Extension Agronomist

16 hours ago

Toowoomba, Queensland, Australia DLF Seeds Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

DLF Seeds is a market leading proprietary seed company operating across each state of Australia.  We focus on all aspects of the seed market, from R&D to product supply and technical support for customers.

Our values are built on a foundation of acting with respect, trust, and integrity.  It's important to us that we are empowering our people, creatinginnovation and entrepreneurship, realising global synergies, and operating in an environmentally sustainable way.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Extension Agronomist to drive the growth and success of our forage seed business (including tropical and subtropical) in Australia. This role involves a farm system approach to position our seed portfolio effectively for maximum impact. The successful candidate will provide technical and product support to sales teams, coordinate trial site establishment for testing and training, and serve as a key representative for tropical forage species across internal and external stakeholder engagements.

This position covers the entire supply chain, from initial product concept to market strategy, including overseeing high-grade seed production and supporting sales and marketing teams with technical expertise.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct market and farming systems analysis to optimise seed portfolio positioning.
  • Provide technical and product support to sales teams.
  • Establish and manage trial sites for testing, demonstration, and training.
  • Represent northern forage species in stakeholder engagements.
  • Support high-grade seed production, including early breeding seed bulk-ups.
  • Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to provide technical expertise.

Qualifications & Skills:

  • A tertiary qualification in a relevant field and or at least five years of experience in a similar agricultural role.
  • Knowledge of Australia's tropical and subtropical farming systems (preferred).
  • Strong understanding of agronomy, including soil science, crop production, and plant physiology.
  • Informed on the latest research and developments in agronomic practices and technologies.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with clients, farmers, and colleagues.
  • Experience in developing and delivering training programs on agronomic practices and product usage.

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of an industry-leading team driving innovation in tropical and subtropical forage solutions.
  • Training and career development within a professional global Agricultural organisation
  • Work in a dynamic and supportive environment that values collaboration and professional growth.
  • Engage with a diverse network of clients, researchers, and industry experts.
  • Competitive salary package, please advise us of your salary requirements

How to Apply:

DLF Seeds is committed to creating long lasting, successful careers for our people. If you believe you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role, we would like to hear from you.

To apply, please click apply and you will be taken to our parent company careers website. Please submit your resume, cover letter and complete the online application.

For a confidential discussion regarding the role please contact Isaac Berry, Technical Services Manager on

A full position description is available for this role upon request by emailing

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