Job profile for Agronomist

[Aniyan X]

I am planning to do MSc in Agronomy. What is the job profile required for an Agronomist?

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Education shoul be B.Sc - Agriculture, MSc /PhD in Agronomy / Agriculture / Plant Breeding / Genetics / Agronomics
Requirements: Expertise in agronomy
• Good technical knowledge in Crop and nutrients, water management etc
• Experience in field or R&D as agronomist
Responsibilities: Work on development of seeds, plant breeding, and seed production preferably in commercial crops like spices
• Maximize crop yield and maintaining good soil ecosystem
• Give agronomic guidance about water requirements, irrigation scheduling and other crop-related practices