The Agronomist Intern assists in promoting and servicing the proper use of crop protection products, plant food, seed, precision, and other services offered at Key Cooperative to area producers by building customer relationships that help grow agronomy sales for Key Cooperative.
Crop Scouting- Stages crops as well as identifying pests, nutrient deficiencies, and evaluating overall crop conditions.
- Collect soil and plant tissue samples to be analyzed for deficiencies and overall plant health.
- Complete scouting reports on a timely basis and send back to the sales agronomist on a timely basis for further followup.
- Communicate with the grower after a field has been scouted. Give the customer an overall summary of the crop and conditions.
Marketing and Promotions- Assist with Key Cooperative promotional and marketing activities.
- Assist the sales agronomist field days and other grower events.
- Install and maintain field signage such as, but not limited to, seed corn, seed bean, and SUSTAIN signs.
Customer Service- Assist sales agronomists and locational staff in preparing and delivering product to customers.
- Keep the location manager informed of operational, customer, vendors, or employee issues that may arise.
- Promote the business with existing and potential customers.
- Project a positive attitude to customers and employees at all times; exhibit good customer relations skills.
Other Responsibilities- Assist with loading and unloading outbound and inbound inventory such as seed, chemicals, fertilizer, and feed.
- Assist in maintaining Key Cooperative facilities and equipment.
- Read and follow company employee policies. • Accept additional responsibilities as directed by sales & marketing manager, location manager, and sales agronomist.
- Continuously follow the company safety guidelines, policies, and safety programs established by Key Cooperative.
Education and/or Experience- Attending a four-year college or university; or a minimum of one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations About Key Cooperative Key is a member-owned, rural Iowa cooperative serving agriculture producers. With locations in 13 communities and 6 counties, Key Cooperative provides Agronomy, Energy, Feed, and Grain with a small-town, yet professional feel. Our employees take pride in our identity and they’re committed to the success of our owners by delivering innovation, leadership, and performance.