Soil sample analysis
Adetola Taiwo
Agronomist
Lagos, Nigeria
Summary
Focused Agronomist skilled in weed and pest management demonstrated over 2 years of superior performance in related roles. Highly skilled in offering crop care guidance through consultations to foster crop quality.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Agronomist Assistant
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
Niger
03.2014 - 11.2015
- Managing the planting and harvesting of crops (maize, sorghum, soybeans, cassava)
- Undergoing researches that improves the quantity and quality of output
- Planning and maintaining the farm budget for each farming season involved in farm logistical and procurement processes
- Ensuring that the farm is profitable and meets projected financial targets
- Organizing maintenance/repair of farm property, equipment and machinery
- Keeping an up-to-date knowledge of pests and diseases
- Provided guidance and recommendations regarding planting and cultivation methods.
- Supervised fertilizer and pesticide applications.
- Conducted soil samples for analysis to determine future crop placement.
- Trained and instructed staff on products and agronomic principles.
- Performed crop breeding studies and utilized findings to increase yield and quality.
- Researched and analyzed pesticide efficacy and made adjustments to application management.
- Implemented pest and weed control measures.
BUSSINESS EXECUTIVE
Trustfund Pensions Plc
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Manage client relationships to increase business and identify new opportunities
- Participate in all strategy sessions to identify client and prospect sales opportunities
- Build and maintain successful relationships with clients
- Resolve complex customer issues and needs
- Working closely with Business Manager to design, implement and deploy new businesses and new business processes
- Evaluate results for constant improvement and suggest opportunities to test new formats and concepts
CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICER
M.I.C Royal Limited
Lagos
11.2012 - 05.2013
- Attending to clients and updating them with the information necessary to serve them better
- Compile comprehensive lists describing product and service offerings
- Creating new clients and managing existing ones
- Negotiate terms, selection and down payment with clients
Education
Bachelor of Science - Plant Physiology and Crop Production
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE ABEOKUTA
Abeokuta Ogun State, Nigeria. 07.2006 - 07.2011
GED -
AHSDALE COLLEGE
Lagos, Nigeria 10.2002 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
PROVIDENCE SCHOOL
Lagos,Nigeria 01.1992 - 11.1998
Skills
Herbicide program management
Fertilizer expertise
Weed identification
Pesticides and chemical applications
Flexible and Adaptable
Maintenance and Repair
Dependable and Responsible
Good Telephone Etiquette
Google Workspace
Excellent Communication
Multitasking Abilities
Teamwork and Collaboration
Critical Thinking
PPE Compliance
Certification
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
11-2012
Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
12-2012
Timeline
Agronomist Assistant
Flour Mills of Nigeria Plc
03.2014 - 11.2015
BUSSINESS EXECUTIVE
Trustfund Pensions Plc
06.2013 - 02.2014
Nigerian Institute of Management (NIM)
12-2012
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC)
11-2012
CUSTOMER SERVICE OFFICER
M.I.C Royal Limited
11.2012 - 05.2013
Bachelor of Science - Plant Physiology and Crop Production
FEDERAL UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE ABEOKUTA
07.2006 - 07.2011
GED -
AHSDALE COLLEGE
10.2002 - 10.2005
High School Diploma -
PROVIDENCE SCHOOL
01.1992 - 11.1998
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