Salary guide
Agronomist
- Average salary
- £25,000 – £50,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
AgricultureEnvironment
- UK agronomists help increase food security and sustainability
Other names this job is known by
- Crop Scientist
- Plant Scientist
Key responsibilities
- Advise on soil management, crop production, and pest control
- Conduct field trials and research
- Analyse data and recommend improvements
- Liaise with farmers and suppliers
- Prepare technical reports
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in agronomy, agriculture, plant science, or biology
- BASIS/FACTS certification (essential for advisory roles)
- Fieldwork experience
- Strong analytical and communication skills
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Agronomist
- Crop Scientist
- Research Manager
- Agricultural Consultant
How to get the job
- Study agronomy or agriculture
- Gain field experience
- Obtain BASIS/FACTS certification
- Join professional bodies
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