Corteva Agriscience, one of the world’s leading pure-play agriculture science companies, is hiring a talented Production Agronomist to join its team in Jackson, Minnesota. This is your opportunity to help build the future of agriculture — solving the world’s food problems through innovation, technology, and people-first leadership. You will manage seed field production processes, coach contracted growers, oversee field inspection teams, drive agronomic excellence, and be part of a company that genuinely believes in making the world a better place through science, sustainability, and seed quality. Relocation assistance is offered for qualified candidates. No visa sponsorship available — US work authorization required.
About Corteva Agriscience
Industry Position: One of the world’s largest and most innovative pure-play agriculture science companies — a global leader in seed, crop protection, and digital agronomy
Mission: Solving the world’s food problems through science, innovation, technology, and putting people first across every operation and every market
Jackson MN Operations: A key Corteva seed production facility in the heart of America’s most productive agricultural region — Southwest Minnesota
Innovation Focus: Pioneering precision agronomy, digital agriculture systems, GPS mapping, and advanced seed production science to feed the world sustainably
Culture: Inclusive, safety-first, sustainability-driven workplace where diverse talent is celebrated and individual growth is actively invested in from day one
Why This Corteva Production Agronomist Role Stands Out
Competitive Salary + Annual Bonus: $74,530–$93,160 base salary with an annual performance bonus — one of the strongest agronomist compensation packages in Minnesota
Relocation Assistance: Corteva offers relocation support for qualified candidates moving to Jackson, MN — making this opportunity accessible from anywhere in the USA
Career Development: Numerous development opportunities, tuition reimbursement, and a competitive retirement savings plan within a global agriculture science leader
Day-One Benefits: Health insurance for you and your family starting on your very first day of employment — one of the most compelling benefits packages in US agriculture
Position Overview
The Production Agronomist at Corteva Agriscience Jackson, MN is a field-based, team leadership role at the heart of the company’s seed production operations. You will oversee acreage planning, grower relations, field inspection programs, nutrient and herbicide recommendations, integrated pest management (IPM), harvest processes, and safety program management — while developing your leadership skills by managing and training a team of field inspectors. This role blends agronomic expertise with people management, strategic planning, and cross-functional collaboration across Corteva’s Jackson facility. If you are passionate about seed science, precision agriculture, and building high-performing field teams, this is the agronomist career opportunity you have been waiting for in Minnesota.
Why This Role Matters: As Production Agronomist at Corteva Jackson, you are on the front line of solving one of humanity’s most pressing challenges — feeding a growing world population sustainably and efficiently. Every seed field you manage, every grower you coach, and every yield improvement you drive directly contributes to Corteva’s mission of delivering the world’s next generation of high-performance crops. Your agronomic expertise creates a ripple effect that stretches from the fields of Minnesota to dinner tables around the globe.
Key Responsibilities
Acreage Planning & Grower Relations
- Oversee comprehensive acreage planning, production strategy, logistics coordination, and resource allocation for all seed field activities across Corteva’s Jackson, MN production footprint
- Manage all aspects of grower relations — including contract management, conflict resolution, field information sharing, and maintaining strong, productive relationships with contracted seed growers across the region
- Coach contracted seed growers on agronomic improvement opportunities — providing expert recommendations on crop management practices that directly enhance seed yields and quality for Corteva’s Jackson production program
Agronomic Technical Expertise & Field Management
- Serve as a technical agronomy expert across a broad range of field activities including nutrient management, herbicide recommendations, integrated pest management (IPM), field inspections, pollination oversight, and harvest process management
- Keep current on the latest agronomic practices, government agricultural programs, and environmental regulations related to all phases of seed production — applying this knowledge to continuously improve Corteva’s Jackson production outcomes
- Work directly with government certifying agencies to ensure all seed production standards, certification requirements, and regulatory compliance obligations are consistently met across the production program
- Evaluate and analyze the local competitive seed environment to ensure Corteva’s Jackson operation maintains its agronomic leadership and competitive production advantage in Southwest Minnesota
Team Leadership & Field Inspector Management
- Train, lead, and manage a dedicated team of field inspectors at the Jackson facility — setting clear performance expectations, providing hands-on coaching, and building a high-functioning, engaged field team aligned with Corteva’s production goals
