? Now Hiring: Assistant Grower – Strawberries (Hydroponics/CEA)
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We’re building a next-generation strawberry farm near Rural Bengaluru using controlled workplace agriculture (CEA) and hydroponic systems - and we’re looking for an Assistant Grower to drive it forward.
This is a hands-on leadership role at the intersection of plant science, operations, and team management. You’ll be working alongside the Head Agronomist and responsible for coordinating and translating crop strategy into consistent, high-quality yield at scale.
Location: Nelamangala (Bengaluru outskirts)
Type: Full-time To apply:
Email your CV and a short note on your experience to
[email protected]
Subject line: Assistant Grower – Strawberry
Role responsibilities:
- Own end-to-end strawberry production in a hydroponic setup (Vertical systems)
- Fine-tune climate, irrigation, and nutrition parameters (DLI, VPD, EC, pH)
- Design and execute planting schedules, harvest plans,
and yield projections
- Implement and manage IPM programs with a focus on biological controls
- Lead, train, and coordinate a team of 10+ technicians with a Co-Lead and Head Agronomist
- Establish SOPs, monitor and record performance data, and deliver timely, actionable reports to the Founders and Cross-functional Leads
We’re looking for someone who:
- Has 1-2 years of experience in CEA, hydroponics, or protected cultivation
- Understands crop steering, fertigation, and climate systems in depth
- Has managed on-ground farm teams in a production environment
- Is communicative, collaborative, and accountable
- Is data-oriented and comfortable making decisions from crop + system metrics
- Holds a degree in Agronomy, Horticulture, Plant Science, or related field
What you’ll get:
- Competitive compensation aligned to experience
- On-site accommodation
- A high-ownership role with rapid learning and growth
📌 Assistant Grower – Strawberries (Hydroponics/CEA) (Nelamangala Town)
🏢 Fragaria
📍 Nelamangala Town