16 Agricultural Intern jobs in South Africa

The Agricultural Technician will provide technical and operational support to the production team to ensure optimum crop health, growth, and yield.

The role is responsible for implementing best farming practices, monitoring field conditions, supporting research and development trials, and ensuring compliance with food safety and sustainability standards.

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Agriculture, Agronomy, Crop Science, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' practical experience in crop production; root crop experience (carrots preferred) will be an advantage.
• Knowledge of irrigation systems, soil fertility, and pest/disease management.
• Familiarity with agricultural equipment calibration and basic maintenance.

• Crop Production Support

• Assist in planning, implementing, and monitoring carrot planting, irrigation, fertilization, and pest/disease control programs.

• Conduct regular field inspections to identify plant health issues and recommend corrective actions.

• Technical Support

• Collect, record, and analyze field data related to soil, water, and plant health.

• Support agronomists in executing trials and evaluating new technologies, seed varieties, or inputs.
• Calibrate and maintain agricultural equipment and monitoring tools.

• Compliance & Quality

• Ensure adherence to Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), health and safety regulations, and food safety standards.

• Maintain accurate production and technical records.

• Sustainability & Innovation

• Contribute to soil conservation, water efficiency, and integrated pest management programs.

• Assist in identifying opportunities for continuous improvement in carrot production.

• Accuracy and timeliness of field monitoring reports.
• Effectiveness of pest and disease management interventions.
• Compliance with safety and GAP standards.
• Contribution to improved crop yield and quality.
• Equipment functionality and maintenance reliability.

• Passion for agriculture and sustainable farming.
• Hands-on, proactive, and adaptable.
• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Stellenbosch, Stellenbosch, ZA

Vacancy: Junior Agricultural Economist

Department: Farming Operations

Contract: Permanent

Location: Johannesburg Areas, Betelhem, Potchefstroom, Northern

Surrounding (The Summer production areas)

COFCO International South Africa (Pty) Ltd has an opportunity for a dynamic individual to be appointed as a Field Manager Assist within the Company's Farming Division.

Duties & Responsibilities

Assist Agriculture Economic Lead or Relevant Senior Manager with:

Constructing of Farming Unit Budgets.

Budget projections and - analysis (actual vs budget) and reporting to relevant role players.

Compiling and management of Farming Operations data, which include statistical - and historical analysis, and benchmarking.

Processing of data to enable faster turn-around time on reporting as well as statistical analyses on data sets.

Consolidation of information.

An understanding of BI systems and ability to build and maintain BI Tools and other analytic solutions will support the application.

Ad hoc duties as needed from time-to-time within the Farming Team.

Minimum qualifications and experience

A minimum tertiary qualification, preferably a degree in BSc Agriculture Economy or BCom with Agricultural Economics, and proven 2 to 3 years work experience at the same level.

Experience, Knowledge

Customer focus: Strong external/internal customer orientation.

Communication: Listens well and shares ideas and solutions.

Teamwork: Seeks involvement and input from other people.

Initiative: Initiative-taking drives processes and tasks to achieve results.

Innovation: Produces resourceful ideas and solutions.

Ownership & Accountability: Takes ownership of own decisions and actions – successes and mistakes.

Management: Gives timely, constructive, and specific feedback.

Detail orientation: Organized, methodical, good diligence and diligence.

Knowledge of the grain industry and agricultural economic services will support the application.

Computer literate – MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

High attention to detail and the ability to summarize data in reports that will enable users to take decisions.

The ability to be proactive, work independently and under pressure.

Good interpersonal- and organizing skills.

Competencies

Planning and Organising

Delivering Results and meeting customer expectations

Coping with pressure send setbacks

Analysing

Writing and Reporting

Interacting and presenting information

Relating and networking

General

Based in the relevant appropriate areas operationally required

Reports to Agriculture Economic Lead/Senior Manager

Salary is market related basic salary with Travel and Car Allowance, Provident fund and medical aid benefits.

Must have reliable vehicle, preferably a utility (4x4/bakkie).

About Us

We are an independent agricultural consultancy business that supports farmers with fertilizer programs, irrigation scheduling, crop protection, and farm management advice. Our focus is on building long-term trust with farmers and improving productivity through professional, science-based guidance.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and reliable
Junior Agricultural Consultant
to service vegetable farmers across
Gauteng and North West
. The successful candidate will work directly with farmers, visiting clients monthly to provide on-farm advice and technical support, while assisting in product trials, data collection, and reporting on crop performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular on-farm visits and assess crop performance.
• Scout for nutrient deficiencies, pests, and diseases.
• Assist in preparing fertilizer and irrigation recommendations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with farmers.
• Represent our company professionally in all client interactions.
• Submit written English reports following each farm visit.
• Support field trials, product demonstrations, and technical presentations.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience in agronomy, vegetable production, or fertilizer/chemical technical sales.
• Degree or Diploma in Agriculture (preferred, but relevant experience will be considered).
• Strong understanding of fertilizer programs, irrigation management, and crop scouting.
• Fluent in
  Afrikaans and English
  (both written and verbal).
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Based in
  Gauteng or North West
  (must be able to service both regions).
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Practical, hands-on, and problem-solving attitude.

