Agronomist - Andhra Pradesh

Key Responsibilities :

Deliver hands-on training and technical support to farmers on :

Soil fertility and management

Crop planning and rotation

Integrated pest management

Organic input usage and compliance

Post-harvest handling in line with organic standards

Develop and disseminate training materials, manuals, and on-farm demonstration models.

Monitor and assess farm practices to ensure alignment with organic certification requirements (e.g., NPOP, NOP etc.).

Conduct regular field visits to assess compliance, provide coaching, and gather feedback from farmers.

Collaborate with certification bodies, inspectors, and internal compliance teams to maintain full organic traceability and documentation.

Maintain detailed agronomic records and reports to support audits, impact assessments, and continuous improvement.

Stay up-to-date on developments in organic farming, certification standards, and sustainable agriculture technologies.

Qualifications :

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Agronomy, Agriculture, Soil Science, or a related field.

Minimum 2–5 years of experience in sustainable and / or organic agriculture.

Familiarity with organic certification standards and protocols.

Experience working directly with farmers, particularly in rural or community-based settings.

Strong communication and training skills; ability to translate technical knowledge into practical guidance.

Proficient in MS Office and digital data collection tools.

Ability to travel regularly to field locations.

Preferred Skills :

Certification in organic internal control systems (ICS) or organic auditing.

Knowledge of regenerative agriculture practices.

Multilingual abilities relevant to the local farming communities.

Locations -

Andhra Pradesh - Srikakulam

This role involves travelling