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​​AGRONOMIST 

PERMANENT POST
LOCATION: UMHLANGA, KWAZULU-NATAL
R14,000 - R26,000
CLOSING DATE: 10 OCTOBER 2025

AGRONOMIST PURPOSE:

We are looking for a knowledgeable, thorough Agronomist who can develop better farming practices and find effective solutions for the food and farming industry. The Agronomist will conduct research and field checks, take samples and make observations, perform tests, and identify and solve problems related to plant or soil nutrition, damage from insects or wildlife, weather or climate changes, or the use of specialized products, such as pesticides, fertilizers, etc. Using this information, you will also help farmers develop techniques to increase crop quality and yield.

 

 

 

AGRONOMIST RESPONSIBILITIES:

Studying plants and soil in order to develop better planting, cultivation, and harvesting techniques, improve crop yield, and solve problems facing the agriculture industry.

Researching, developing, and promoting farming practices or products that diminish the effects of changes in soil, climate, and weather or prevent damage from pests.

Visiting fields to collect seed, plant, and soil samples and testing samples for nutritional deficiencies, diseases, or other changes.

Assisting with the plant selection process and the development of planting and irrigation schedules, budgets, and timelines.

Keeping detailed records regarding fields, customers, crops, and samples.

Generating reports and presenting findings to management, clients, or other interested parties.

Promoting products and techniques through educational presentations.

Managing teams of scientists while conducting field visits or laboratory work.

Selling personalized consultation services to clients.

 

 

AGRONOMIST REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field.

More education and experience may be preferred.

Additional certifications may be required.

Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.

Ability to work outside, stand, walk, kneel, and stoop for extended periods.

Proficiency with computers, especially MS Office and diagnostic scientific software.

Exceptional active listening and verbal and written communication skills.

Strong research, decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving skills.

Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments.

Sales and presentation skills are also a major plus.

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Qualifying candidates who meet the requirements of the available permanent post can submit the application.

The selection of interviews will begin 2 days after the closing date.

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Donwyk Labs provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

​​DONWYK LABORATORIES 

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