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Description

This position is in Provost, AB
What you will do:  
Recommend appropriate Nutrien products and fertilizer products to customers
Identify, procure and care for grower demonstration plots for varietal comparison purposes
Gather, compile, analyze and interpret test results and prepare and forward progress reports
Design and inspect program experiment, records, notes and seasonal staff logbooks. Ensure that application of seeding, fertility and pesticide occurs when weather condition are optimal
Regularly search for new opportunities that will enhance or expand the Companys market presence
Plan and conduct the field testing of designated research material using defined methods that will ensure accuracy and optimize results under experimental protocol  
Interact with Division and Branch Management to convey results and provide recommendations based on active knowledge of marketing requirements
Distribute variety information and recommendations to staff and customers. Attend and participate in customer information meetings as directed. Present technical information related to seed varieties and other marketing programs
Liaise with appropriate industry contacts
Assist in promotion and recommendation of Proven Seed varieties and Loveland Products and Echelon services to farm customers through product knowledge and local field trials
Identify local weed species, and be familiar with the biology and control of local pests
Interpret soil and tissue tests and required, and be able to recommend best practices for soil fertility management for local customers
Understand proper method for soil or tissue testing for customers

What you will bring:  
2+ years of progressively responsible agri-business and/or other related customer service function
Post-secondary education in Agriculture, preferred
1 year of sales experience, willing to train
Must possess a valid Canadian drivers license
CCA or P.Ag. accreditation, or ability to obtain