As an Agricultural Sales Representative, you will be responsible for managing the entire sales lifecycle, from prospecting new clients and building strong relationships to conducting product demonstrations and negotiating contracts to closure. Success in this role requires staying current with industry trends and competitor activities, as well as handling the operational duties of receiving and inspecting new stock from suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Prospect New Clients
  : Identify and pursue new business opportunities through

networking, cold calling, and referrals.

• Build Relationships
  : Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients to

understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.

• Sales Presentations
  : Conduct presentations to potential clients, highlighting key

features and benefits of the Agricultural products – also demonstrating the product.

• Negotiate Contracts
  : Develop and negotiate proposals and contracts to support the

expectations of the service level agreement, and close sales effectively.

• Market Research
  : Stay informed about industry trends, competitor activities, and

market dynamics to identify new opportunities and pivot where necessary.

• Ensure that all
  marketing activities
  are done consistently.
• Handle the
  receiving and inspection
  of new stock from the supplier

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent experience
• At least 5 years of experience in a Sales Consultant role.
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and working in a competitive/fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional knowledge of the Agri Machinery.
• A solution-driven attitude and good analytical skills.
• Strong communication skills to interact effectively with customers and team members
• Must be fully Bilingual
• Successful candidates will need to travel periodically to promote and sell the equipment.

Vacancy: Sales & Marketing Specialist (Agriculture) Country-Wide

Zoomlion has covered more than 100 countries and regions worldwide and has already made market arrangements to follow the Belt and Road initiative. Zoomlion products have been well sold to the markets in the Middle East, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, Russia as well as many high-end markets in the USA, Europe and Australia. The company has subsidiaries in nearly 20 countries in the East Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe, etc., also industrial and technological parks in Italy, Germany, India, Brazil and Belarus as well as more than 50 resident offices around the world. Centered on UAE and Brazil, logistics network and parts supply system with worldwide coverage. Zoomlion is ranked 4th globally in its industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Meeting monthly sales targets.
• Prospecting, qualifying and generating new leads to support product lines (business units).
• Contact prospective clients through calls and visits to promote company's products and services.
• Build and maintain relations with new and existing clients
• Maintain & update activities on CRM.
• Achieve invoice, pipeline & collections targets.
• Monitor the industry competitors, new products and market conditions to understand customer's specific needs
• Prepare and submit weekly reports to line manager
• Support farmers and agribusinesses in adopting modern equipment,
• Conduct field demonstrations, workshops, and training for farmers and staff.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum matric / grade 12. Tertiary education is an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in
  Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science
  or related field (Master's is an advantage).
• Knowledge of sustainable farming practices and modern agricultural technologies.
• A commitment to excellent customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• Able to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
• Must own a reliable vehicle, laptop and cellphone.

Remuneration:

• Market related basic salary.
• Plus fuel allowance
• Plus laptop allowance
• Plus cellphone allowance
• Plus uncapped commission
• Plus quarterly incentives based on performance.

About Us

We are an independent agricultural consultancy business that supports farmers with fertilizer programs, irrigation scheduling, crop protection, and farm management advice. Our focus is on building
long-term farmer trust
and improving productivity through professional, science-based guidance.

Role Overview

We are looking for a motivated and reliable
Junior Agricultural Consultant
to service vegetable farmers in Gauteng and North West. You will work directly with farmers, visiting each client monthly, providing on-farm advice, and reporting back on crop progress. You will also assist in product trials and data collection.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct regular farm visits.
• Scout for nutrient deficiencies, pests, and diseases.
• Assist with fertilizer and irrigation recommendations.
• Build strong farmer relationships and represent our brand professionally.
• Submit written reports after each visit (in English).
• Support in trials, demonstrations, and technical presentations.

Requirements

• 3–5 years' experience
  in agronomy, vegetable production, or fertilizer/chemical technical sales.
• Degree/Diploma in Agriculture (preferred, but relevant experience considered).
• Comfortable with
  fertilizer programs, irrigation, and crop scouting
  .
• Afrikaans + English (fluent)
  .
• Valid driver's license.
• Based in
  Gauteng or North West
  (must be close enough to service both provinces).
• Strong communication skills
• Practical, hands-on, problem-solving attitude.

