IPM SCOUT

JOB DESCRIPTION

Checks symptoms or signs for pest or disease such as (Spider mite, Aphids, Thrips, Botrytis, Pythium, Fusarium, etc.).
Inspects main areas of concern such as leaves, stems, branches, flowers, and fruits.
Walk through the plant using the scouting map to identify pest or diseases on a timely manner to meet the target as assigned.
Use color coding tape to flag the infected plant.
Check the nearby plants of the effected plant to ensure no pest or diseases in them.
Maintain biological control process by remove heavily infected leaves, and apply bios or pesticide for spider mite and other insects.
Detects weeds and remove them.
Fill in the scouting map and mark it to explain all identified issues related to pest and diseases.
Prepare reports about different aspects in the greenhouse and submit them directly to the growers.
Submit scouting map report to IPM Supervisor.
Reports excessive amount of weeds to the growers in order to remove them.
Follow company policies & Procedures.

Background in Agricultural with minimum of 6 months of experience in a greenhouse environment
Position requires organizational, analytical skills, and attention to detail