Technical Horticulturist (Agronomist)

HortBio Technologies Pvt. Ltd.

full-time, on-site

blueberries, raspberries

Key Responsibilities:

• Production Management:

  Develop, implement, and rigorously manage all growing protocols to ensure the timely and high-volume release of premium-quality nursery plants.

• Integrated Crop Management (ICM):

  Oversee all aspects of

  fertigation

  ,

  climate management

  , and

  Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPDM)

  within the cultivation systems.

• Substrate Expertise:

  Serve as the primary expert in

  substrate hydroponic growing

  and actively manage any related issues to maintain optimal crop performance.

• Team Leadership & Training:

  Train, mentor, and supervise all levels of staff involved in the HortBio nursery system to ensure consistent adherence to high-quality production standards.

• Applied Research:

  Apply a strong understanding of

  plant physiology

  to troubleshoot growth challenges, optimize development, and continuously improve yields and plant vigor.

Required:

• Minimum of

  two (2) years of demonstrated, hands-on experience

  in a technical horticultural or agronomist role.

• Thorough and essential understanding of substrate hydroponic growing

  and the management of associated issues (e.g., nutrient solution balancing, water quality).
• Demonstrated expertise in

  plant health management

  , including effective pest and disease prevention and control strategies.
• Solid foundation in

  plant physiology

  as it relates to commercial plant growth, development, and environmental stress.
• Bachelor’s degree in

  Horticulture, Agriculture, Agronomy

  , or a closely related field.

Highly Desired:

• Proven experience in a

  leadership or supervisory position

  within a commercial horticultural production setting.
• Direct experience with the

  greenhouse production of high-value crops

  (such as soft fruits, specialty vegetables, or ornamentals).