Main Job duties and responsibilities
– Assess and improve existing mushroom cultivation systems
– Conduct Shiitake mushroom localization research, analyze data and lead development
– Advise on mushroom species selection based on climate, market demand and farm capabilities
– Evaluate and provide technical expertise on substrate preparation, spawn selection, incubation, fruiting and harvesting techniques
– Advise on infrastructure design and environmental parameters
– Monitor and troubleshoot issues related to fungal disease, pests and contamination
– Suggest nutrient amendments and sterilization methods to enhance mushroom growth
– Guide farm layout planning to airflow, hygiene and workflow optimization
– Monitor farm performance metrics, conduct yield analysis, and recommend corrective action
– Analyze market trends and new cultivation technologies, and advise on profitable mushroom varieties
– Educate and train farm staff in modern mushroom farming techniques and quality control
– Ensure practices align with environmental regulations and food safety standards
– Support farm management in planning production cycles and scaling up operation
Qualification and experience requirements:
– Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture or Biology Science
– 5 years experience in mushroom cultivation, farm consulting or research
– In-depth understanding of the global Shiitake industry and its development
– Strong knowledge of spawn production, substrate management, climate control system and harvesting handling
– Experience with organic or sustainable farming
– Excellent problem solving, analytical and communication skills
– Ability to train and mentor farm staff effectively
Hours: 30.00/week
Salary: $36.50 / hour