Job description:

Vacancy:

Junior Agricultural Economist

Department: Farming Operations

Contract: Permanent

Location: Johannesburg Areas, Betlehem, Potchefstroom, Northern

Surrounding (The Summer production areas)

COFCO International South Africa (Pty) Ltd has an opportunity for a dynamic individual to be appointed as a Field Manager Assist within the Company's Farming Division.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist Agriculture Economic Lead or Relevant Senior Manager with:
• Constructing of Farming Unit Budgets.
• Budget projections and - analysis (actual vs budget) and reporting to relevant role players.
• Compiling and management of Farming Operations data, which include statistical - and historical analysis, and benchmarking.
• Processing of data to enable faster turn-around time on reporting as well as statistical analyses on data sets.
• Consolidation of information.
• An understanding of BI systems and ability to build and maintain BI Tools and other analytic solutions will support the application.
• Ad hoc duties as needed from time-to-time within the Farming Team.

Minimum qualifications and experience

• A minimum tertiary qualification, preferably a degree in BSc Agriculture Economy or BCom with Agricultural Economics, and proven 2 to 3 years work experience at the same level.

Experience, Knowledge

• Customer focus: Strong external/internal customer orientation.
• Communication: Listens well and shares ideas and solutions.
• Teamwork: Seeks involvement and input from other people.
• Initiative: Initiative-taking drives processes and tasks to achieve results.
• Innovation: Produces resourceful ideas and solutions.
• Ownership & Accountability: Takes ownership of own decisions and actions – successes and mistakes.
• Management: Gives timely, constructive, and specific feedback.
• Detail orientation: Organized, methodical, good diligence and diligence.
• Knowledge of the grain industry and agricultural economic services will support the application.
• Computer literate – MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• High attention to detail and the ability to summarize data in reports that will enable users to take decisions.
• The ability to be proactive, work independently and under pressure.
• Good interpersonal- and organizing skills.

Competencies

• Planning and Organising
• Delivering Results and meeting customer expectations
• Coping with pressure send setbacks
• Analysing
• Writing and Reporting
• Interacting and presenting information
• Relating and networking

General

• Based in the relevant appropriate areas operationally required
• Reports to Agriculture Economic Lead/Senior Manager
• Salary is market related basic salary with Travel and Car Allowance, Provident fund and medical aid benefits.
• Must have reliable vehicle, preferably a utility (4x4/bakkie).

How to apply

The company is offering a competitive salary with provident and medical benefits.  Exciting incentive opportunities, a rewarding work environment, product and supply chain knowledge and exciting career growth opportunities for the right candidate.

Interested parties should submit a comprehensive CV and covering letter, outlining why you feel that you are suited to the position on the COFCO Careers website  by searching for vacancies in South Africa, licking on the listed positions available, and following the prompts when clicking "Apply"    on the job advert, and answering all related questions in full to complete your application.

Only applications submitted directly on the COFCO Careers website will be considered.

If you do not hear from us within 14 days of the date of application, please regard your application as unsuccessful.  Only short-listed candidates will be moved through the Talent Pipeline and contacted. The company appoint in line with our employment equity plan.

Privacy Policy

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You hereby confirm that you have read, understood, and agree with the terms of COFCO International South Africa (Pty) Ltd.'s privacy policy, and consent to the processing of your personal information.

Vacancy: Sales & Marketing Specialist (Agriculture) KZN Inland

Zoomlion has covered more than 100 countries and regions worldwide and has already made market arrangements to follow the Belt and Road initiative. Zoomlion products have been well sold to the markets in the Middle East, South America, Africa, Southeast Asia, Russia as well as many high-end markets in the USA, Europe and Australia. The company has subsidiaries in nearly 20 countries in the East Asia, Southeast Asia and Europe, etc., also industrial and technological parks in Italy, Germany, India, Brazil and Belarus as well as more than 50 resident offices around the world. Centered on UAE and Brazil, logistics network and parts supply system with worldwide coverage. Zoomlion is ranked 4th globally in its industry.

