Agriculturist

The Agriculturist will provide agronomic expertise to growers in the production of a high-quality beet crop and to maximize the recoverable sugar per acre.

• Lead and promote a positive work culture through Company Values of Safety, Integrity, Quality, Teamwork, and Accountability.
• Make recommendations to assist growers in the production of a high-quality beet crop and to increase recoverable sugar per acre while minimizing production costs.
• Maintains Grower Practice System to ensure appropriate information is available for decision-making purposes.
• Maintains current knowledge of new research and technological changes to ensure growers receive up-to-date information on sugar beets.
• Assists in the implementation of new technology in crop production.
• Assists growers with harvest equipment and improved harvest techniques to maximize sugar recovery per acre.
• Ensures Shareholder compliance with company policies and requirements.
• Provides supervision of employees at receiving stations and compliance with company policies during harvest.
• Ensures stock transfers are complete and forwards them to the Treasury department for Board approval.

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work outdoors and travel to farms or agricultural sites as required.

• Relevant experience in crop production, farm management, or agricultural consulting is preferred.
• Knowledge of soil science, crop diseases, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation methods.
• Familiarity with modern farming technologies and sustainable agricultural practices.

TQR is an equal-opportunity employer that encourages diversity. We will consider all applications.

Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request.