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Sentinel Ag

Agronomy Intern - Nebraska

Ithaca, NE · On-site

$8.0K/mo

Experience in crop-scouting and data collection preferred. * Knowledge of a variety of crops preferred (cereal grains, forages, potatoes, cotton) Compensation, Benefits, and Schedule Salary: $8,000 ...

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Land View, Inc

Crop Advisor Apprenticeship

Nampa, ID

$50K - $65K/yr

You will work directly under a certified Crop Advisor, riding along, scouting fields, and seeing real decisions made in real time. * Your mentor will teach you how to walk fields, identify issues ...

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How much do crop scouting jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for crop scouting in the United States is $26.77, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $26.44 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is crop scouting?

Crop scouting is the process of regularly inspecting fields to monitor the health and development of crops, identify pests, diseases, and weed infestations, and assess overall crop conditions. Crop scouts gather data that helps farmers make informed decisions about pest control, fertilizer application, and other management practices to maximize yield and minimize input costs. Effective crop scouting helps prevent crop loss, reduces unnecessary pesticide use, and promotes sustainable farming. It is an essential part of integrated pest management (IPM) and modern agriculture.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a crop scout, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Crop Scout, you need a solid understanding of agronomy, plant pathology, and pest identification, often supported by a degree in agriculture or related field. Familiarity with GPS mapping tools, mobile data collection apps, and field sampling equipment is typically required. Strong observational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills in this role. These abilities ensure accurate field assessments, timely reporting, and effective recommendations to optimize crop health and yield.

What are some common challenges faced by crop scouts during the peak growing season, and how are they typically addressed?

During the peak growing season, crop scouts often encounter challenges such as rapidly changing field conditions, unpredictable weather, and pest or disease outbreaks that require swift action. Managing a large number of fields within tight timeframes can also be demanding. These challenges are typically addressed through careful scheduling, use of digital scouting tools for efficient data collection, and close communication with agronomists and farm managers to prioritize urgent issues. Staying adaptable and continuously updating knowledge on local pests and diseases are crucial for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Crop Scouting job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Internship, 34% Full Time, and 33% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $55,673 per year, or $26.8 per hour.

2027 Summer Internship - Facility Operations

Innovative Ag Services Seasonal

Monticello, IA

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

Temporary, Internship

Posted 2 days ago

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Innovative Ag Services is accepting applications for their 2027 Facility Operations Summer Internship Program. IAS is proud to recruit talented individuals that will be a good fit for us now and as future leaders in agriculture. IAS is confident in having the capabilities to provide the tools and resources to students to learn the ins and outs of a cooperative, as well as assisting with solidifying their career paths within the agricultural sector.

Innovative Ag Services is a full service farm cooperative offering a complete line of supplies and services to meet all of your farm needs. We provide value-added products and services to over 5,000 members in the grain, agronomy, feed, energy and building supply markets. Our 30 locations are located throughout northeast and central Iowa, and southwest Wisconsin. IAS ranks as one of the Top Agricultural Cooperatives in Iowa.

Primary Objective: To gain “hands on” knowledge and experience in multiple areas of agriculture business while providing the company with operations abilities in a safe, effective manner for the benefit of IAS and its member owners.

Day to day operational duties with possible training opportunities in one or more of the following areas:

  • Operating crop nutrient and crop protection mixing and blending facilities; utilization of work orders and field maps.
  • Preventative maintenance and repair of location equipment and facilities.
  • Distribution of farm supply products from IAS facilities to the customer; learn dispatching techniques used.
  • Warehouse orderliness, housekeeping, and inventory control techniques and procedures.
  • Accompany and perform custom application practices and techniques of agronomy products including precision technology.
  • Crop scouting techniques and procedures with crop advisor or crop scouting intern.
  • Marketing of Innovative Advanced Solutions with a member of the IAS Agronomy Advisor Team.
  • Participation in precision ag technology installations with a IAS Precision Ag Tech.
  • Grain facility operations of both truck and rail houses including receiving, blending, and load out procedures.
  • Weighing, probing samples of, and grading grain per industry standards.
  • Learning about grain origination, settlement, and merchandising at location and/or grain merchandising offices.
  • Counter sales and store operations experience.
  • Participation in company safety training and practicing safety policy & procedures in all assigned tasks.

Requirements Include:

  • Ability to obtain Class A or B CDL with hazmat endorsement or minimally a seasonal CDL; MVR must pass IAS insurance guidelines.
  • Strong people skills, good phone etiquette, follows directions, meets deadlines.

Physical Requirements/Environmental Adaptability:

  • Requires static strength to lift, push, pull, or carry objects with a minimum weight of 50 pounds. Also flexibility to bend, stretch, twist, or reach with your body, arms, and/or legs. Also trunk strength and ability to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time. Some tasks involve repetitive motion.
  • Agricultural Environment – Possible exposure to seasonal weather, outdoor conditions, and agriculture products.
  • Personal Protective Equipment may be required for some tasks.