What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grower Relations & Agronomy Specialist position at Agristo?
Are you passionate about agriculture and ready to kick-start your career in a dynamic, international company?
We’re looking for a motivated Grower Relations & Agronomy Specialist to join our Agro team in the North Dakota region. In this role, you’ll be the key link between our company and local potato growers, ensuring a reliable, high-quality supply of potatoes while supporting farmers with expert cultivation advice.
Grower Relations
Crop Monitoring & Quality Assurance
Education & Background
Join a dynamic and people-focused company at a pivotal stage in its U.S. expansion. This is a rare opportunity to be one of the first key hires at a brand-new facility, creating clear pathways for long-term growth and leadership.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits for qualified candidates.
Agristo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.
We’re looking for a motivated Grower Relations & Agronomy Specialist to join our Agro team in the North Dakota region. In this role, you’ll be the key link between our company and local potato growers, ensuring a reliable, high-quality supply of potatoes while supporting farmers with expert cultivation advice.
Grower Relations
- Build and maintain strong relationships with potato growers in North Dakota, Minnesota, and neighboring states.
- Confirm production planning in seasonal contracts, including pricing, volumes, varieties, and delivery schedules.
- Act as the central point of contact for growers.
- Share market insights and grower feedback with internal teams.
- Create analytical reports and performance dashboards.
- Develop delivery schedules aligned with production planning.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases and sales.
- Coordinate logistics with transporters and resolve any issues.
Crop Monitoring & Quality Assurance
- Provide hands-on cultivation guidance and support to growers.
- Monitor crop development and storage conditions.
- Assess and report on crop quality to the Agro Director.
- Planting new potato varieties in trial fields and processing plots.
- Collect and analyse data on new varieties.
- Follow and promote safety, environmental, and hygiene standards.
Education & Background
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agricultural Sciences, Crop Production, or a related field.
- Strong interest in potato or vegetable crop consultancy, procurement, or contract management.
- Solid understanding of potato cultivation (planting to storage).
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Organized, pragmatic, and solution-oriented.
- Comfortable working independently and taking initiative.
- Solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
- Willingness to travel frequently within the region.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Based in Grand Forks, ND or willing to relocate to the Grand Forks, ND area.
Join a dynamic and people-focused company at a pivotal stage in its U.S. expansion. This is a rare opportunity to be one of the first key hires at a brand-new facility, creating clear pathways for long-term growth and leadership.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits for qualified candidates.
Agristo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected status. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.