AGRONOMY
Through strong local connections and an understanding of regional farming systems, NRI agronomists provide practical solutions that help growers make informed decisions and achieve better farming outcomes.
NRI shareholders provide professional agronomy services tailored to the needs of local farming businesses. Combining practical, on-farm experience with technical expertise, our independent agronomists work alongside growers to improve productivity, profitability and long-term sustainability.
NRI offers networking and development opportunities for our shareholders agronomists including National information forums, National Agronomy tours and tailored skills development.
Local Know-How
At NRI, your local NRI independent store’s agronomists are part of your local community. With our wide network of rural NRI independent businesses, it is likely we live and work wherever you farm. From soil testing to crop protection, some of our independent stores may also offer an end-to-end agronomic service to help you succeed.
Agronomy Services
Whether delivered by a dedicated local agronomist or a larger advisory team, NRI shareholders offer a comprehensive range of agronomic services, including:
- Soil testing, analysis and interpretation
- Crop planning and management strategies
- Crop protection recommendations and in-season monitoring
- Plant tissue testing and nutritional assessments
- Precision agriculture and mapping services
- Sustainability, stewardship and compliance support
- On-farm problem solving and seasonal decision-making
- Local advice backed by trusted relationships and regional knowledge
Agronomy Graduate Opportunities
NRI supports the development of future agronomists through our network of more than 165 independent rural retailers across Australia.
We work closely with universities, graduates, and our shareholders to create pathways into agronomy careers, helping graduates connect with businesses that offer hands-on experience, mentoring, and opportunities for long-term professional growth.
Whether you’re completing your studies or looking to start your career in the agricultural industry, we can help introduce you to independent rural retailers seeking passionate and motivated agronomists.
Our shareholders provide exposure to crop production, agronomic advice, precision agriculture, crop nutrition, crop protection, and strong relationships with local farming communities.
Interested in a career in agronomy? We’d love to hear from you and help connect you with opportunities across the NRI network
What Our Shareholders Say
“Having NRI’s buying power means I can compete with anyone on pricing. But being independent means I can move fast, make decisions that are right for my clients.”
“We’ve seen how the corporates operate — top-down, competitive, closed-off. What we’ve got here with NRI is completely different. It’s open, supportive, and everyone helps each other out.”
“Bringing speakers like Justin Langer to our events is just one example of how we’re working to add value beyond the balance sheet”
