What does a Agronomist do?
- Inspects the state of the soil and crops
- Plans sowing, fertilising and irrigation
- Organises protection from pests and diseases
- Monitors the harvest and adjusts for the next season
Which skills do you need?
AgronomySoil sciencePlant protectionObservationPlanningFieldworkAnalytical thinking
How to become a Agronomist?
- 1Bachelor's: agronomy or agriculture
- 2Specialisation: soil/crops + field practice
- 3Junior agronomist: work on a farm or at an agri-company
What is the work environment like?
Often in the field and outdoors: fields, greenhouses and the lab. The work is seasonal — the pace rises at sowing and harvest.