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Precision Farming & Agronomy Internship - Broken Bow, NE

Employer: Adams Land & Cattle Co.

Job Description:

This person will be responsible for: Assisting with development of planting, fertility, and irrigation prescriptions and schedules. Assisting with management of field trials. Gathering, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting crop production data to better understand crop needs and developing effective and efficient farming practices. Examining, researching, and solving problems related to crop management, yield, and quality. Interacting with suppliers, applicators, and agronomy laboratories. Remaining up to date on crop nutrition and production technologies. Performing general agronomy skills, including, but not limited to: field scouting for weeds, insects, disease, and nutritional issue, measuring plant populations, completing plant tissue analysis, and harvest maturity staging. Ideal candidate would possess the following qualifications: Commitment to safety and quality culture. Knowledgeable about corn crop productions, including all the variables involved such as soil and land management, nutrient and water needs, pest control and minimizing environmental impact. Strong research, decision making, critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Awareness of industry trends, technology, and developments. Previous farming experience. Familiar with the day-to-day crop production operations. Mechanical interest and aptitude with a knowledge of general mechanics. Pivot irrigation experience preferred. Experience with GPS-controlled equipment preferred. Driven, organized, action-orientated, analytical, and ability to multi-task. High attention to detail. Team-oriented. Strong communication and customer service skills. Proven professional communication, presentation, persuasion, and customer service skills.

Job Requirements

This position requires: A valid drivers license. Exerting 50-100 pounds of force occasionally, 25-50 pounds of force frequently and 10-20 pounds of force constantly. Standing, sitting, walking, carrying, and lifting/lowering frequently; pushing/pulling, bending, twisting, climbing, reaching/handling/grasping, and kneeling/crouching occasionally; crawling and stairs rarely. Individual must be able to work in adverse weather conditions.

Job Details

Job Type:	Internship, Summer Internship
Number of Openings:	1
Wage:	$14/hour, Free Furnished Housing
Hours:
Job Category:	Agriculture, Internships, Summer Jobs & Internships

Contact Information

Rachel Fuxa

Recruiting & Communications Specialist

327 S First Ave
Broken Bow, NE 68822

Email: rachelf@adamslandandcattle.com
Phone: (308) 767-2493
Cell: (308) 880-0767

Application Method(s)

• Apply Online