Kayla Huckleberry
Pasco
Summary
Dynamic agronomy leader with a strong focus on developing actionable strategies that enhance crop performance and sustainability. Proven ability to lead agronomic education initiatives, train diverse stakeholders, and integrate innovative technologies into practical applications. Committed to improving grower profitability through systems-based approaches in nutrient efficiency and regenerative agriculture.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agronomy & Innovation Lead | Technical Sales Agronomist
Omex USA
Pasco
01.2022 - Current
- Lead agronomic education and technical training initiatives focused on plant physiology, nutrient efficiency, stress mitigation, and regenerative crop management systems.
- Develop systems-based agronomic strategies that bridge conventional fertility programs with regenerative and biological approaches to improve efficiency, resilience, and long-term soil function.
- Trained internal sales teams, distributors, retailers, and growers on crop physiology, nutrient movement, environmental stress response, and implementation strategies.
- Create technical presentations, agronomic education materials, and grower programs centered around nutrient dynamics, soil biology, energy efficiency, and crop resilience.
- Work collaboratively with sales, marketing, research, and leadership teams to align agronomic strategy, product positioning, and market development initiatives.
- Supported on-farm trials and field demonstrations, interpreting data to validate performance and enhance grower adoption of innovative technologies.
- Advocate for agronomic solutions that improve profitability, sustainability, and long-term system resilience rather than short-term reactive input dependency.
Innovation Specialist – Biologicals
Corteva Biologicals (Stoller USA)
Pasco
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Cultivated relationships with growers, distributors, and retail partners to drive adoption of biological and biostimulant technologies.
- Delivered technical support and education across diverse cropping systems, emphasizing sustainability, efficiency, and crop resilience.
- Delivered agronomic training focused on plant phenology, plant hormone interactions, nutrient efficiency, and crop stress physiology.
- Collaborated with research, sales, logistics, and marketing teams to align agronomic strategy with customer needs and market opportunities.
- Managed large-scale accounts, enhancing regional business development and reinforcing industry partnerships.
- Analyzed market trends, customer feedback, and competitive positioning to improve strategic decision-making.
District Sales Manager | Production Agronomist
S&W Seed Company
Pasco
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Managed regional agronomic and sales operations for alfalfa, sorghum, camelina, and seed production systems, enhancing overall market engagement.
- Developed strategic sales initiatives to expand market presence and strengthen customer retention.
- Established long-term grower relationships, facilitating agronomic planning and ensuring adherence to production efficiency and crop quality standards.
- Collaborated with growers and management teams to solve agronomic challenges and optimize production outcomes.
- Oversaw seed production acres, coordinating harvests to optimize yield potential and meet quality specifications.
- Supported agronomic program development, fertilizer recommendations, crop monitoring, and pest management strategies.
- Worked closely with research, logistics, and production teams to ensure operational efficiency and successful crop execution.
Production Agronomist
S&W Seed Company
Pasco
01.2017 - 12.2019
- Managed contracted production acres with seed growers to maximize crop performance and maintain seed quality specifications.
- Coordinated agronomic planning, crop monitoring, harvest logistics, and grower communication for alfalfa and camelina seed production systems.
- Facilitated grower contracts, field mapping, reporting, pricing, certification paperwork, and logistics to ensure seamless operations.
- Evaluated crop production, environmental conditions, and field performance to support agronomic decision-making.
- Provided recommendations for fertilizer programs, pest management, and production strategies.
- Cultivated relationships with growers through effective communication, collaboration, and targeted technical support.
Production Specialist
Corteva Agriscience
Connell
01.2013 - 12.2017
- Coordinated seed production operations through field management, harvest logistics, shipping and receiving, and plant operations.
- Facilitated field activities, production management, and seed quality processes during peak production seasons.
- Supervised field technicians and seasonal employees, ensuring operational quality and adherence to efficiency standards.
- Maintained high operational standards while meeting production timelines and quality expectations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management & Analysis
Ashford University
San Diego, CAAssociate of Arts - Business
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Bradenton, FLSkills
- Technical sales
- Systems-Based Agronomy
- Crop Nutrition Strategy
- Regenerative Agriculture Integration
- Precision Nutrient Management
- Sustainable Crop Production
- Crop Stress Mitigation
- Biostimulant technologies
- Field trial analysis
- Agronomic Program Development
- Agronomic Training Programs
- Plant physiology
- Soil health
- Cross-Functional Leadership
Websites
Certification
- Washington State Pesticide Applicator License
- Served on the Washington Alfalfa Seed Commission
- NAFA Alfalfa Intensive Training Seminar
- Seed Production Program – UC Davis
- Precision Ag Plant Nutrition Management – Regen Ag Academy
- Plant Health Pyramid – Regen Ag Academy
- Rhizophagy Cycle & Endophyte Systems – Regen Ag Academy
- Redox Potential (Eh) & pH as Indicators of Soil, Plant & Animal Health – Regen Ag Academy
- Soil Health Field Day – Natural Conservation District
- Carew International Dimensions of Professional Selling
- Carew International Virtual Positional Selling
Leadership And Industry Focus
- Leading agronomic training and technical education initiatives focused on regenerative systems agronomy and plant physiology.
- Passionate about bridging conventional and regenerative agricultural systems through practical, scalable agronomic strategies.
- Strong advocate for improving nutrient efficiency, soil biology, crop resilience, and long-term agricultural sustainability.
- Experienced in translating advanced agronomic concepts into practical field implementation for growers, retailers, and sales teams.
- Committed to helping growers build resilient production systems that balance profitability, sustainability, and long-term productivity.
Timeline
Agronomy & Innovation Lead | Technical Sales Agronomist
Omex USA
01.2022 - Current
Innovation Specialist – Biologicals
Corteva Biologicals (Stoller USA)
01.2022 - 12.2022
District Sales Manager | Production Agronomist
S&W Seed Company
01.2019 - 12.2022
Production Agronomist
S&W Seed Company
01.2017 - 12.2019
Production Specialist
Corteva Agriscience
01.2013 - 12.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management & Analysis
Ashford University
Associate of Arts - Business
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota