Senior Agronomist - Large-Scale Arable Farming - Lincoln - £100,000+

Posted 1 day 13 hours ago by Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd

£60,000 - £80,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Primary Industry Jobs
Lincolnshire, Lincoln, United Kingdom, LN1 1
Job Description
Senior Agronomist - Large-Scale Arable Farming

Senior Agronomist - Lincoln, £100,000+ package

The Job

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Agronomist to join a large scale, high tech, data-driven arable farming operation. This role combines deep crop science knowledge with commercial acumen, innovation, and a passion for sustainable farming.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead agronomic decisions across large scale arable crops including wheat, barley, oilseed rape, potatoes, peas and energy crops
  • Implement and manage precision agriculture technologies, including precision spraying, variable rate inputs, crop mapping, yield data analysis and drone/sensor imagery
  • Promote sustainable farming practices focused on soil health, nutrient efficiency, cover cropping and environmental schemes
  • Design and run on-farm trials, evaluate new crop varieties and systems, and collaborate with research and engineering teams to drive innovation
  • Balance yield, crop quality, input costs, and environmental impact while maximising profit per hectare
  • Lead and communicate effectively with farm managers, machinery teams, and research staff, ensuring alignment and successful implementation of agronomic strategies
The Candidate
  • Extensive knowledge of arable crop agronomy at a commercial scale
  • Strong experience in precision agriculture and data driven farming
  • Understanding of regenerative agriculture, soil health and sustainable farming practices
  • Commercially aware with the ability to link agronomy decisions to farm profitability
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills
  • Innovative mindset with experience in research, trials, and implementing new technologies
The Package
  • Salary £100,000+
  • Accommodation available and/or relocation package
  • Competitive benefits reflecting seniority and scale of operations
How to Apply

Please email your CV to Charlotte Powell, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, .

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