to monitor farm performance, analyze crop growth, and identify improvement opportunities.
  • Provide training, technical support, and ongoing extension services to smallholder farmers within the TerraPalm network.
  • Support nursery management, seedling quality control, and planting programs.
  • Maintain accurate agronomic data, field records, and yield performance tracking.
  • Assist in developing sustainable land use policies, regenerative farming practices, and compliance with environmental standards.
  • Conduct trials, demonstrations, and continuous improvement projects on farm technologies and input optimization.
  • Collaborate with management to ensure farm activities align with business objectives and operational targets.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, Soil Science, Agricultural Extension, or a related field.
  • 2 - 7 years of professional experience in plantation crops, industrial farming, or similar agricultural operations (oil palm experience preferred).
  • Strong understanding of crop physiology, soil management, crop nutrition, and integrated pest and disease management.
  • Hands-on experience with field data collection, monitoring, and analysis.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with rural farming communities and deliver farmer training or extension services.
  • Good organizational and documentation skills.
  • Ability to work in field environments, travel to farm sites, and manage multiple tasks independently.

What We Offer

  • Competitive compensation (N100,000 - N150,000 / Month) and growth opportunities.
  • A mission-driven workplace focused on environmental sustainability, innovation, and community impact.
  • Opportunities to shape the future of responsible palm production in Nigeria.

Key skills

BA/BSc/HND
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Company

Terrapalm Limited

Location

Imo, nigeria

Employment

Full Time

Work style

Contract

Experience

Valid until

Not specified

Created

August 26, 2026

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