AGRONOMY


Our agronomy service is built on experience, technical expertise, and a deep understanding of

Canterbury farming systems. We work alongside our clients to develop practical, informed strategies

that support productivity, sustainability, and long-term farm performance.


Every farming operation is different. Through detailed planning, in-field assessment, and ongoing

monitoring, we provide tailored recommendations that reflect soil type, seasonal conditions, crop

requirements, and wider farm objectives. Our approach combines data-driven insight with hands-on

experience, ensuring advice is both technically sound and practical to implement.


From crop planning and nutrient management to establishment strategies and compliance support,

our team provides guidance across every stage of the growing cycle. By integrating agronomy with

our wider service offering, we help ensure decisions are aligned, timely, and focused on achieving the

best possible outcomes in the paddock.

Our core services include the following:

Crop planning: Rotation strategy, crop and variety selection, cultivation methods, seed rates, input planning and budgeting aligned to your farm system.

Fertiliser: Nutrient recommendations based on soil and herbage testing,

tailored to crop requirements and seasonal conditions.


Establishment: Practical establishment strategies focused on soil structure, crop health, and achieving strong early performance.


In Field Agronomy: Regular crop walking with detailed observations recorded, supporting timely and informed decision-making.


Crop Recording: Digital recommendations and field records through Agworld,

supporting traceability, performance monitoring and paddock history.


Compliance: Agworld accurately records all applications, helping farmers stay

compliant with industry requirements.


Gross Margins and Budgeting: Post-harvest gross margin analysis and forward budgeting to support informed crop planning decisions.



AGRONOMY TEAM

Dayle Warren

Agronomist


Dayle joined Molloy Agriculture in 2019 as an Agriculture Sprayer Operator and has recently made the move in the company to join the Agronomy division. Dayle has a keen interest in agriculture and is keen to expand his knowledge and passion in the Agronomy industry.

Martina Padrutt

Agronomist


Martina began working for Molloy Agriculture in April 2019. Martina comes from an extensive background of farming including working for a field trials company in the UK, harvests in Australia and America and most recently on a cropping farm in Mid Canterbury. Martina is keen to expand her knowledge in the Agronomy industry.

Sam Boal

Agronomist


Sam joined the Molloy Agriculture Agronomy team in August 2022. Sam comes from a strong agricultural background, having spent time working in the agrichemical industry as well as selling small farm machinery and equipment. Sam is keen to expand his knowledge and passion in the Agronomy industry.

Josh Lawton

Agronomist


Josh joined Molloy Agriculture in 2023 working with the Bateman Application team and AgRecovery division, he has since moved into the Molloy Agriculture Agronomy team utilising his 6 years of experience as a Basis Qualified Agronomist in the UK. Josh is a third generation Agronomist within his family, following the footsteps of his father and grandfather in to the profession. 

  • Dayle Warren

    Agronomist


    Dayle joined Molloy Agriculture in 2019 as an Agriculture Sprayer Operator and has recently made the move in the company to join the Agronomy division. Dayle has a keen interest in agriculture and is keen to expand his knowledge and passion in the Agronomy industry.

  • Martina Padrutt

    Agronomist


    Martina began working for Molloy Agriculture in April 2019. Martina comes from an extensive background of farming including working for a field trials company in the UK, harvests in Australia and America and most recently on a cropping farm in Mid Canterbury. Martina is keen to expand her knowledge in the Agronomy industry.

  • Sam Boal

    Agronomist


    Sam joined the Molloy Agriculture Agronomy team in August 2022. Sam comes from a strong agricultural background, having spent time working in the agrichemical industry as well as selling small farm machinery and equipment. Sam is keen to expand his knowledge and passion in the Agronomy industry.


    027 225 7402

    ✉ Sam.Boal@molloyag.co.nz

  • Josh Lawton

    Agronomist


    Josh joined Molloy Agriculture in 2023 working with the Bateman Application team and AgRecovery division, he has since moved into the Molloy Agriculture Agronomy team utilising his 6 years of experience as a Basis Qualified Agronomist in the UK. Josh is a third generation Agronomist within his family, following the footsteps of his father and grandfather in to the profession.