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Farm Manager
Jentzsch Kearl Farms
- Location: Southern Idaho – Twin Falls, Burley, Rupert, or Jerome, ID
- Salary: $110,000–$140,000 per year
- Job Type: Full-time
- Work Location: In person
Job Overview
Jentzsch Kearl Farms is seeking an experienced and results-driven Farm Manager to oversee crop production and farm operations in Southern Idaho.
The Farm Manager will be accountable for the success of an assigned farm unit, with a focus on maximizing crop yield, quality, efficiency, and profitability. This role oversees key farming activities including crop planning, planting, irrigation, crop monitoring, harvesting, field management, and coordination with farm crews and leadership.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Farm Manager, Crop Manager, Agricultural Manager, or Row Crop Manager with strong hands-on farming and irrigation experience.
About Jentzsch Kearl Farms
Jentzsch Kearl Farms is a family-owned and family-operated agricultural company serving Southern Idaho. Founded in 1981, the company has grown to more than 40,000 acres across seven counties.
Our diverse farming operations include potatoes, sugar beets, alfalfa, hay, corn, beans, watermelon, squash, and pumpkins.
We are committed to producing high-quality crops on time and done right while maintaining productive farmland and efficient farming operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage crop production to achieve optimal yield, quality, and profitability.
- Develop and assist with annual field, crop, and farm-unit budgets.
- Develop pre-season plans for field activities, crop applications, planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
- Oversee planting operations and ensure crops are properly established.
- Manage and coordinate irrigation operations to ensure timely and uniform water application.
- Lead and work with irrigation crews to maintain effective irrigation practices.
- Regularly scout crops with agronomists to monitor water requirements, fertility, pests, weeds, and crop health.
- Identify crop issues and take appropriate corrective action to meet production goals.
- Monitor yield, crop quality, production costs, and field performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Maintain and improve farmland for long-term productivity and responsible agricultural management.
- Maintain accurate records of crop inputs, applications, and field activities.
- Work closely with landowners and communicate farming activities that may affect their property.
- Coordinate with the Director of Field Operations regarding farm equipment and field-operation schedules.
- Help ensure equipment and field activities are properly coordinated throughout the growing season.
- Supervise farm activities and provide leadership to agricultural and irrigation crews as needed.
- Attend and participate in management and other company meetings.
- Communicate concerns, operational issues, and opportunities that may affect company objectives.
- Use computers and agricultural technology to support farm management and recordkeeping.
- Perform other farm management duties and projects as assigned.
Qualifications
- 3–5 years of row crop farming experience, preferably with potato production.
- 3–5 years of irrigation experience, particularly with pivot irrigation systems.
- At least 3 years of hands-on farming experience.
- Previous leadership or supervisory experience in agriculture or crop production preferred.
- Strong knowledge of crop production, irrigation, planting, harvesting, and field operations.
- Ability to work extended hours during planting and harvest seasons.
- Spanish-speaking ability preferred.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Comfortable using computers, farm-management software, and agricultural technology.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary of $110,000–$140,000 per year
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Healthshare
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paid time off
Work Environment
- Full-time, in-person position
- Primarily farm and field-based work
- Seasonal extended hours during planting and harvest
- Work across farming operations in Southern Idaho
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Row Crop Farming: 3 years (Required)
- Irrigation: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $140,000