Agriculture Advisor/Trainer with demonstrated history of working in agriculture resource development and Project Management. Adept in Empowerment of rural communities in implementing and adopting sustainable farming practices: intergrated farm management, regenerative agriculture, rational farming, organic farming and research. I am passionate about providing technical assistance and being part of solutions that improve productivity of Youth and women in agribusiness.
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Project OfficerPractical Action In KenyaKenya -
FreelanceAgroparliament Jan 2023 - Present
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Ass. Complex Manager/AgronomistAgricultural Development Corporation Aug 2017 - Dec 2022Nakuru, KenyaCrops department head, coordination of hybrid seed multiplication and assisting in conducting trials in liaise with key stakeholders on new varieties. (potatoes, wheat, Barley, canola, oats, beans, coffee, Maize) Technical supervisor for all field activities that include land preparation, planting, inspection, pest and disease comtrol, Harvesting, seed selection and delivery for processing. Spearheading environment conservation through sustainable land use systems… Show more Crops department head, coordination of hybrid seed multiplication and assisting in conducting trials in liaise with key stakeholders on new varieties. (potatoes, wheat, Barley, canola, oats, beans, coffee, Maize) Technical supervisor for all field activities that include land preparation, planting, inspection, pest and disease comtrol, Harvesting, seed selection and delivery for processing. Spearheading environment conservation through sustainable land use systems. Participatory management of coffee nutrition, pest and disease control and preliminary cherry processing and grading. . Technical progress reporting on weekly, monthly and quarterly basisFarm machinery calibration for precision input usage and increased efficiencyEducation and training of farm workers and community members on GAP to improve on productivity. Inspection of hybrid seeds in Liaison with KEPHIS at different growth stages for quality assurance. Advisory/training of farmers in agricultural forums organized in collaboration with stakeholders. Show less
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Farm Manager: Livestock & Coffee SectionAgricultural Development Corporation Jun 2014 - Jul 2017Trans-Nzoia County, KenyaSpearheading management of over 1000 beef animals and sheep that include planning and execution of livestock routine practices, fattening of steers and coordinating grazing programme. Monitoring and maintain livestock health and maintaining feed and nutrition programs.Developing and maintaining good relationships with farmers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.Management of grazing fields, leys and overseeing silage making.Overseeing performing basic routine… Show more Spearheading management of over 1000 beef animals and sheep that include planning and execution of livestock routine practices, fattening of steers and coordinating grazing programme. Monitoring and maintain livestock health and maintaining feed and nutrition programs.Developing and maintaining good relationships with farmers, suppliers, and other stakeholders.Management of grazing fields, leys and overseeing silage making.Overseeing performing basic routine practices for doper sheep and beef animals.Assisting in purchase of animal feeds, drugs and consumables.Overseeing coffee nursery establishment, planting, routine practices in coffee plantation, nutrition management, harvesting and preliminary processing and grading.Conducting research and management of demos for proper planning and input utilisation. Show less
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AgronomistProfarm Africa Ltd Aug 2010 - Aug 2011Nairobi, KenyaDirect sales and marketing of agrochemicals and fertilizers by running marketing compaigns through various platformsEstablished participatory on-farm research on the best spraying regime for our products in different regions. Technical progress reporting to the managing director for effective planning and facilitationLiaise with stakeholders in conducting training and on-farm reserach to famers groups. Capacity building and training of sales agents and… Show more Direct sales and marketing of agrochemicals and fertilizers by running marketing compaigns through various platformsEstablished participatory on-farm research on the best spraying regime for our products in different regions. Technical progress reporting to the managing director for effective planning and facilitationLiaise with stakeholders in conducting training and on-farm reserach to famers groups. Capacity building and training of sales agents and farmers groups. Show less
Amos Maina Education Details
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Second Class Honours -
Bukura Agricultural CollegeCredit
Frequently Asked Questions about Amos Maina
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Amos Maina works for Practical Action In Kenya
What is Amos Maina's role at the current company?
Amos Maina's current role is Project Officer.
What schools did Amos Maina attend?
Amos Maina attended Egerton University, Bukura Agricultural College.
Who are Amos Maina's colleagues?
Amos Maina's colleagues are Nyabinda Naman, Big Tasty, Anuj Dhoj Joshi, Suzanne Richards, Gloria Chávez Marín, Khommaya Thapa Pun, Dil Bishwakarma.
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