- Establish and support individual and team performance goals that are realistic, attainable, and directly aligned with Corteva’s overall seed production business strategy and quality objectives for the Jackson location
- Balance workloads, motivate team members, and foster a collaborative, safety-first work culture that encourages innovation, intelligent risk-taking, and creative problem-solving across the field inspection team
Safety, Planning & Strategic Operations
- Oversee the plant safety program at the Jackson location — promoting, implementing, and enforcing safety, health, and environmentally sound practices through active management of all assigned safety programs and protocols
- Participate actively in strategic planning, budgetary reviews, quality assurance, safety programs, and workforce management decisions for employees and contractors across the Jackson seed production operation
- Work closely with Corteva’s local sales teams to align production planning with market demand, customer requirements, and commercial sales forecasts for the Jackson facility’s seed output
- Ensure accurate data collection, entry, and reporting for all production metrics — meeting targeted yield parameters and other planning KPIs as directed by the company’s Jackson production management team
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Agronomy, Agribusiness, Crop Science, Plant Science, Agriculture, or a closely related agricultural discipline is required for this Production Agronomist position
Experience & Core Skills
- At least one year of hands-on experience in agronomy, field science, agribusiness, seed production, or a directly related agricultural field — with general seed production knowledge and familiarity with sound agricultural practices
- Demonstrated experience leading, developing, and sustaining high-functioning, engaged work teams in agricultural, production, or field operations environments
- Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills — with the proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced agricultural production environment and quickly adapt to seasonal changes and unexpected field challenges
- Proven computer proficiency including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint — along with the ability to quickly learn and adapt to new agricultural software systems and digital agronomy platforms
- Strong verbal and written communication skills essential for grower relations, team leadership, regulatory agency coordination, and internal reporting
- Valid US driver’s license in good standing — with willingness and ability to work extended hours during peak agronomic seasons as required by the biological nature of seed production
What Makes You Stand Out — Preferred Qualifications
✅ Commercial Pesticide Applicators License — Preferred certification for herbicide and chemical application management
✅ Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) Certification — Highly preferred for agronomic credibility and technical depth
✅ UAV / Drone Pilot Certification — Preferred for precision ag field inspection and crop monitoring applications
✅ Digital Agronomy Systems Knowledge — GPS mapping, precision ag equipment monitors, and digital field management platforms
✅ People Management / Supervisory Experience — Prior experience leading field teams, inspectors, or agricultural production crews
About Corteva Agriscience
Corteva Agriscience is one of the world’s largest and most innovative pure-play agriculture science companies — dedicated to enriching the lives of those who produce and those who consume food, while building resilience in agriculture to protect the planet. With a portfolio spanning seed genetics, crop protection, and digital agriculture, Corteva operates at the cutting edge of agricultural science — developing the next generation of high-performance seeds, sustainable crop protection solutions, and precision agronomy tools that help farmers produce more with less impact. At the Jackson, Minnesota facility, Corteva’s production team plays a direct role in developing the seed innovations that farmers across the US and around the world depend on every growing season.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Corteva Agriscience is committed to equal opportunity employment. Qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. Note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. US work authorization is required.
Who Should Apply?
- Agronomy Graduates & Field Scientists: With 1+ year of agronomy, seed science, or agribusiness experience seeking a career-building role with one of the world’s leading agriculture companies in Minnesota
- Certified Crop Advisors (CCA): Looking to step into a Production Agronomist role with team leadership responsibility, competitive salary, and full benefits at Corteva Agriscience Jackson
- Seed Production Professionals: With grower relations, field inspection, IPM, or harvest management experience ready to advance their agronomic career within a globally recognized precision agriculture organization
- Agricultural Team Leaders: With people management or field supervisor experience in agronomy or crop science seeking a high-impact, mission-driven role with a company committed to feeding the world
- Precision Agriculture Specialists: With GPS mapping, digital agronomy systems, or UAV pilot experience looking to combine technology and field agronomy expertise in a forward-thinking seed production environment
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