Agricultural Services Consultant
Private Company
مجموع سنوات الخبرة :25 years, 3 أشهر
Provided technical expertise and management services to clients in the areas of
crop production, agronomy, horticulture, pest control, weed science, soil fertility,
water quality and maintenance landscaping .
Developed plans for improving farmers profitability by increasing yields and
reducing costs through improved farming practices.
Assisted with marketing decisions such as pricing strategies and product
development based on market conditions.
Conducted soil tests to determine the levels of nutrient, PH and EC; adjusted
fertilizer application as needed based on results.
Prepared reports summarizing findings from field visits and assisted with
preparation of budgets for capital expenditures related to recommendations made during consultation process .
Increasing farm profits about 60 % :
• As a result of expansion in cultivating a new high production and quality varieties.
• Use post-harvesting techniques (cooling - freezing - drying - pickle) Helped in improved prices of products selling. And reduced the loss when the production abundance
Reduce production costs 45 % through:
• Adjusted the number of workers in accordance with the size of the farm works.
• Reducing the waste from agricultural processes (fertilization - irrigation - pesticides) by implementation of a precise scientific approach.
Follow-up the planning schedule of the works and coordinate between all parties to expedite the works.
Establish an integrated database for farm includes information on (cultivated areas - varieties - agricultural operations applied and dates - Labours - purchases - sales - mechanisms - salaries .....).
Monitor animal health and welfare, including liaising with vets.
Arrange the maintenance and repair of farm buildings, machinery and equipment.
Responsible about implement the mechanical analysis of soil and Determination of organic matter in soil .
Responsible about Measuring and control the PH and EC of the soil extract, and the nutrient solution for the hydroponic experiments
Participate in creating a soil fertility map for the southern region of Syria.
Participate in the implementation of experiments for the installation of nutrient solutions for hydroponics ( DWC & Drip by bucket) for crops of cucumbers, tomatoes and Lettuce.
Proficient negotiator and communicator to handle food and crop production.
Build strong client network for agricultural product sales through in-person and telephone communication.
Negotiating with clients or wholesalers to achieve organizational sales objectives.
Ensure timely order filling and customer service in coordination with sales managers.
Providing support to the management decision making by offering them with the needed feedback.
Solving customer queries, demands and requirements to have good relationship management with key parties.
Offering the clients with required information about the organizational policies, procedures etc., to solve the issues raised
Increasing the company's profits by more than 20% by securing high-quality raw materials from outside the UAE.
Direct dealing with producers and suppliers. And abolition of the network of commercial intermediaries.
Contribute to introducing new juices to our product list.
Great ability to negotiate and finalize deals in accordance with the budgets set by the company's management.
Increasing farm profits for more than 30 % through :
• Opening new markets in the large molls and centres.
• Open the first special organic foods showroom in UAE.
• Improving the packaging system.
• Using food industry techniques to reduce the losses of returned products and the abundance of crops.
Application of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs), and develop a plan of food safety within the farm and our showroom.
Managing a team of 21 employees in a busy work environment.
Ensure the full implementation of the agreed maintenance plan with the client fully and within the agreed time.
Troubleshot mechanical issues, and completed basic repairs, to keep equipment working at peak levels.
Determine the needed of materials for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
Working with client to develop Landscaping plans for various budget.
Closely Follow up to all the landscape maintenance plan works which include:
• Mixed and applied fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides, to promote plant growth and mitigate pests.
• Pruned and trimmed trees, bushes and hedges to improve visibility and shapes.
• Ensure the success of the work of irrigation network. And applying immediate maintenance, In the event of any sudden failure.
• Monitor the periodic maintenance of lawns in terms of ( Irrigation, fertilizing, mowing, aeration, dethatching, Weeding and pest control).
• Monitor the periodic maintenance of Hardscape elements ( Retaining Walls, Patios, Trellises, Paver Driveway, Stone Path, Fountains, ponds and waterfalls...)
Recording the first appearance of the Tuta absoluta pest in the open fields .
Recording the first appearance of the red palm weevil in Syria.
Responsible about training the control team of the Red palm Weevil at the( GCSAR).
Reducing the use of pesticides, more than 45 % through the use of Integrated Pest
Management ( IPM )programs in open field and greenhouses.
Working closely with international organization "ICARDA" and Provided them with advice and solutions to the problems Presented.
Implementation field extension days for farmers and Provided them technical expertise, management services in the areas of crop production, agronomy, horticulture, pest control, weed science, soil fertility.
Developed plans for improving farmers profitability by increasing yields and reducing costs through improved farming practices.