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Description

Based in Southern SK, this role is an exciting opportunity for a motivated self-starter looking to build a future career in agronomy. Reporting to the Agronomy Manager, the Summer Field Agronomist's primary responsibilities will include:
-Monitoring chickpeas for development of chickpea health issue and obtaining samples and field histories as needed. Update chickpea health diagnostic team on regular basis of conditions and progress.  
-Monitoring other pulse crops such as lentils, soybeans, fenugreek and dry beans through collaborations with agronomists and key growers to identify any emerging issues during the growing season. Participate in provincial or local surveys as needed.
-Collect a vast portfolio of photos and videos related to growing pulses; provide weekly social content on field progress (crop staging, pests present; crop health, weather), develop short video clips on various aspects of growing pulses.
-Agronomy expertise: develop expertise on chickpea, soybean and lentil production through collaborations with local agronomists and growers.  Learn how to scout for disease and what the symptoms look like. Develop portfolio of images to assist with future diagnostics.
-Represent SPG at extension activities such as field days and tours.  

For more information and job qualifications, refer to website at: https://saskpulse.com/news-events/news/now-hiring-summer-field-agronomist