Background

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Tobacco Agronomist with proven expertise in managing the entire tobacco crop production cycle—from land preparation to post-harvest handling.

The ideal candidate will play a key role in driving high-yield, quality tobacco production through modern agronomic practices, farmer engagement, and data-driven decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee full tobacco crop cycle: nursery establishment, transplanting, field management, harvesting, curing, and grading

Provide technical guidance on soil fertility, irrigation, pest and disease control

Develop and implement crop management plans to maximize yield and quality

Train and support field teams and outgrower farmers

Monitor crop performance and provide timely interventions

Ensure compliance with industry standards and best agricultural practices

Prepare regular field reports and production forecasts

Requirements:

Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field

Proven experience in tobacco production (end-to-end cycle)

Strong knowledge of irrigation systems, soil health, and crop protection

Experience working with commercial farms or outgrower schemes

Ability to work independently in a remote setup

Strong communication and field coordination skills

• Oversee full tobacco crop cycle: nursery establishment, transplanting, field management, harvesting, curing, and grading
• Provide technical guidance on soil fertility, irrigation, pest and disease control
• Develop and implement crop management plans to maximize yield and quality
• Train and support field teams and outgrower farmers
• Monitor crop performance and provide timely interventions
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best agricultural practices
• Prepare regular field reports and production forecasts

• Strong knowledge of irrigation systems, soil health, and crop protection
• Ability to work independently in a remote setup
• Strong communication and field coordination skills

• Degree or Diploma in Agronomy, Agriculture, or related field
• Proven experience in tobacco production (end-to-end cycle)
• Experience working with commercial farms or outgrower schemes