NAFTALI NENGO
Kisumu
Summary
Proven expertise in optimizing milk yield, improving animal health, and enhancing operational efficiency through strategic, data-driven decision-making and impactful team leadership.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Extension Services Officer
Trans-Nzoia County
01.2018
- Conducted field training on animal nutrition, disease control, and record keeping.
- Provided one-on-one advisory visits to smallholder dairy farmers.
- Promoted pasture improvement and soil conservation initiatives.
Training Attachment
Seko Dairy Farm
01.2017
- Supported milking, feeding, and herd monitoring in a 150-cow dairy unit.
- Gained practical experience in silage making, health monitoring, and AI programs.
Farm Manager
Gardenia Farm
10.2021 - 03.2025
- Directed all dairy and crop operations for a medium-scale commercial farm.
- Boosted milk production by over 25% through improved feed schedules and silage integration.
- Implemented herd health and disease prevention programs, reducing livestock mortality.
- Oversaw milking hygiene standards, resulting in higher milk quality and reduced bacterial load.
- Supervised and trained 15+ farm workers on milking, record keeping, and safety protocols.
- Managed budgeting, input procurement, and compliance with agricultural regulations.
- Promoted sustainable practices including pasture rotation and manure management.
Farm Manager
Kiserian Farm
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Managed dairy herd and crop-livestock integration under drip irrigation systems.
- Introduced Excel-based nutrition analysis tools to optimize feed efficiency.
- Coordinated breeding and reproductive programs, improving conception rates.
- Structured team responsibilities to boost accountability and daily performance.
- Improved milk hygiene through incentive-based cleanliness programs.
Assistant Farm Manager (Intern)
Kalia Dairy Farm
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in managing a high-yield dairy herd and milking parlor operations.
- Conducted daily herd health inspections and supported veterinary treatments.
- Developed standard operating procedures for calf rearing and feeding schedules.
- Managed feed and equipment inventories and supported data collection on production.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
11.2019
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Agricultural software proficiency
- Milking equipment operation
- Irrigation management
- Bilingual communication
- Attention to detail
- Professionalism
- Relationship building
- Effective communication
- Data analysis
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
CORE COMPETENCIES
Available upon request
Accomplishments
Demonstrated skills in maximizing milk yield, elevating animal health standards and optimizing operational workflows through informed, strategic decision making & effective leadership
CORE COMPETENCIES
- Dairy Herd Management & Nutrition
- Milking Hygiene & Quality Control
- Feed Formulation & Silage Production
- Farm Planning, Budgeting & Reporting
- Team Leadership & Staff Training
- Breeding & Reproductive Management
- Record Keeping & Data Analysis
- Biosecurity & Animal Welfare
- Farm Equipment Operation & Maintenance
Timeline
Farm Manager - Gardenia Farm
10.2021 - 03.2025
Farm Manager - Kiserian Farm
01.2020 - 01.2021
Assistant Farm Manager (Intern) - Kalia Dairy Farm
01.2019 - 01.2020
Extension Services Officer - Trans-Nzoia County
01.2018
Training Attachment - Seko Dairy Farm
01.2017
Egerton University - Bachelor of Science, Animal Science