With a total of over 200 years of combined experience, Wheat Tech Inc. is among the oldest and largest independent agronomic consulting firms in the Southeast. "Independent" means that we do not sell any products, nor are we affiliated with any crop protection, fertilizer or seed companies. Our commitment to providing growers with the most current and cutting-edge advice, backed by our own on-site Research and Development Division, is what has kept Wheat Tech growing rapidly over the past 30 years.
Wheat Tech Inc. impacts approximately half a million acres spanning over six states in the Southeast. This large area of operation is supported by five brick-and-mortar locations staffed with consultants that specialize in their own respective regions.
Consulting:
Agronomic Crop Consultant
Charleston, Missouri
Full-Time
Wheat Tech Agronomy is seeking motivated, detail-oriented individuals to join our consulting team. A four-year college degree in agriculture or a related agricultural field is required to apply.
Crop consulting is a hands-on position that combines agronomic knowledge, field scouting, grower relationships, precision agriculture, crop management, data analysis, and problem-solving. Consultants work directly with growers throughout the entire production cycle—from pre-season planning through harvest and post-harvest analysis..
Must have four-year college agricultural degree to apply.
· Excellent communication
· Attention to detail
· Prompt and on time
· Professional and respectful
· Organization
· Problem solving
· Adaptability
· Willingness to learn
· Flexibility in working hours
· Basic knowledge of geospatial software
· Elevated math skills
· Tolerance of working in different weather conditions
· Basic knowledge of operating Word, Excel and PowerPoint
New consultants will be required to train alongside an experienced crop consultant for approximately 12–18 months.
During the training period, the consultant will be expected to:
· Arrive on time and prepared each day.
· Demonstrate strong attention to detail and observation skills.
· Be willing to learn and accept instruction.
· Develop a strong understanding of agronomic practices and crop production.
· Become familiar with the geography, soils, growers, and production practices of their assigned region.
· Learn Wheat Tech Agronomy's consulting, scouting, documentation, and communication standards.
· Develop proficiency with precision agriculture technology and agronomic software.
Upon successful completion of training, the consultant will transition to managing their own assigned acres and grower relationships. Consultants are expected to continually develop their agronomic knowledge and stay current on new products, technologies, varieties, research, and management practices affecting their assigned crops.
Crop consulting is a field-based position that requires significant time outdoors and in agricultural environments. Consultants should be prepared to work extended and flexible hours during critical periods, including planting, pesticide application, crop scouting, and harvest.
The position requires the ability to work in varying weather conditions, travel between fields, operate an ATV/UTV, and spend extended periods of time walking and working in crop fields.
The goal of a Wheat Tech Agronomy consultant is to help growers make better agronomic decisions throughout the entire crop production cycle.
A successful consultant develops a strong relationship with each grower, understands their operation and goals, uses sound agronomic principles and data to make recommendations, and continually looks for opportunities to improve productivity, profitability, and long-term sustainability.
Company provides full individual health insurance, simple retirement plan (matching at 100% up to 3% of salary), and a company truck (after initial training period).
Seth Haddock
Call (270) 586-1776 or
Email: [email protected]
Research
Agronomy Research Associate
Russellville, Kentucky
Full-time
Wheat Tech's Research and Development division is committed to providing our consultants with the most relevant and up-to-date data to enhance their support for growers. By conducting "small plot" replicated trials directly in the fields where our consultants operate, we generate invaluable insights that directly benefit growers. Our team operates corn, wheat, and soybean plots across a diverse geographical range, enabling us to customize our research to provide data specific to various regions, cultural practices, and weather patterns.
We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Agronomy Research Associate to join our Research and Development division. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in conducting small plot, replicated trials for corn, wheat, and soybeans, contributing to the generation of crucial data used to benefit growers and support third-party commercial/contract research for major seed and chemical companies.
· Plan, establish, and manage small plot, replicated trials for corn, wheat, and soybeans in designated regions.
· Execute fieldwork, including planting, monitoring, and harvesting crops, adhering to key crop rotations and Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies.
· Collect, record, and analyze agronomic data with precision and attention to detail.
· Collaborate with the research team to implement research protocols and procedures effectively.
· Maintain meticulous records of experimental procedures and results.
· Assist in preparing comprehensive reports and presentations for both internal and external stakeholders.
· Coordinate with seed and chemical companies for third-party commercial/contract research opportunities.
· Bachelor's degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field preferred but not required.
· Solid understanding of crop rotations, Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and agronomic best practices.
· Experience in conducting field trials and proficient in collecting and analyzing agronomic data.
· Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
· Effective communication skills for collaboration within the team and with external partners.
· Ability to work independently and in a field-based setting.
· Experience with servicing and maintaining equipment is preferred.
· Willingness to travel within the designated regions.
We offer competitive compensation packages, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. Joining Wheat Tech's Research and Development division provides a unique opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research in agronomy and make a direct impact on growers' success.
Interested candidates should submit their resume, cover letter, and academic transcripts to [email protected]. Please use "Agronomy Research Associate Application" as the subject line.
Wheat Tech Inc. is an equal opportunity employer