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Technical Grower

Driscoll'sAgadir,Morocco

18 days ago

Job description

About the Opportunity

Driscoll’s operates a several research farms which form a critical part of the overall business. The Technical Grower supports the Test Plot Manager in growing high quality crops for the breeders and other researchers. Responsibilities include all aspects of growing operations for raspberry, blackberry, blueberry substrate test plot for the Agadir area. The focus of this position will be new technology implementation, irrigation, fertilization, environmental data monitoring, pest & disease management, and running an advanced irrigation system. Collaborating well with stakeholders in performing the farming of their trials is key to this role.

PLEASE NOTE : Please upload your resume / CV in English for consideration for the Technical Grower position

Responsibilities

Lead the development of new technologies in the R&D substrate test plot farm

Oversee the agronomy of all crops in substrate, working with the existing research farm teams to grow the crops to best commercial practice

Gather monthly water samples and tissue samples to guarantee proper nutrient targets are met

Manage the implementation of new technologies in designated area of focus

Manage a team by giving guidance on irrigation a fertility decision, daily / weekly tasks and long-term planning

Ensure correct EC, pH and fertility are maintained in correct ranges through analysis of daily data collection and oversight of irrigation system maintenance

Communicate with internal stakeholders (breeders, entomologists, plant pathologists, and applied researchers) on fertilization, pest / disease management, and other farming duties

Support pest and disease control program, including scouting and coordination of chemical applications

Ability to work well with all supervisors and employees at a ranch level

Fulfill other duties as assigned

Candidate Profile

An Engineer degree or a Master’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, with comprehensive understanding of horticulture crops and agronomy, plant physiology and plant genetics

Knowledge of the agronomy of horticultural crops from seedling to harvesting

Berry production knowledge, including direct experience with berry fruit production, would be highly desirable

Ability to work as part of a team and collaborate with other crew members in achieving team goals

Experience with research protocols; and knowledge of plant health and pest pressure assessment, knowledge of farming operation agricultural practices

Ability to work in the field, office and corporate settings, including the ability to perform repetitive physical work as necessary

Ability to make fertility and irrigation decisions for berries with minimal guidance

Contribute to the strategic planning of the research farms and ensure implementation of plans in alignment with plant breeders and applied research

Develop, design, and implement high-quality processes and improvements in research farms and lead the development of new technologies in the breeding research farms

Self-starter, hands-on, ability to work independently and work well with teams

Demonstrated proficiency with computer programs (Excel, Word, Outlook) and Data analysis software is a must

English is required

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