Agbeyewa Farms, a leading player in cassava cultivation and processing, seeks a proactive and detail-oriented Farm Officer to oversee and optimize our farming operations. The Farm Officer will be responsible for managing day-to-day activities, ensuring high-quality production, and implementing sustainable agricultural practices to maximize yield and efficiency.

 We are seeking talented professionals who are passionate about socio-economic development through agricultural and agro-allied investments.

• Supervise farm workers to ensure efficient execution of tasks.
• Supervise soil preparation - ploughing, harrowing, ridging, plot maintenance, and harvesting
• Supervise both mechanical and manual planting of cassava and the application of fertilizers and agrochemicals
• Ensure good farm equipment maintenance, irrigation management, and fertigation.
• Develop and enforce crop rotation and soil enrichment plans to sustain soil fertility
• Conduct regular field inspections to assess soil conditions, crop performance, and pest or disease threats
• Develop and enforce crop rotation and soil enrichment plans to sustain soil fertility

Competencies Required

• Can work with little or no supervision.
• Will be a critical thinker and could take initiative as occasion demands.
•  Both male and female are eligible.
• Have a good command of English both in speaking and writing.
• Be honest, diligent, dedicated, and unassuming.

Will be a fast learner

    • Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or a related field.
    • Relevant certifications in cassava farming or agricultural management are a plus.
    • Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in cassava cultivation or a similar role.
    • Good knowledge of cassava farming techniques, including pest and Disesase
    • Proficiency in record-keeping and reporting.
    • Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery and tools.
   • Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
   • Strong communication skills and ability to work with diverse teams.
   • Passion for agriculture and sustainable farming practices

• Competitive Compensation.   
• 5 - day workweek.   
• Flextime.   
• Competitive Health Insurance (Employee + Spouse + 4 children).   
• Wellness Programs   
• Employee Training Programs   
• Growth and Development   
• Mentoring and Counseling   

Office base: Ekiti State