Corteva Agriscience, one of the world’s most respected and innovative agricultural science companies, is seeking a highly motivated and passionate Agronomy Specialist based in Johnston, Iowa, USA. This is a career-defining opportunity to join a global leader in sustainable agriculture solutions, providing expert agronomic support to farmers, conducting field research, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and helping shape the future of modern farming. If you have a strong background in agronomy, crop science, or sustainable agriculture and a genuine commitment to making a positive impact on food systems and the environment, Corteva wants to hear from you.
About Corteva Agriscience — Global Agriculture Innovation Leader
Company: Corteva Agriscience — one of the world’s largest and most innovative pure-play agriculture companies
Mission: Providing sustainable agriculture solutions that help farmers increase yields and protect the environment
HQ Location: Johnston, Iowa — heart of the United States’ most productive agricultural region
Global Reach: Operating in over 140 countries with industry-leading seed, crop protection, and digital solutions
Innovation Focus: Pioneering research in sustainable farming, crop science, and agronomic data analytics
Career Opportunity — Agronomy at Corteva, Iowa USA
World-Class Employer: Join a Fortune 500 agriculture company committed to science-driven sustainable farming solutions
Meaningful Impact: Directly support farmers in increasing yields while protecting the environment and natural resources
Broad Exposure: Work across sales, marketing, research, and customer-facing agronomy functions
Career Growth: Strong advancement pathway to senior agronomist, regional agriculture lead, or research management roles
Position Overview
This Agronomy Specialist role at Corteva Agriscience in Johnston, Iowa is a high-impact, customer-facing position at the forefront of sustainable agriculture innovation. The successful candidate will provide expert agronomic support directly to Corteva’s customers, conduct ongoing field research, collaborate with internal sales and R&D teams, deliver training on agronomy best practices, and represent the Corteva brand at industry events and trade shows. The role combines deep scientific agronomy knowledge with strong relationship management and commercial instincts — making it ideal for a motivated agriculture professional who thrives in both field and office environments. A genuine passion for sustainable farming, crop science innovation, and data-driven agronomy is central to success in this role at one of America’s most admired agriculture companies.
Why This Role Matters: As an Agronomy Specialist at Corteva in Johnston, Iowa, you stand at the intersection of science, sustainability, and real-world farming impact — advising customers on crop solutions, driving product innovation through field insights, collaborating with world-class R&D and marketing teams, and contributing directly to Corteva’s global mission of helping farmers feed a growing world more sustainably. This is not just a job — it is a chance to shape the future of agriculture.
Key Responsibilities
Expert Agronomic Customer Support
- Provide expert agronomic guidance and recommendations directly to Corteva’s farming and agriculture customers
- Answer technical questions, troubleshoot crop-related issues, and deliver tailored sustainable agriculture solutions
- Conduct regular on-site farm visits to provide hands-on support and live demonstrations of Corteva products
- Build and maintain strong, trust-based customer relationships to better understand individual farm needs and challenges
Research, Innovation & Industry Knowledge
- Conduct ongoing agronomy research and stay current with the latest crop science innovations and sustainable farming practices
- Analyse field data, agronomic performance metrics, and research findings to generate actionable product insights
- Use data analytics tools to identify market trends, customer patterns, and opportunities to improve Corteva’s offerings
- Contribute agronomic expertise to internal product development and innovation discussions and R&D initiatives
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Corteva’s internal sales, marketing, and research teams on new product development and promotional activities
- Contribute field-level agronomic insights that help shape product positioning, marketing messages, and customer strategies
- Partner with research teams on trial design, field evaluation programmes, and agronomic performance assessments
- Align product and service recommendations with Corteva’s broader sustainability and innovation mission
Training, Education & Knowledge Sharing
- Develop and deliver engaging training sessions for customers on agronomy best practices and new Corteva product offerings
- Share expertise with internal colleagues and sales teams to strengthen the overall agronomic knowledge base
- Create educational content, field guides, and technical resources that support customer decision-making and product adoption
- Represent Corteva at industry conferences, agricultural trade shows, and regional farming events across the USA
Business Growth & Relationship Management
- Proactively identify opportunities to expand Corteva’s customer base and drive sales growth through agronomic expertise
- Develop strategic relationships with key agricultural stakeholders, farmers, cooperatives, and industry influencers
- Align customer engagement strategies with Corteva’s commercial goals, values, and sustainable agriculture mission
- Continuously seek out market whitespace and new business opportunities across the Iowa and wider Midwest agriculture region
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Crop Science, Agriculture, Plant Science, or a closely related scientific discipline
- Advanced degree or professional agronomy certifications (e.g. CCA — Certified Crop Adviser) are a strong advantage
Experience Requirements
- Proven experience in agronomy, crop science, sustainable agriculture, or a closely related field-based technical role
- Hands-on experience providing agronomic support, crop recommendations, or technical guidance to farming customers
- Previous exposure to agricultural research, field trials, or data-driven agronomy decision-making is highly advantageous
Essential Skills & Attribute
- Strong and deep knowledge of agronomy, sustainable farming practices, crop protection, and soil science
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills — able to engage confidently with farmers and agricultural professionals
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret agronomic data and provide practical, evidence-based recommendations
- Motivated self-starter with a passion for sustainable agriculture, innovation, and making a genuine environmental impact
- Comfortable with regular travel to customer farm sites and industry events across the Iowa and Midwest region
- Strong alignment with Corteva’s values, mission, and commitment to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship
About Corteva Agriscience — Johnston, Iowa USA
Corteva Agriscience is one of the world’s leading pure-play agriculture companies, headquartered in Johnston, Iowa — the heartland of American farming. Born from the agricultural heritage of DowDuPont, Corteva is dedicated to enriching the lives of those who produce and consume food, while building a sustainable future for agriculture. The company develops industry-leading seeds, crop protection products, and digital agriculture tools that help farmers around the world grow more with less — maximising yields while minimising environmental impact. With operations spanning over 140 countries, Corteva is a global employer of choice for agronomy, crop science, and sustainable agriculture professionals who want to build meaningful, high-impact careers at the frontier of modern farming.
Career Excellence: Join Corteva Agriscience in Johnston, Iowa — work with the world’s best agronomy and crop science teams, support American farmers with expert sustainable solutions, and build a rewarding, purpose-driven agriculture career.
Who Should Apply?
- Crop Science Graduates: With agronomy backgrounds and a passion for sustainable farming solutions looking for Iowa USA roles
- Certified Crop Advisers (CCA): Experienced agronomists ready to join a global agriculture leader in Johnston, Iowa
- Agricultural Research Professionals: With field trial, data analysis, and crop science expertise seeking Corteva careers
- Farm-Facing Agronomy Specialists: Experienced in customer support, crop recommendations, and on-site agricultural demonstrations
- Sustainable Agriculture Advocates: With deep agronomy knowledge who want to make a real-world environmental and farming impact
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