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Agronomy Specialist
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What they do
A Food or Agricultural Technician assists agricultural and food scientists with research and testing related to safety and quality control. May focus on testing and lab analysis for animal crops and animal feed, or focus on testing and lab analysis for food, food crops, processed food, food additives and food containers.
$37,908 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
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Between $70k and
$80k
Per Year DOE (Depends on Experience)
Position range in Lubbock County $29k
- $40k Per Year Agronomy Specialist
DAIRY FARMERS OF AMERICA INC
Occupation:
Precision Agriculture Technicians
Location:
Lubbock, TX
- 79424
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment
Posted:
09/04/2026
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
09/07/2026
Expires:
10/04/2026
Job #: 17065485
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
Bachelor's Degree Experience
60 Month(s) DL
Required Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Public Transit
Available Benefits Help for . Job #36783
General Purpose:
Generate sales and provide technical support for optimizing crop production on dairy operations. Sell and support all agronomic products offered by DFA Farm Supplies (DFA FS) through direct interactions with DFA Farmer Owners and DFA FS Sales Teams. Identify and develop trusted relationships with DFA Farmer Owners and industry partners in the agronomic arena. Preferred candidate locations are Amarillo TX or Lubbock TX. Could also consider candidates in Denver, CO or Kansas City, KS.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Coordinate with DFA FS Area Sales Managers and Sales Associates on technical agronomy sales visits with DFA Farmer Owners
Develop consultative relationships with DFA Farmer Owners
Document all interactions in SalesForce within 24 hours
Consistently schedule visits with DFA Farmer Owner operations to build a working knowledge and expertise of agronomic conditions across the defined area of the U.S.
Oversee all aspects of field trials with industry partners and provide analytical feedback for review
Coordinate, attend, and present at industry trade shows, farm field days, DFA membership meetings, and other events as necessary
Utilize DFS FS marketing resources for targeted outreach and own the process of follow up/follow through with prospects
Advocate for DFA Farmer Owners needs and expectations through deep relationships with DFA teams of Sustainability, Farm Practices and others
The requirements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employee, but is not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Other duties may be assigned as required
Minimum Requirements:
Education and Experience BS. in Business Management or Crop Science with a minimum of 5 years experience and proven success in direct, on-farm sales and support of agronomic inputs or the equivalent of direct business experience
Certification and/or License
- N/A Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Working knowledge of high value agronomic inputs for cattle feed production
Familiarity with dairy farms and dairy farming practices of crop production
Able to effectively manage time and organize multiple activities within a large geographic area with minimal supervision
Highly motivated and able to work independently
Able to manage multiple relationships to coordinate the fulfillment of products and services to DFA Farmer Owners
Excellent communication skills to educate DFA Farmer Owners and industry partners on the benefits of a DFA FS relationship
Must be able to read, write and speak English
Travel:
50
- 75% (up to 2 weeks per month) An Equal Opportunity Employer including
Disabled/Veterans Salary:
$70000
- $80000 / year If you're interested, apply here: Agronomy Sales Specialist
- Lubbock, TX
- Dairy Farmers of America | Dairy Farmers of America Careers
Benefits
- Dental Insurance