production officer

Job SummaryThe Seed Production Officer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and supervising all activities related to seed production. This includes identifying growers, managing field operations, ensuring genetic and physical purity of the seed, and meeting quantity and quality standards as per company requirements. Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Planning: Develop and execute annual seed production plans in coordination with the production team. Estimate seed requirements and determine appropriate production areas. Grower ManagementIdentify, recruit, and train contract growers/farmers for seed production. Maintain strong relationships and provide technical support to growers. Field Supervision AgronomyMonitor all agronomic practices to ensure compliance with quality standards. Conduct field inspections at different crop stages to ensure crop health and seed purity. Manage pest and disease control measures. Quality AssuranceEnsure genetic purity, germination rates, and physical quality of produced seeds. Coordinate with the quality control team for sampling and testing. Harvest Post-HarvestSupervise harvest, threshing, drying, cleaning, and storage operations. Ensure timely transport of harvested seed to processing units. Data Management ReportingMaintain production records, grower agreements, and performance evaluations. Prepare weekly/monthly production reports for internal stakeholders. Qualifications**Qualifications Skills: B.Sc. / M.Sc. in Agriculture, Agronomy, or Seed Technology 2–5 years of experience in seed production (vegetables/cereals/pulses preferred) Strong knowledge of seed production practices and quality parameters Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., Seed Act, ISTA standards) Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills Willingness to travel and work in field conditions**Additional Information Desirable AttributesCertification or training in Seed Certification/Field InspectionKnowledge of hybrid seed production techniquesLocal language proficiencyCompensationExperience working with smallholder farmers or contract farming modelsAs Per Industry Standards And Based On Experience.Email_id

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