Career Spotlight: Agronomist

Science, Data, and Decision-Making on the Farm

Agronomists play a vital role in regional agriculture, helping farmers make informed decisions to maximise crop yield, profitability, and sustainability. In the Great Southern and Wheatbelt, these crop and soil specialists combine science, data, and field observations to advise on soil health, crop nutrition, weeds, pests, and diseases.

A typical day might include inspecting crops, collecting soil and plant data, supporting crop trials, and analysing paddock or yield data. Agronomists also provide advice to farmers throughout the season, helping implement sustainable and regenerative practices.

Career entry often begins with a Certificate III–IV in Agriculture or related fields, or a university degree in Agricultural Science, Agronomy, or Crop Science. From there, graduates can advance to Crop Consultant, Production Agronomist, or Senior Agronomist, with optional postgraduate specialisations in Precision Agronomy, Soil Health, or Research.

Local employers include family-owned and corporate farms, independent agronomy consultancies, grower groups, DPIRD research farms, and agribusiness companies.

For students and job seekers, agronomy offers a hands-on, science-based career with real impact on sustainable farming and regional communities.

Science you can see working – start your career as an agronomist today.

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