Research Agronomist at Dyson Farming

Dyson Farming is a family-owned business, with a vision to benefit future generations through a commitment to commercially viable and environmentally sustainable food production at scale.  We strive to be industry leaders in efficient, carbon-neutral, high-technology agriculture, employing highly skilled, pioneering people and supported by research and development in an ever-closer partnership with our sister company, Dyson.  We see the future of agriculture as an exciting opportunity to improve the nation’s food security, health, and economic growth.

Requirements

• Provide expert agronomic and technical support for the Dyson Farming’s agronomy research portfolio (herbicides, fungicides, varieties, nutrition biologicals).
• Translate complex R&D data into actionable insights for Dyson Farming Research members and internal teams at Dyson Farming.
• Produce and deliver knowledge transfer materials including presentations, technical bulletins, presentations, and digital content tailored to growers, advisors, and industry stakeholders.
• Manage precision farming projects across the business, ensuring effective use of data-driven tools and technologies to support decision-making, improve input efficiency, and enhance crop performance.
• Engage with our grower members through field days, technical workshops, webinars, and direct consultations to share findings and gather feedback.
• Collaborate with farm managers, agronomists, and external trial customers to ensure research is grounded in practical farming realities and supports operational decision-making.
• Evaluate the impact of research adoption and knowledge transfer activities across the Dyson Farming network.

Person specification

• Proven experience in commercial farming, agronomy, or agricultural consultancy, ideally within large-scale or progressive farming systems.
• Strong technical background in agricultural science, soil science, crop management, precision farming technology or related disciplines.
• Experience with pest and disease prediction modelling, including the use of forecasting tools and data-driven decision support systems.
• BASIS and FACTs qualified.
• Demonstrated ability to translate research into practice, with a track record of delivering value on-farm.
• Excellent communication skills, with experience communicating technical content for diverse audiences.
• Comfortable working in both field and office environments.
• Familiarity with data analysis tools and digital platforms for knowledge dissemination.
• Comfortable working across disciplines, from crop management to drone technology, no two days are the same.
• Full driving licence

Benefits

• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Life assurance;
• Pension scheme;
• Charitable Giving via payroll (Give as You Earn);
• Cycle to work scheme;
• Free annual flu jab;
• Free eye test;
• Employee Assistant Programme;
• Access to product discounts;
• Organised social events;
• Free parking.