Richard Alaka
Gbagada
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Enthusiastic Farm Supervisor eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of supervision and training in farm supervision . Motivated to learn, grow and excel in agriculture.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Officer/Consultant
Self Employed Services
Lagos
03.2013 - Current
- Verified transportation and handling procedures met regulatory requirements.
- Checked facilities for compliance with sanitation and disposal procedures as part of comprehensive inspections.
- Actively listened to 10+ customers' requests per week, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Completed and processed paperwork and reports outlining proper and improper operations of over 20 employees.
Assistant Farm Manager
Grace Srings Farms, Akinale, Abeokuta
Ogun State
03.2009 - 02.2013
- Hired, trained, and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance and minimizing waste.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Purchased regular supplies and special equipment, livestock or tools as part of skilled management of farm budget.
- Explained and demonstrated working techniques, practices and safety measures for permanent and migrant agricultural workers.
- Purchased supplies such as seed, pesticides and fertilizer.
- Led team of fifteen(15) skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
- Directed sustainable waste recycling operations to reduce environmental impact.
- Branched farm out into new areas by adding tours, special events and customer activities.
Agricultural Extension Officer
Osun State Government, Osogbo
Osun
04.2006 - 03.2009
- Prepared leaflets, pamphlets and other materials for use as training aids.
- Determined appropriate volunteer positions and identified, enlisted and trained volunteer leaders to help carry out program responsibilities.
- Collected, analyzed and evaluated agricultural data to plan and develop techniques to assist farmers in solving problems such as crop rotation and soil erosion.
- Created and utilized assessments to evaluate impact of programming.
- Discussed extension program with representatives of commercial organizations, county government and other groups to obtain cooperation in use of services.
- Used demonstrations and research based teaching methods to instruct community members on locally relevant agricultural topics.
- Collaborated with other agents and specialists to plan, execute and evaluate educational programs at county, district and state levels.
- Promoted technological developments and innovative research to create awareness about environmental changes.
- Taught individuals how to properly complete purchase, handling and use of pesticides, improving execution and streamlining processes.
- Collaborated with producers to diagnose and prevent production problems.
- Gave instruction on agricultural processes, pest management and food safety that improved farmers' income averagely by 5-10%.
- Conducted classes or delivered lectures on nutrition, home management and farming techniques.
- Advised farmers and demonstrated techniques in feeding and health maintenance of livestock, growing and harvesting practices and financial planning.
Education
Master of Science - Agricultural Extension And Rural Development
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria11.2004
Bachelor of Science - Crop Protection And Environmental Biology
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, Nigeria10.2001
Skills
- Vendor Sourcing and Marketing Produce
- Overseeing Employees and Managing Operations
- Land Preparation, Overseeing Planting and Controlling Pests
- Farm Work Techniques and Safety Measures
- Farm Equipment Operation
- Team Goals
- Government Regulations and Fence Building
- Preventative Maintenance
- Allocating Resources
- Equipment Servicing and Maintenance Requirements
- Employee Relationships
- Financial Records
- Basic Tools
- Seed Purchasing, Crop Planting and Fertilization
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
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Walt Disney
Timeline
Agricultural Officer/Consultant
Self Employed Services
03.2013 - Current
Assistant Farm Manager
Grace Srings Farms, Akinale, Abeokuta
03.2009 - 02.2013
Agricultural Extension Officer
Osun State Government, Osogbo
04.2006 - 03.2009
Master of Science - Agricultural Extension And Rural Development
University of Ibadan
Bachelor of Science - Crop Protection And Environmental Biology
University of Ibadan
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