Obed Rioba Oyange
Ikonge
Summary
Adept Farm Supervisor with a proven track record at Kitil Farm, enhancing crop production through expert soil analysis and innovative breeding practices. Skilled in managing operations and coordinating maintenance, I excel in marketing produce and fostering team communication. Achieved significant operational efficiencies, demonstrating a keen understanding of environmental impacts and a commitment to sustainable farming.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Supervisor
Kitil Farm
02.2023 - Current
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Used recognized breeding practices to stabilize and improve stock.
- Worked on cultivation plans for crop production operations.
- Marketed farm products.
- Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
- Raised and hand-sowed certified natural crops.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
- Participated in production meetings to align crop strategies with objectives and address issues with current products and techniques.
- Performed minor repair work on field equipment and notified mechanic of major breakdowns.
- Conducted medical examinations and organized paperwork for incoming animals.
- Taught employees how to work with animals and relate to members of public to garner interest and support for operations.
Casual Farm Worker
Genetic Resources Research Institute
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Utilized trucks or carts to move equipment, poultry and livestock from one location to another.
- Planted crops in fields, helping farmers distribute seeds and plan harvesting schedules.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Assisted farmers with feeding and watering cows, sheep, goats, and pigs.
- Employed milking machines to milk farm animals such as cows, collecting samples of milk for laboratory analysis.
- Constructed chicken houses to protect chickens from rain, direct sunlight and prey.
- Trained part-time help in livestock care and ranch operations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Pwani University
Mombasa02.2022
No Degree -
Ringa Boys High School
Nyamira11.2016
Skills
- Allocating resources
- Managing operations
- Understanding of environmental impacts
- Coordinating maintenance
- Seed purchasing
- Livestock feeding proficiency
- Controlling pests
- Marketing produce
- Farm equipment operation
- Animal Breeding
- Documentation skills
- Market Research and Analysis
- Irrigation system
- Crop Management
- Preventive Maintenance
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Animal Record Maintenance
- Insecticides Application
- Crop Inspection
Languages
Kiswahili
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Farm Supervisor
Kitil Farm
02.2023 - Current
Casual Farm Worker
Genetic Resources Research Institute
01.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Animal Science
Pwani University
No Degree -
Ringa Boys High School
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