Key Responsibilities
Potato Contract Farming
Develop and execute the annual potato contract farming plan based on requirements.
Identify, onboard and maintain relationships with suitable growers.
Ensure timely farmer registration, acreage planning, seed booking and crop planning.
Monitor contracted acreage and expected crop production throughout the season.
Crop Production & Agronomy
Guide farmers on seed selection, planting, fertilizer schedules, irrigation, spray programs and harvesting practices.
Monitor crop health and take corrective action against pest, disease, weather and other crop-related challenges.
Ensure implementation of recommended agricultural practices to achieve required yield and quality.
Conduct regular field visits and provide technical consultancy to growers.
Potato Procurement & Supply
Plan and execute potato procurement according to requirements.
Ensure timely harvesting, collection, transportation and delivery of potatoes to the plant and customers.
Maintain continuity of raw-material supply and minimize shortages during production.
Coordinate with Plant, Procurement, Quality, Stores and Production teams for smooth material movement.
Seed Management
Prepare potato seed requirement and booking plan for the season.
Ensure timely distribution of quality seed to contracted growers.
Maintain proper records of seed allocation, distribution and farmer-wise utilization.
Monitor seed performance and take corrective action where required.
Cold Storage Management
Monitor cold storage operations and ensure proper storage conditions for potatoes.
Ensure adherence to prescribed storage parameters and organizational guidelines.
Coordinate timely movement of potatoes from cold storage to plant as per requirement.
Minimize storage losses, deterioration and quality rejection.
Quality Management
Ensure potatoes supplied to the plant & customers meet defined quality specifications.
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📌 Agro Head Himatnagar (India)
🏢 GREENFAY FARM FOODS
📍 India
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