Horticulturist

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About APR Agro

APR Agro

We don’t just grow crops — we grow a community, restore ecosystems, and create resilient food systems for generations to come.

innovative horticulture

Role Overview

Horticulturist

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and oversee cultivation of fruits, vegetables, herbs, and speciality crops suited to local climates.
• Develop and implement regenerative horticultural practices: intercropping, companion planting, permaculture design, mulching, natural pest management, and water conservation.
• Supervise planting, irrigation, nutrition, pruning, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
• Conduct soil and plant health monitoring; recommend organic amendments and regenerative interventions.
• Research, trial, and introduce high-value, climate-resilient varieties.
• Guide and train farm workers on modern sustainable horticulture techniques.
• Coordinate with farm ecosystem experts (agronomists, soil scientists, entomologists) for integrated solutions.
• Ensure compliance with organic and sustainable certification standards.
• Maintain records of crop cycles, inputs used, yields, and sustainability KPIs.
• Innovate to enhance productivity while restoring soil carbon, biodiversity, and water cycles.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to plan crop cycles aligned with market demand and farm-to-fork models.
• Engage with local communities to promote regenerative practices and knowledge sharing.

Key Skills & Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, Botany, or related discipline.
• 2–7 years of practical experience in large-scale horticulture; organic or regenerative experience highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of plant physiology, soil management, pest & disease management.
• Familiarity with sustainable certifications (Organic, GAP, Rainforest Alliance, etc.) is a plus.
• Hands-on experience in designing planting layouts, farm irrigation, nursery management, and post-harvest handling.
• Passion for sustainability, biodiversity conservation, and regenerative agriculture.
• Willingness to work on-field and adapt to farm life in Madurai and Wayanad.
• Excellent organisational and team coordination skills
• Strong problem-solving mindset, curiosity, and innovative thinking.
• Ability to train and motivate farm teams and local communities.

Why Join APR Agro?

• Be part of a purpose-driven, pioneering 1000-acre regenerative farm project.
• Help restore landscapes, improve livelihoods, and build resilient food systems.
• Experience work that combines hands-on farming with cutting-edge sustainability.
• Competitive pay, comfortable accommodation (if required), and opportunities for professional growth.
• A chance to live and work surrounded by nature — from the lush hills of Wayanad to the vibrant plains of Madurai.