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Field Extension Intern at Nutri Nuts and Fruits Limited
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Meru 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 14 days ago (22 Aug 2026) Updated 11 days ago
Job Description
The Field Extension Intern will assist Nutri Nuts and Fruits Limited by delivering technical agricultural support to farmers in the Meru region. Responsibilities include conducting farm visits, providing advice on crop management, collecting data, and supporting farmer training to enhance productivity and quality. The role serves as a liaison between the company and farming communities, ensuring compliance with good agricultural and food safety practices. Candidates should be pursuing or hold a degree in agriculture or a related field.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • Currently enrolled in or completed a BA/BSc/HND or Diploma in Agriculture, Agronomy, or a related field
- • Strong interest in agricultural extension and sustainable farming practices
- • Ability to communicate effectively with farmers and stakeholders
- • Willingness to travel within the assigned area and work independently
- • Basic knowledge of Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) and food safety standards
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Conduct regular farm visits to assess production practices and provide technical recommendations
- • Build and maintain relationships with farmers and farmer groups, maintaining accurate records
- • Support farmer training sessions and mobilize participants for company programmes
- • Monitor crop development and collect field data for analysis and reporting
- • Ensure compliance with the company's agricultural, quality, and food safety standards
- • Assist in the formation and development of farmer groups where applicable
- • Document observations and prepare reports on farm activities and outcomes