Role Overview
Amoya Agrifood is hiring a mid-level Farm Development & Horticulture Officer. This is a full-time role in Gujarat. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Key Responsibilities
1. Land Development & Farm Planning
- Design and execute a comprehensive 62-acre land utilization strategy Plan orchard zones, vegetable clusters, irrigation grids, and landscape buffers
- Lead phased plantation rollout aligned with export and estate timelines
2. Organic Horticulture & Export Crop Management
- Identify region-suitable, high-value export crops (mango, guava, pomegranate, exotic vegetables)
- Develop crop calendars, productivity benchmarks, and yield improvement plans
- Implement structured harvesting and post-harvest protocols meeting international export standards
- Monitor soil health, crop performance, and residue-free quality compliance
3. Operations & Workforce Management
- Supervise farm labor, seasonal workers, and daily field operations
- Manage drip/sprinkler irrigation systems and water conservation practices
- Oversee composting, vermiculture, and organic bio-input production Implement organic integrated pest and disease management (IPM)
4. Agro-Tourism & Weekend Home Estate Alignment
- Develop plantation zones that double as curated visual landscapes for visiting families
- Support aesthetic orchard and green estate design for experiential guests
- Coordinate with management on farm-to-table caf crop planning and seasonal produce
5. Commercial & Performance Management
- Manage cultivation budgeting, cost tracking, and input optimization
- Track and report yield performance, crop quality, and export readiness metrics
- Recommend crop diversification to enhance estate revenue and export volumes
Candidate Profile Essential Qualifications & Experience
- B.Sc / M.Sc in Horticulture preference for graduates from Navsari Agricultural University (SAU), Anand Agricultural University (AAU), or other Gujarat-based institutions
- 5-8 years of hands-on experience in horticulture, organic farming, or agri-estate management
- Demonstrated experience independently managing 5–10+ acres
- Familiarity with export crop standards and phytosanitary compliance requirements
- Strong understanding of irrigation planning, soil health management, and pest control Preferred Background
- Prior exposure to fruit orchards or structured horticulture estates
- Knowledge of agro-tourism, farm stays, or experiential hospitality is a strong advantage
- Long-term orientation with commitment to a 3–5 year estate development journey Personal Attributes
- Field-first, execution-oriented mindset comfortable building systems from the ground up
- Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and independent decision-making
- Collaborative and communicative with management and cross-functional teams
- Basic financial literacy to manage budgets and track cost performance
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Farm Development & Horticulture Officer position at Amoya Agrifood?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Amoya Agrifood. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Farm Development & Horticulture Officer position at Amoya Agrifood located?
This position is based in Gujarat. Amoya Agrifood has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Farm Development & Horticulture Officer at Amoya Agrifood earn?
Amoya Agrifood has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Farm Development & Horticulture Officer role at Amoya Agrifood posted?
This role was posted on May 5, 2026 (39 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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