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Agricultural Scientist

Workforce Australia for Individuals
West Busselton Full-day Full-time

Description:

Riverace Pty Ltd

Responsibilities include conducting research, analyzing data, and developing sustainable farming practices. Qualifications include a degree in Agricultural Science and experience in the field.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunities for growth
  • Supportive work environment
  • Work-life balance
  • Professional development opportunities

Task & Responsibilities

  • Monitoring crops (grapes) for pests and disease, and recommending an appropriate treatment by way of a spray program or other means.
  • Monitoring crops (grapes) for bird pressure, and recommending an appropriate treatment by way of netting or other means.
  • Counting buds for fertility.
  • Testing bunch weights to calculate crop estimates (estimated yields / tonnes per hectare).
  • Working closely with the Irrigation Manager to ensure adequate watering and fertigation for targeted yields.Conduct research on agricultural practices
  • Analyze data to improve crop yields
  • Develop sustainable farming techniques
  • Collaborate with team members on projects
  • Present findings to stakeholders
  • Stay current on industry trends
  • Implement new technologies in agriculture
  • Monitor and evaluate experiments
  • Write reports and publications
  • Ensure compliance with regulations

Qualification & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Science or related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
  • Knowledge of agricultural practices and technologies
  • Experience in research and data analysis
  • Ability to work independently and in a team
  • Attention to detail and accuracy
  • Familiarity with relevant software and tools
  • Understanding of environmental sustainability
  • Prior experience in a similar role

About Company

Riverace is a management and contracting company that provides services to the viticultural industry. We undertake all facets of vineyard establishment and management and all machinery and labour functions that are required to grow grapes for wine production.

Salary: $70000-80000

Job Publish: 17-04-2024

Job Expire: 17-05-2024

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17 Apr 2024;   from: linkedin.com

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