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"Tweeting Growers"
Top 5 -yesterday
- Picture time! Recap of IPM 2023
- "Ultrapure peroxide leads to lower plant mortality and increased disease control"
- Pure Flavor brings on industry veteran Joe Sbrocchi
- CAN (ON): University of Guelph research makes growing greenhouse industry more efficient
- Combatting ToBRFV with new varieties Ferreira and Novero
Top 5 -last week
- Combining vertical farming and greenhouse horticulture to decentralize lettuce production
- Fresh produce chain hit by Lakeside Produce’s bankruptcy
- Positive vibes on the first day of IPM '23
- Growy acquires assets and team of Kalera International (&ever)
- CAN: Land Betterment acquires 50% ownership in greenhouse operations
Top 5 -last month
- How farmers are cutting out supermarkets
- Combining vertical farming and greenhouse horticulture to decentralize lettuce production
- Higher light transmission and lower heat demand with double foil greenhouse
- Fresh produce chain hit by Lakeside Produce’s bankruptcy
- 30MHz declared bankrupt, curator 'optimistic about restart'
Grower
SATCCO is a significant player in the fruit and vegetable business and employs a variety of initiatives to ensure its activities minimise the impact on the environment. The company is experiencing high growth and is looking for passionate growers to join the farm production team in Griffith and Taree NSW.
The role
This full-time, permanent, position is critical to the development of our business and will oversee the greenhouse tomato production from preparation, irrigation, fertigation, and seeding, through to picking of all vegetable crops. The successful applicant will report directly to the Head Grower and gradually assume more leadership responsibilities in the production team. You will have the opportunity to step up as the Head Grower within 1-2 years if sufficient skills can be demonstrated.
Key requirements
- Minimum 5 year's experience in management within the horticulture industry.
- Extensive experience with greenhouse tomato production.
- Skilled in crop health, planning, and pest control management.
- Tertiary qualifications in horticulture will be highly regarded.
- Excellent communication skill
- Flexibility in hours
- Work to achieve targets.
- Sound knowledge of WH&S requirements.
- Chemical user certificate
- Valid Drivers Licence and Forklift Licence
- Other relevant industry courses such as First Aid.
What we offer:
Competitive salary and other benefits.
To apply, go to: https://www.seek.com.au/job/59400123?type=standard#sol=ab512b3c38486f65259b4944b9c1869e50935264
Please include a resume, three references, and a cover letter highlighting your experience and interest in this position.
