Corteva currently has an exciting opportunity for a Production Agronomist to support our soybean seed production operations in northwest and west central Iowa. Gain exposure to and knowledge about our seed business while utilizing your strong communication and agronomic skills to work with growers, customers, and employees.

What You’ll Do:

Serve as the primary field contact for contracted soybean seed production growers
Involved in all aspects of grower relations, including but not limited to: acreage allocations, contracts, and conflict resolution
Manage and recruit growers to ensure the highest quality seed is being produced
Utilize digital tools and data to help drive decisions that enhance quality and yield
Coordinate variety placement, integrated pest management programs, planting, isolation, field inspections, and harvest operations in your assigned area
Utilize your leadership skills by supervising seasonal workers to address peak workloads
Lead safety programs and strongly support the growth and maintenance of Corteva’s safety culture
Implement and maintain soybean quality standards
Obtain appropriate licenses and certification when needed

Qualifications

What Skills You Need:

Bachelor’s degree (preferably in Agronomy or Ag field)
Ag related experience/background
Driver’s License and good driving record
Knowledge of agronomic practices (pest management, disease ID, product placement)
Good verbal communication skills – ability to work with diverse groups of people
Strong Microsoft Office experience as well as significant experience with computer software and programs

What Makes You Stand Out:

3-5 years of experience working with seed growers and seed plant operations
Certified Crop Advisor
UAV pilot certification
Leadership/supervisory experience
Knowledge of Digital Ag including, but not limited to, farm equipment monitors, field mapping programs, unmanned aerial vehicles
Priority management (ability to handle multiple task simultaneously with urgency)

Benefits – How We’ll Support You:

Numerous development opportunities offered to build your skills
Be part of a company with a higher purpose and contribute to making the world a better place
Health benefits for you and your family on your first day of employment
Four weeks of paid time off and two weeks of well-being pay per year, plus paid holidays
Excellent parental leave which includes a minimum of 16 weeks for mother and father
Future planning with our competitive retirement savings plan and tuition reimbursement program

https://careers.corteva.com/job-en/20201518/agronomist-cherokee-ia/