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Advertisers Description (via Roots to Work)
Job Opportunity: Farm Advisory Role – Agroecological Transition
With the growing demand for farm advice to support the transition to more agroecological production systems, I am looking for someone interested in moving into the advisory sector to work alongside me in my small but dynamic business. This is a multi-faceted role that will evolve over time, offering the opportunity to grow with the business and contribute to expanding much-needed advisory services that support regenerative farming systems.
About the Business:
The business currently covers a diverse range of activities, including:
- On-farm advice and consultancy.
- Soil and plant testing.
- SFI (Sustainable Farming Incentive) scheme planning.
- Farm assurance and certification support.
- Coordinating on-farm trials.
- Collaborating with NGOs and Government bodies.
Key Responsibilities:
The role will involve working on a variety of tasks, including:
- Advising farmers across the spectrum – from conventional to organic systems.
- Conducting soil and plant sampling.
- Monitoring farm systems and setting up farm assurance protocols.
- Planning and delivering SFI schemes on farms.
- Organizing and potentially leading farm-scale trials and on-farm events.
- (Potential future opportunity) Selling products or services to farmers.
