Job Detail
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Job ID 92070
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Experience 5+ years of hands-on experience in row crop vegetable production or greenhouse operations, including team management.
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Industry Row crop vegetable production or greenhouse operations.
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Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Crop Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
Job Description
The Head Grower is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing all aspects of row crop vegetable production—from field preparation and planting to harvesting and post-harvest handling. This leadership role ensures high yield, quality, and sustainability while managing crop schedules, field staff, input usage, and agronomic data.
Duties:
- Develop annual and seasonal planting calendars to optimize field space and crop rotation.
- Select appropriate vegetable varieties based on market demand, soil compatibility, and yield potential.
- Oversee planting methods, irrigation strategies, nutrient regimes, and field operations.
- Regularly scout and diagnose crop health, including pests, diseases, and nutrient deficiencies; implement Integrated Pest Management (IPM) protocols.
- Monitor soil moisture, pH, fertility levels, and soil health tests, adjusting practices according to results.
- Supervise equipment use (tractors, sprayers, irrigation systems) and ensure safety compliance.
- Track yield metrics, harvest dates, and quality standards; generate forecasts to support sales/planning.
- Maintain detailed records of crop rotations, input usage, pest/disease interventions, and field observations.
- Analyze production data to drive continuous improvements in yield, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
- Evaluate new vegetable varieties, cultivation techniques, and field trials in collaboration with R&D partners.
- Identify and recommend improvements to field infrastructure, irrigation systems, or equipment to enhance productivity and environmental performance.
Qualifications/Skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Crop Science, or related field (advanced degree preferred).
- 5+ years of hands-on experience in row crop vegetable production or greenhouse operations, including team management.
- Strong agronomic knowledge: soil fertility, irrigation, pest/disease control, crop rotation.
- Familiarity with IPM practices and safe chemical handling standards.
- Proficiency with farm equipment, irrigation systems, and agronomic data tools.
- Proven leadership in training and managing field crews under flexible schedules.
- Excellent communication abilities, with capability to work in bilingual settings if applicable.
- Organized, solution-oriented, adaptable to changing seasons and conditions.
Physical Capability & Working Conditions:
- Comfortable working outdoors in varied weather,-performing physical tasks: lifting ~50 lb, stooping, standing, etc.
- Willingness to work some early mornings, evenings, or weekends during critical operations.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 – $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
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