Agronomist - South West
Vacancy ID: 55595 DM
*This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship - the successful applicant will need to have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK in order to be offered an employment contract.*
Are you an agronomist who loves getting out in the field and making a real impact on farm performance?
Are you looking for a role where your knowledge, independence, and relationships really matter?
Are you ready to turn your crop expertise into real results for farmers?
The Company
A well‑established independent agronomy and agricultural services company serving farmers and growers across the South West of England. They began trading in agricultural seed and crop protection and has grown into a family‑run specialist supplier of agronomy services and agricultural products.
The Role
- Manage your own patch across the Taunton and Exeter areas, building long-term relationships with farmers and growers
- Drive seed sales and advise on a wide range of farming inputs, including arable and forage seeds, grass and clover seed, fertiliser, maize seed, silage additives, and lime
- Deliver expert agronomic advice, including soil sampling, nutrient planning, crop management, and bespoke seed mixtures
- Support farmers with sustainable, profitable, and technically sound solutions for both crops and livestock
- Work closely with a team of BASIS and FACTS qualified agronomists, sharing best practices and leveraging industry expertise
Location: South West of England
Salary: £50,000 basic (dependent on skills and experience) plus company car/ pension and profit shares
What You Need
- A strong practical and technical background in agronomy, with experience across arable, grassland, forage, and crops
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with a genuine interest in supporting farmers' success
- BASIS or FACTS qualifications
- A proactive, solution-focused approach, with the ability to work independently in a field-based role
Keywords: Agriculture Consultant, Field Agronomist, Farm Business Agronomist, Seed Consultant, Agricultural Advisor, Plant and Soil Specialist, Crop and Soil Consultant, Crop Management Specialist
How to apply: Please click on the APPLY NOW button. Please send your CV to: Donna Morgan - Principal Recruitment Manager
*As we are a specialist recruitment business within the Agricultural and Farming industry, we do require that ALL applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification which is relevant and necessary for the job that you are applying for.*
We thank all applicants who apply for this role. However, please be advised that only those short listed for an interview will be contacted. Please be assured that your job application will be managed in complete confidence and your personal details will not be passed to any third party without your prior permission. Established in 2013, Agricultural and Farming Jobs provide outstanding recruitment head-hunting and job advertising services. We are the trusted recruitment partner of choice to industry leading organisations across the UK and Internationally. We recruit specifically for all roles within the sectors of: Agriculture, Farming, Horticulture, Food and Fresh Produce, Vet, Pet and Animal Health, Agrochemicals, Fertilisers and Seeds, Software and Technology, Machinery, Technical and Engineering and specialist Education
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