Senior Agronomist – Large-Scale Arable Farming - Lincoln - £100,000+

Senior Agronomist
Senior Agronomist – Large-Scale Arable Farming - Lincoln - £100,000+

The Job:
We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Agronomist to join a large scale, high tech, data-driven arable farming operation. This role is ideal for someone who combines deep crop science knowledge with commercial acumen, innovation, and a passion for sustainable farming.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead agronomic decisions across large scale arable crops including wheat, barley, oilseed rape, potatoes, peas and energy crops
- Implement and manage precision agriculture technologies, including precision spraying, variable rate inputs, crop mapping, yield data analysis and drone/sensor imagery
- Promote sustainable farming practices focused on soil health, nutrient efficiency, cover cropping and environmental schemes
- Design and run on-farm trials, evaluate new crop varieties and systems, and collaborate with research and engineering teams to drive innovation
- Balance yield, crop quality, input costs, and environmental impact while maximising profit per hectare
- Lead and communicate effectively with farm managers, machinery teams, and research staff, ensuring alignment and successful implementation of agronomic strategies

The Candidate:
- Extensive knowledge of arable crop agronomy at a commercial scale
- Strong experience in precision agriculture and data driven farming
- Understanding of regenerative agriculture, soil health and sustainable farming practices
- Commercially aware with the ability to link agronomy decisions to farm profitability
- Excellent leadership, communication, and team management skills
- Innovative mindset with experience in research, trials, and implementing new technologies

The Package:
- Salary £100,000 +
- Accommodation available and/or relocation package
- Competitive benefits reflecting seniority and scale of operations

Please email your CV to Charlotte Powell, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, CPowell@agriRS.co.uk.

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