Now Hiring: Summer Student

Saskatchewan Pulse Growers (SPG) is a development board for the dynamic and growing pulse crop industry. Accountable to and funded by the over 15,000 pulse growers in the province, we provide leadership and work to create opportunities for profitable growth of the Saskatchewan pulse industry by investing in research, market development, communications, and agronomy extension.

At SPG, we see diversity as an asset and strive to make our work and our organization inclusive. We are committed to ensuring equal opportunities and an inclusive environment where everyone feels they can bring their whole self to work.

We are seeking a student to join our agronomy team for a 4-month term starting in May 2025 to help monitor pulse crops, be involved in field projects, and develop agronomic expertise related to pulses in Saskatchewan for the 2025 field season.

Summer Student
Summary of Role

This role is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated and collaborative student looking to build a future career in Agronomy. If you have an interest to be in the field collaborating with agronomists and growers to monitor crop development and identify pest issues while also developing professionally in an office setting, this may be a fit for you. This position will be located out of SPG’s Saskatoon office.

If you are motivated to make a difference for farmers and have a drive to continue to expand your knowledge, we want to hear from you. Reporting to the Agronomy Manager, the Summer Student is responsible for assisting with field diagnostics and pest monitoring, implementing field-scale project(s) and small plot variety showcases, representing SPG at field days, as well as supporting SPG’s extension team through assisting with resource development and updates.

Primary Responsibilities
Surveillance & Monitoring

• Monitoring pulse crops through supporting Agronomy Manager as well as collaborations with industry, agronomists, and key growers to identify any emerging issues during the growing season.
• Participate in formal and informal pest surveys to learn how to scout for and identify common diseases and insect pests of pulses. Collect a portfolio of images and videos on pests.
• Perform in-season root rot plant and soil sample collection as part of pathogen monitoring and surveillance programs in pea, lentil, and faba bean crops.