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Nutrien is a leading provider of crop inputs and services, with a purpose of Feeding the Future and a culture of safety, inclusion, integrity, and results. Nutrien Ag Solutions is the retail division, offering full-acre solutions through a network of trusted crop consultants at more than 2,000 locations in North America, South America, and Australia. We help growers achieve high yields with sustainable solutions and a wide selection of products, including Loveland Products, ProvenSeed, and Dyna-GroSeed, along with financial, custom application and precision ag services. With nearly 26,000 employees, we operate a world-class network of production, distribution, and ag retail facilities to serve growers and strive for a more profitable, sustainable, and secure future for all stakeholders. This is a full-time sales position with significant agronomy involvement. You will work with growers to advise on crop plans, collect and analyze soil samples, advise on timing for pre-burn, seeding, herbicide spraying, fungicide spraying, and harvest preparation and timing. You will also develop fertilizer and pesticide plans and conduct crop scouting for emergence, disease, and insect pressure. The role is based in Smoky Lake, AB. You may assist with operations duties during busy seasons, including loading and delivering seed and chemicals, and helping with fertilizer blends and logistics, among other duties as needed. What You Will Do Recommend appropriate Nutrien products and fertilizer products to customers. Identify, procure and care for grower demonstration plots for varietal comparison purposes. Gather, compile, analyze and interpret test results and prepare progress reports. Design and inspect program experiments, records, notes and seasonal staff logbooks. Ensure that seeding, fertility and pesticide applications occur when weather conditions are optimal. Regularly search for new opportunities to enhance or expand the companys market presence. Plan and conduct field testing of designated research material using defined methods to ensure accuracy and optimize results under experimental protocol. Interact with Division and Branch Management to convey results and provide recommendations based on knowledge of marketing requirements. Distribute varietal information and recommendations to staff and customers; attend and participate in customer information meetings; present technical information related to seed varieties and other marketing programs. Liaise with appropriate industry contacts. Assist in promotion and recommendation of Proven Seed varieties, Loveland Products and Echelon services to farm customers through product knowledge and local field trials. Identify local weed species and be familiar with the biology and control of local pests. Interpret soil and tissue tests and recommend best practices for soil fertility management for local customers. Understand proper method for soil or tissue testing for customers. What You Will Bring Grade 12 or recognized equivalent, supplemented with Certificate in Agriculture, Agri-Business Certificate, or equivalent post-secondary education. 2+ years of applied agronomy and/or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Valid class 5 drivers license. Additional Information The estimated salary listed by Indeed, Glassdoor and LinkedIn does not represent Nutrien's compensation structure. Nutrien is an equal opportunity employer; we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. This job will remain posted until filled. You may be required to undergo a background check and may be required to undergo a substance test. Applicants must meet minimum age requirements, as permitted by law. Our Recruitment Process: Application > Resume Review > Pre-screen/Interview > Offer > Pre-Employment Conditions > Welcome to Nutrien To stay connected and hear about the latest job postings, follow Nutrien on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and X. #J-18808-Ljbffr