Raedial Farms Limited is a wholly Nigerian-owned and registered company focused on the sustainable management of farms, palm plantations and livestock with over a decade of experience and a dedicated and efficient workforce of more than 500 people. Our business activities include livestock rearing, crop cultivation, and processing with a focus on the seedling, planting, and processing of Fresh Fruit Bunches of palm, to produce sustainable Crude Palm Oil. With over 65,000 palm trees currently being cultivated on 1500 hectares of land and plans to finalise the acquisition of two more existing Palm Plantations- 10,000 and 5,000 Acres respectively.”

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Agric Technical Officer

Location: Benin City, Edo
Employment Type: Full-time

Responsibilities

• Provide complex technical support and advise on aspects of agriculture such as research, production, servicing and marketing
• Provide ready samples for analysis, following appropriate procedures to ensure that they are stored, prepared, and disposed of properly.
• Implement and oversee efficient oil palm cultivation practices, adhering to industry standards and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance and support to plantation workers on various tasks, including planting, pruning, fertilization, and pest control.
• Monitor and assess crop health, identifying potential diseases, pests, and nutrient deficiencies.
• Collaborate with plantation management to plan and implement irrigation systems for optimal water management.
• Conduct soil analysis and make recommendations for soil improvement and nutrient management.
• Assist in the development and execution of crop rotation and intercropping strategies to enhance overall farm productivity.
• Mixes soil, sand, and fertilizers according to specifications; prepares insecticide solutions and operates spray equipment on assigned plots and acreage for insect control

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Extension, Agronomy, Crop Production / Protection or relevant field.
• Proficiency in data collection, analysis, and record-keeping.
• Excellent communication skills
• Familiarity with modern agricultural technologies and tools.
• Experience with curriculum design, particularly for agricultural best practices.
• Ability to Work in remote areas of the farm and be able to work as part of a team

Application Closing Date
28th June, 2024.