Summit Recruitment & Search Avocado Orchard Manager Jobs in Kenya

Summit Recruitment & Search Avocado Orchard Manager Jobs in Kenya; This role requires a combination of horticultural expertise, strong management skills, and hands-on experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the overall health and productivity of the orchard, ensuring the efficient and sustainable production of high-quality fruit. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in avocado cultivation and harvesting.

Key Responsibilities:

Overseeing all aspects of avocado tree care, including planting, pruning, fertilization, and irrigation.

Monitoring tree health and implementing pest and disease control measures

Developing and implementing production plans to maximize yield and quality.

Supervising and training orchard staff and Scheduling work assignments and ensuring efficient operations.

Managing irrigation systems and other farm equipment.

Seed selection and propagation: Overseeing the selection of healthy seeds and the propagation of avocado seedlings.

Grafting and budding: Managing the grafting process to ensure the production of high-quality, disease-resistant trees.

Nursery maintenance: Maintaining optimal growing conditions in the nursery, including irrigation, fertilization, and pest control.

Site preparation: Planning and executing site preparation, including soil testing, land clearing, and terracing.

Planting layout: Designing and

implementing optimal planting layouts to maximize orchard productivity.

Qualifications:

Minimum degree in horticulture, agriculture, or a related field is often preferred.

Extensive experience in orchard management, preferably with avocados – Above 8years.

Strong knowledge of avocado cultivation practices.

Ability to manage and motivate a team.

Excellent organizational and communication skills

Knowledge of irrigation systems, pest management, and fertilization techniques.

Ability to operate and maintain farm equipment.

Strong understanding of budgeting and financial controls.

Practical knowledge of good agricultural practices.

Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

How to Apply

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