- Plan and oversee agricultural operations, including cultivation, irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and harvesting.
- Develop and implement seasonal agricultural plans to meet production targets and quality requirements.
- Lead and manage agricultural field teams, including agronomists, supervisors, and laborers.
- Oversee the company’s external farming operations and coordinate with farmers and relevant stakeholders.
- Manage field trials and evaluate new crop varieties for productivity, quality, and suitability.
- Supervise internal and external seed inspections to ensure compliance with applicable quality standards.
- Ensure strawberry cultivation and export activities meet traceability and coding requirements.
- Manage agricultural budgets and optimize the use of water, fertilizers, labor, and other resources.
- Monitor crop performance, identify operational challenges, and implement corrective actions.
- Prepare periodic production reports covering technical results, losses, and operational efficiency.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture.
- A postgraduate diploma or master’s degree in Agricultural Management, Agri-Technology, or Agricultural Quality Management is preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of experience in the agricultural sector, particularly in Potatoes , Sugar beet , Strawberries and Wheat
- Proven experience with major agricultural companies or large-scale projects focused on production or export.
- Strong technical expertise in crop life cycles, climatic requirements, fertilization, and plant protection.
- Hands-on experience managing field operations and making decisions related to irrigation, fertilization, pest control, and harvesting.
- Proficiency in precision agriculture techniques and smart irrigation systems, including drip and pivot irrigation.
- Experience using farm management software, such as AG Software or similar field data tracking systems.
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to manage large field teams.
- Excellent planning, analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication skills.
- Strong computer skills, including digital reporting and documentation.