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For our Agro Site located in Minnedosa, MB
Who we are:
Co-op is a different kind of business. As a co-operative, we believe in working together to serve Western Canadians, delivering profits back to our communities and investing in sustainable growth.
With over 500 Team Members, Heritage Co-op serves communities of Brandon, Minnedosa, Wawanesa, Erickson, Rivers, Sandy Lake and Strathclair. Our locations include Gas Bars, Food Stores, Home Centres, Bulk Petroleum and Agro sites. To learn more about who we are and how you can help bring our brand to life, visit us itageco-op.crs .
Our core Values are Integrity, Excellence and Responsibility
The Agronomist supports the Co-op?s agricultural members and customers by providing practical, science-based crop production advice and by developing trusted, long-term relationships. The role completes field assessments, identifies crop production challenges, recommends appropriate seed, crop nutrition, crop protection, and agronomic service solutions, and follows up to evaluate results.
Working closely with the Agro team, suppliers, and industry partners, the Agronomist contributes to safe, responsible product stewardship and the achievement of sales, service, and margin objectives. The role keeps current on local production conditions, research, technology, and regulatory requirements so that recommendations are timely, accurate, and aligned with farm goals and the Co-op?s values.
What you?ll do:
Build relationships with members and customers
Assess production goals, rotations, soil information, field history, and risk
Provide documented recommendations for seed, fertility, crop protection, and in-season management
Inspect fields and crops, identify weeds, insects, diseases, nutrient concerns, and environmental stress, collect representative samples where required, communicate findings, and recommend timely corrective action
Identify customer needs and opportunities, prepare solutions and follow-up plans, support seasonal sales programs, and contribute to Agro sales, service, margin, and customer-retention objectives
Promote safe handling, storage, transportation, and use of agricultural products
Maintain accurate recommendation and service records
Share agronomic knowledge with customers and employees through field days, grower meetings, demonstrations, and day-to-day coaching
Remain current on local agronomic issues, product information, technology, and industry practices, and recommend improvements to agronomic programs and services
Who you are:
You have a post-secondary degree or diploma in agronomy, plant science, crop science, soil science, agriculture, or a related discipline. An equivalent combination of education and directly related experience may be considered
Two+ years of related agronomy, crop scouting, agricultural retail, or farm-production experience is preferred
You have demonstrated experience assessing crop conditions, interpreting agronomic information, making practical recommendations, and developing customer relationships
Certified Crop Adviser (CCA) designation, Professional Agrologist designation, or eligibility and willingness to obtain a relevant professional designation is preferred
You?re aligned with our Values
The incumbent must complete all Co-op-required safety, product stewardship, and role-specific training and maintain any licences or certifications required for assigned duties
You have a valid Class 5 driver?s license
Agronomic expertise and judgement
Customer focus and relationship building
Business and sales acumen
Sound problem solving and decision making
Effective communication and knowledge sharing
Strong planning and organizational skills
Safety and accountability focused
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to providing reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment process to ensure an enjoyable candidate experience. Please reach out to the Human Resources team to discuss your needs if you require accommodation.
What we offer:
A competitive Compensation and Benefit Package:
Our Team Members receive competitive salaries a comprehensive benefits package which includes Group Life Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Extended Health and Dental. and an employer-contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.
Group Life Insurance
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Extended Health and Dental.
employer-contributed pension plan, matched at 6% of salary.
Inclusive Work Environment :
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