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Overview Assist in the management of a 40-acre alfalfa research farm and greenhouses. Field responsibilities include land preparation for planting, plot harvests, irrigation, and seed harvest. Greenhouse tasks include pollinating, plant propagation, plant maintenance, nematode screening, and insect control. Additional seed responsibilities include cleaning, inventory management, and shipping. Responsibilities Assist in the management of forage yield trials, nurseries, and seed production. Manage 3-5 off-station yield trials (including planting, spraying, and harvesting). Operation, maintenance, and repair of agricultural field equipment. Irrigation management, particularly lateral and hand line irrigation. Pesticide and chemigation application in the field and greenhouse. Work in greenhouses, including pollinating, plant propagation, plant maintenance, nematode screening, and insect control. Rotational weekend watering of greenhouses and field plots as needed. Electronic data collection and management for field trials. Field responsibilities include land preparation for planting, plot harvests, irrigation, and seed harvest. Additional seed responsibilities include cleaning, inventory management, and shipping. Qualifications/Competencies-Skills (Required) Must be able to obtain a state pesticide and chemigation license within 3 months of hire. In-depth understanding of agricultural cultural practices (e.g., ground preparation, weed control, fertility management). Computer proficiency for GPS tractor operation and other equipment requiring interaction with electronics. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Work schedule may require longer hours based on agricultural season (April-September). Rotating weekends (partial day Saturday/Sunday). Possess a valid, unrestricted driver's license, and maintain a satisfactory driving record. Additional Competencies Strong critical thinking skills and a technical background in research. Ability to work independently with limited supervision and willingness to take initiative. Strong computer skills, especially with Excel, and familiarity with relational databases. Able to clearly articulate work direction and communicate effectively with all levels of research staff. Experience-Education Education (Required): Associate or Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Agronomy or Horticulture. Experience (Preferred): 3+ years’ experience in agricultural research and/or greenhouse management. Salary Range $59,840 - $89,760 In most cases, candidates offered employment can expect to be hired at a pay rate near the middle of our salary ranges. About Land O\'Lakes, Inc. Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. Benefits and EEO Benefits for most full-time roles include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life & disability insurance, education assistance, a 401k and a variety of well-being resources. Most part-time employees are eligible for prorated PTO, holiday pay, employee development programs, prorated education assistance, and a 401(k). Land O\'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy. Neither Land O’Lakes, nor its search firms, will ever contact you and ask for confidential information over the phone or in email. If you receive a call or email like this, please do not provide the information being requested. #J-18808-Ljbffr Land O'Lakes, Inc.

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