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Agronomy Managers (Oxnard, CA)

Conduct scientific research and study agronomic performance data to improve the productivity and sustainability of crops.  Research and analyze alternative soil treatments and substrates to improve crop productivity.  Develop and implement integrated programs to improve crop resilience and sustainability through regenerative agriculture, precision fertigation, and salinity adaptation. Research soil health solutions and validate emerging ag-tech tools, including biostimulants and digital platforms. Support expansion efforts with environmental adaptability studies and guide integrated pest management (IPM) strategies using organic and biological methods. May perform additional duties that are similar and consistent with stated position requirements.

Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree (or a foreign degree that is equivalent to a U.S. Bachelor's degree) in Agronomy, Agricultural Engineering, or closely related field plus thereafter 9 years of progressively responsible experience.  Of the required experience, must have 3 years of experience in each of the following:

• Soilless agriculture using coconut substrate to manage nutrient solutions and control feeding and growth  
• Using microbiology in soil to regenerate the microbial habitat and biochemical processes that increase agricultural productivity
• Organic and conventional management for the production of long canes in hydroponics
• Integrated pest and disease management protocols using entomopathogenic fungi and natural parasitoids
• Interpreting soil moisture, tissue, and nutrient solution factors to enhance crop development and yields
• Managing a team of two or more agricultural professionals
• Implementing regenerative agriculture strategies using all of the following indicators: CO respiration, carbon sequestration, microbial activity, nutrient density, and fruit phytochemical content
• Using all of the following remote and in-field monitoring tools: chlorophyll meters, ion-selective sensors, VPD analysis, and digital irrigation diagnostics
• Conducting climatic and edaphic assessments to support varietal adaptability and expansion of production zones

Requires Bilingual Spanish/English.  Domestic and international travel to various locations required up to 30% to meet business needs.

Salary Range: $205,572.60 to $245,000.00

Apply at https://eohm.fa.us2.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_6004 or

Grower Supply Group LLC

730 South "A" Street.

Oxnard, California 93030