Job Responsibilities:

• Meeting monthly sales targets.
• Prospecting, qualifying and generating new leads to support product lines (business units).
• Contact prospective clients through calls and visits to promote company's products and services.
• Build and maintain relations with new and existing clients
• Maintain & update activities on CRM.
• Achieve invoice, pipeline & collections targets.
• Monitor the industry competitors, new products and market conditions to understand customer's specific needs
• Prepare and submit weekly reports to line manager
• Support farmers and agribusinesses in adopting modern equipment,
• Conduct field demonstrations, workshops, and training for farmers and staff.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Minimum matric / grade 12. Tertiary education is an advantage.
• Bachelor's degree in
  Agriculture, Agronomy, Agricultural Economics, Crop Science, Soil Science
  or related field (Master's is an advantage).
• Knowledge of sustainable farming practices and modern agricultural technologies.
• A commitment to excellent customer service.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Superb interpersonal skills.
• Able to work comfortably in a fast-paced environment.
• Must own a reliable vehicle, laptop and cellphone.

Remuneration:

• Market related basic salary.
• Plus fuel allowance
• Plus laptop allowance
• Plus cellphone allowance
• Plus uncapped commission
• Plus quarterly incentives based on performance.

Closing Date

2025/09/29

Reference Number

WCG

Tracking Number

AGR 61/2025

Job Title

Control Agricultural Resource Technician: Land Use Management (Elsenburg), Ref No. AGR 61/2025

Department

Agriculture

Salary level

10

Enquiries

Ms Ashia Petersen at

Job Type

Permanent

Location - Country

South Africa

Location - Province

Western Cape

Location - Town / City

Elsenburg

Job Purpose

Department of Agriculture, Western Cape Government has an opportunity for a suitably qualified and competent individual to administer and preserve the agricultural land of the Western Cape with the aim of maintaining a sustainable agricultural sector through advising and enforcing the Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act no 70 of 1970. This is accomplished by contributing to laws and policies and by taking into account relevant legislation to arrive at a meaningful conclusion.

Minimum Requirements

An appropriate 3-year National Diploma (equivalent or higher qualification) in Natural Resource Management / Environmental Management / Town Planning / Agriculture / Civil Engineering or equivalent; Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa; A minimum of 6 years appropriate experience in Land Use Planning and Agricultural Resource Management; A valid (Code EB or higher) driving licence. NB: People with disabilities that restrict driving abilities, but who have reasonable access to transport, may also apply.

Recommendation

None.

Key Performance Areas

Manage and develop administrative policies, procedures, guidelines, standing operating procedures, prescripts and regulations for the promotion and preservation of agricultural land; Provide strategic advice and guidance on the subdivision of Agricultural Land Act and other relevant legislation; Facilitate and represent of the Department and the sub-programme; Facilitate and coordinate the development and revision of a strategic plan for agricultural land use in the Western Cape Province Self development.

The following will be advantageous: Extensive knowledge of Land Use Planning (Legislation, National, Provincial and Municipal). Technical and scientific knowledge in drafting change of land use applications and assessment thereof; Experience in the evaluation of the Conservation of Agricultural Resources ACT, Spatial Development Frameworks, Subdivision, Rezoning and Environmental Impact Assessments; Knowledge of the Agricultural sector and Management of Natural Resources; Computer literacy with experience in the use of Microsoft (Excel, Word, Power Point), ArcView/GlS programs.

Competencies

Knowledge of the following: Theory, design and implementation of agricultural resource management plans; Assessment of change of land use applications; Legal compliance of the National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA), Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act (SALA), National Water Act (NWA); Technical/Scientific report writing; Technical design and analysis knowledge; Research and development; Computer-aided engineering applications; National Environmental Management Act (NEMA), Conservation of Agricultural Resources Act (CARA), Subdivision of Agricultural Land Act (SALA), National Water Act (NWA); Technical report writing; Technical consulting; Project management; Technical knowledge; Research and development; Legal compliance and policies; Agricultural Engineering background and water run-off control management; Soil classification and potential and impact on crop production; Town and Regional Planning; Environmental legislation.

Remuneration

R R per annum (Salary level 10)

Note on remuneration in addition to service benefits or obligations for qualifying employees (medical assistance, housing assistance, pension-fund contributions, etc) are funded or co-funded in terms of the applicable prescripts or collective agreements

Notes

Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit copies of their documentation for verification purposes. These candidates will be required to complete a practical assessment and attend the interview on a date and time as determined by the department and may also be required to undergo competency assessments/proficiency test. The selection process will be guided by the EE targets of the employing department.

By applying for this position, you are consenting to the Western Cape Government contacting your previous employers/managers for an employment reference. Reference checks will include enquiries relating to your disciplinary records and reasons for leaving.

Should you experience difficulties with your online application, kindly note that technical support (challenges with online application) is only available from Monday to Friday from 08:00 to You may contact the helpline at Otherwise, all other queries relating to the position, kindly contact the enquiries person as indicated in the advert. Please ensure that you submit your application before the closing date as no late applications will be considered.