Job Description

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neRoot.farm

, incorporating the technical details from the attached PDF and the compensation structures from the chat logs.

: Agronomist (Field & IPM Specialist)

Company:

OneRoot.farm

Department:

Technical / Farm Advisory

Work Location:

Bengaluru & Chamarajanagar

Qualification:

B.Sc / M.Sc Agriculture or related discipline+1

Compensation & Experience Tiers

We are hiring for multiple levels of expertise. Compensation packages include accommodation where applicable.

Fresher:

?15,000 per month + Accommodation

Mid-Level (3 Years Experience):

?30,000 - ?35,000 per month + Accommodation

Senior Agronomist (6-7 Years Experience):

?55,000 per month

Role Summary

The Agronomist will provide technical crop advisory to farmers and support store sales through scientific recommendations. A core part of this role involves developing detailed

Package of Practices (POP)

for major crops under both conventional and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) systems.

Mandatory Requirements

Language:

Proficiency in

Kannada

(reading, speaking, and farmer communication) is mandatory.

Mobility:

Willingness to travel and work across Bengaluru & Chamarajanagar locations.+1

Experience:

Practical field-level agronomy experience (minimum 3 years for mid-level roles).+1

Key Responsibilities1. Field Advisory & Farmer Support

Conduct regular field visits to diagnose crop health, pests, diseases, and nutrient issues. Provide stage-wise crop management guidance and recommend seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and bio-inputs. Advise on pesticide dosage, spray intervals, Pre-Harvest Intervals (PHI), and resistance management (MOA rotation). Maintain detailed records of field visits and advisory provided.

2. Package of Practices (POP) Development

Create detailed crop-wise POPs for Conventional, IPM, and residue-safe/export-oriented farming.

Focus Crops:

Chilli, Tomato, Cotton, Paddy, Maize, Turmeric, Banana, Vegetables, and regional crops.+1

The POPs must cover:

Varieties, seed rates, land preparation, and spacing. Fertilizer schedules and irrigation practices. Weed, pest, and disease management (including fungicide and MOA-based rotations). Biological control measures and stage-wise spray schedules. Harvest, post-harvest practices, safety, and PHI guidelines.

3. Store Technical Support & Sales Enablement

Act as the in-house technical advisor and support the sales team with product recommendations. Train store staff on product usage, dosage, MOA groups, and new molecules. Assist in seasonal demand estimation and product planning.

4. Farmer Education & Reporting

Prepare POP charts, crop calendars, and pest identification posters in Kannada and English. Conduct farmer meetings and store demonstrations. Track pest/disease trends and provide feedback to management.

Required Skills

Strong knowledge of agronomy, pests, diseases, IPM, MOA, and soil nutrition. Excellent communication skills in Kannada. Basic computer skills (Excel, Word).

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Adoption of POP by farmers. Reduction in crop loss. Customer satisfaction and accuracy of recommendations. Contribution to store sales growth and staff training effectiveness
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?30,000.00 - ?35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Food provided
Work Location: In person