Officer - Extension

Job Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Farmer Development & Extension Activities
Identify and enroll new farmers for oil palm cultivation in the assigned area.
Conduct regular farmer visits and provide technical guidance on nursery management, planting, irrigation, nutrition, and pest & disease management.
Organize field demonstrations, farmer meetings, awareness programs, and training sessions.
Build strong relationships with farmers and local community stakeholders.
Plantation Monitoring
Monitor plantation establishment and maintenance activities.
Ensure recommended agronomic practices are followed by farmers.
Track plantation growth, survival rates, and productivity.
Assist farmers in resolving crop-related issues promptly.
Area Expansion
Identify potential villages and farmers for oil palm expansion.
Achieve annual plantation and area expansion targets.
Coordinate with government departments and local authorities for plantation development programs.
Data Collection & Reporting
Maintain accurate records of farmer details, plantation area, and crop performance.
Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly activity reports.
Update field data in prescribed software/applications.
Monitor FFB harvesting schedules and yield information.
Farmer Service & Support
Facilitate timely supply of quality planting material, fertilizers, and other inputs.
Support implementation of company schemes and farmer welfare initiatives.
Address farmer grievances and coordinate for resolution.
Compliance & Coordination
Ensure adherence to company policies and agronomic standards.
Coordinate with processing units, field staff, and support teams.
Support sustainability and quality improvement initiatives.
Educational Qualification
B.Sc. Agriculture / B.Tech Agriculture Engineering / Diploma in Agriculture
Any equivalent qualification in Agriculture, Horticulture, or related disciplines.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
New plantation area achieved (acres/hectares).
Number of farmers enrolled.
Plantation survival percentage.
Farmer engagement and training programs conducted.
FFB production and productivity improvement.
Accuracy and timeliness of field reports.
Farmer satisfaction and grievance resolution.
Working Conditions
Extensive field travel across villages and plantations.
Interaction with farmers, government officials, and local stakeholders.
Outdoor work in varied climatic conditions.
This JD is aligned with the typical responsibilities of an Officer - Extension role in the Godrej Agrovet Oil Palm Business, focusing on farmer outreach, area expansion, plantation development, and productivity enhancement.
Work Experience
2-4 years
Benefits
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Work arrangement
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