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Selebi Phikwe Area, Central District – Botswana: Looking for an experienced Agronomist to strengthen the technical and day-to-day performance of this large-scale citrus operation.
This is a practical, hands-on role for someone who enjoys being in the orchards and turning sound agronomic knowledge into consistent results.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
· A relevant tertiary qualification in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Production or a closely related agricultural field.
· At least five years of substantial, hands-on experience in commercial citrus production, including responsibility for agronomic programmes and orchard performance.
· Strong practical knowledge of citrus phenology, plant nutrition, irrigation and fertigation, pest and disease management, pruning, crop manipulation and harvest preparation.
· Experience in young-orchard establishment and developing production systems in a greenfield or expanding operation will be an advantage.
· A sound understanding of responsible chemical use, food-safety requirements, environmental compliance and accurate production records.
SKILLS REQUIRED
· Strong agronomic judgement and the ability to turn technical recommendations into clear, practical field plans.
· Good planning and coordination across irrigation, spraying, nutrition, pruning, scouting and harvesting activities.
· An analytical and practical approach to solving problems, interpreting production data and responding quickly when results differ from plan.
· Commercial awareness and disciplined use of labour, inputs, equipment and production costs.
· Clear written and verbal communication, including confident reporting to senior management.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, with the ability to use digital production and record-keeping systems.
· A visible, hands-on working style and willingness to spend significant time in the orchards.
· Willingness to relocate to Selebi Phikwe, Botswana
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO
· Develop and implement the annual agronomic and orchard production plan in line with yield, fruit quality, cost and operational targets.
· Provide practical guidance on irrigation, fertigation, plant nutrition, crop protection, pruning, canopy management, flowering, fruit set and crop load.
· Oversee the establishment and care of young citrus orchards within a large-scale greenfield development.
· Review orchard data, field observations and production records to identify risks, diagnose problems and recommend timely corrective action.
· Coordinate pest and disease scouting and ensure that control measures are effective, compliant and properly recorded.
· Monitor spray quality, chemical use, irrigation efficiency, fertiliser application and other critical horticultural activities.
· Coordinate harvest readiness, crop estimates, picking standards and production support to meet quality and volume requirements.
· Maintain practical operating procedures, accurate records, quality standards and continuous improvement across production activities.
· Prepare clear, concise reports on orchard performance, risks, variances, resource requirements and corrective actions.
ONLY short-listed candidates will be contacted
