Immediately Need Extension Associate - Horticulture in Frankfort, KY

Job title: Extension Associate - Horticulture Company: Kentucky State University Job description: TITLE: Extension Associate-Horticulture (reputed company Louisville) DEPARTMENT: Community Resource Development (CRD) REPORTS TO: Program Leader CRD EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will remain open until filled EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt Internal Candidates are Encouraged to Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment reputed company PRINCIPAL PURPOSE OF JOB: The Extension Associate in Horticulture for Container Farming will be responsible for providing expertise and support to individuals, organizations, and communities interested in implementing and optimizing container farming practices. This role involves offering guidance, conducting research, delivering educational programs, and promoting sustainable and efficient container farming techniques. The Extension Horticulturist will serve as a valuable resource to enhance productivity, improve crop quality, and address challenges reputed company to container farming. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• reputed company Learning Experiences and Workshops
• Provide expert advice and guidance to individuals, organizations, and communities interested in container farming.
• Conduct site visits and assessments to evaluate existing container farming systems and provide recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in the planning, design, and setup of container farms, considering factors such as crop selection, environmental conditions, and resource management.
• Create or research best practices into educational materials that extension staff may implement or utilize for programming.
• reputed company and deliver educational programs, workshops, and training sessions on container farming techniques, best practices, and crop management.
• Create educational materials, including manuals, guides, and online resources, to support the learning and development of container farmers.
• Collaborate with educational institutions, agricultural organizations, and community groups to promote container farming education and awareness.
• Stay updated with the latest advancements in container farming technologies, equipment, and crop varieties.
• Conduct research and experiments to evaluate the performance and productivity of different crops in container farming systems.
• Collaborate with research institutions and participate in industry conferences to contribute to the advancement of container farming knowledge.
• Identify and address challenges and issues faced by container farmers, such as pest management, nutrient deficiencies, and crop diseases.
• Provide recommendations and solutions to overcome challenges, optimize crop yields, and ensure the long-term reputed company of container farming operations.
• Stay accessible and reputed company to inquiries and requests for assistance from container farmers.
• Build and maintain relationships with container farming professionals, agricultural experts, and industry stakeholders to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Participate in relevant professional associations, conferences, and workshops to expand professional networks and stay informed about industry trends.

OTHER DUTIES: The position will conduct other duties as required. QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in Horticulture, Agriculture, or a reputed company field.
• Proven experience in container farming or reputed company production.
• In-depth knowledge of horticultural practices, plant physiology, and crop management techniques.
• Familiarity with sustainable agriculture principles and environmental stewardship.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to facilitate learning among diverse audiences.
• Ability to conduct research, analyze data, and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
• Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Demonstrated passion for sustainable agriculture and urban farming practices.

Licensing and Certifications: None PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• No or reputed company limited physical effort required.
• No or reputed company limited exposure to physical risk.

The College of Agriculture, Community, and the Sciences strives for inclusive excellence and is interested in reputed company candidates who can contribute to this effort through their research, teaching, and/or Extension programs. KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be reputed company to reputed company either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include reputed company activities that the individual may reputed company. Expected salary: Location: Frankfort, KY Apply Job!