I am a diligent Livestock Expert with 5 years of success and expertise in animal production management, dairy farming support, farmers capacity building, and animal feed and health maintenance. I am adept at applying agricultural skills to practice thus improving food security and yielding excellent results. Moreover, I am highly skilled at fostering and maintaining strategic partnerships with partners and government agencies with focus on empowering communities through the development of sustainable agricultural business ventures. I have a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Egerton University in Kenya and recently graduated with a Master of Science in Agricultural Production and Chain Management from Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences in the Netherlands. Coupled with hands-on work experience in multi-cultural environments, I have developed versatile expertise in dairy farming, training, and capacity building, and learnt to interact meaningfully with people of different cultures. CORE STRENGTHS:❑ Agricultural exposure: I have profound knowledge of farm work and practical farm operations as well as experience working with farmers in rural development programs with a focus on agricultural value chains.❑ Excellent communication: Intelligent communicator and collaborator with exceptional verbal and written skills and proven ability in communicating effectively with technical and non-technical teams. ❑ Adaptability: I possess demonstrated experience working in fast-paced, multidisciplinary environments with tight deadlines and the ability to adjust to project priorities and demands of multiple clients.❑ Report Writing: I have written numerous reports regarding animal production and management.Through a dynamic experience and willingness to learn, I have become adept in planning, organizing, and supporting various farm activities. Working as a Field Livestock Extension Officer, I supported systematic and sustainable dairy farming practices in Uasin Gishu County in Kenya by actively participating in meetings and liaising with stakeholders. Moreover, I trained and offered capacity building to the local farmers on routine farm management.
Dairy Farming And Agricultural Solutions
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Freelance ConsultantDairy Farming And Agricultural SolutionsEldoret, Uasin Gishu County, Ke
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Livestock Extension OfficerUasingishu County Government Feb 2019 - Sep 2021Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, KenyaI worked for the Uasin-Gishu County Government in Kenya in the Agricultural sector strengthening the Livestock value chain in collaboration with organizations including SDCP, ASDSP, and other NGOs. Key Contributions:❑ Capacity building for livestock farmers on good agricultural practices❑ Supported systematic and sustainable dairy farming in Kenya by participating in meetings and liaising with stakeholders.❑ Enhanced market-oriented dairy enterprises for sustainable… Show more I worked for the Uasin-Gishu County Government in Kenya in the Agricultural sector strengthening the Livestock value chain in collaboration with organizations including SDCP, ASDSP, and other NGOs. Key Contributions:❑ Capacity building for livestock farmers on good agricultural practices❑ Supported systematic and sustainable dairy farming in Kenya by participating in meetings and liaising with stakeholders.❑ Enhanced market-oriented dairy enterprises for sustainable livelihoods.❑ Collaborated with other agricultural extension workers to ensure high-quality service delivery. ❑ Supported stakeholders in organizing exchange visits, trade fairs, and field days for smallholder dairy farmers to learn from model farmers and agricultural experts. Show less
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Field Sales AgentApollo Agriculture Nov 2020 - Apr 2021Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, KenyaApollo Agriculture is a technology company based in Nairobi, Kenya that helps small-scale farmers maximize their profits. Apollo bundles everything a farmer needs: financing, farm inputs, advice, insurance, and market access, when possible. Satellite data and machine learning enable better credit decisions, and automated operations keep costs low and processes scalable. I supported the company’s sales initiatives which involved selling agricultural farm inputs to smallholders’ farmers… Show more Apollo Agriculture is a technology company based in Nairobi, Kenya that helps small-scale farmers maximize their profits. Apollo bundles everything a farmer needs: financing, farm inputs, advice, insurance, and market access, when possible. Satellite data and machine learning enable better credit decisions, and automated operations keep costs low and processes scalable. I supported the company’s sales initiatives which involved selling agricultural farm inputs to smallholders’ farmers on credit to maximize their profits. Key Contributions:❑ Maintained customer information and records using organizational processes and automated operations, thus enabling better credit decisions, keeping costs low and processes scalable for the farmers. ❑ Provided information about the company’s products and services thus increasing sales through sales analysis and creative marketing.❑ Maximized the company’s profits through increased sales of the company’s products – Financing, Farm Inputs, Advice, Insurance and Market Access.❑ Improved customer satisfaction rates by escalating customer complaints, troubleshooting mobile app issues and providing first-level resolutions to clients in a timely fashion. Show less -
Animal ConsultantSmallholder Dairy Commercialization Programme Feb 2018 - Aug 2018Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, KenyaI supported the project that was funded by IFAD through the Kenya Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Livestock. I demonstrated excellent data collection skills and training of farmers to enable program success.Key Contributions❑ Collaborated with agricultural and livestock stakeholders in organizing exchange and trade visits.❑ Collected data and information for surveys, studies, reviews, and analysis.❑ Mobilized, sensitized, and organized project groups for assigned… Show more I supported the project that was funded by IFAD through the Kenya Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Livestock. I demonstrated excellent data collection skills and training of farmers to enable program success.Key Contributions❑ Collaborated with agricultural and livestock stakeholders in organizing exchange and trade visits.❑ Collected data and information for surveys, studies, reviews, and analysis.❑ Mobilized, sensitized, and organized project groups for assigned activities.❑ Trained farmers on dairy production areas including pasture and fodder establishment in the county.❑ Organized and coordinated the training of dairy farmer groups on best agricultural practices.❑ Trained farmers in formulation of home-made concentrates and feeds such silage. Show less
Mercy Kemboi Education Details
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Hb-Ki( Proffessional In Ki)Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician And Veterinary Assistant -
Animal/Livestock Husbandry And Production -
Control UnionAgricultural/Farm Supplies Retailing And Wholesaling -
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, And Related Sciences
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Mercy Kemboi works for Dairy Farming And Agricultural Solutions
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Mercy Kemboi's current role is Freelance Consultant.
What schools did Mercy Kemboi attend?
Mercy Kemboi attended Hb-Ki( Proffessional In Ki), Van Hall Larenstein University Of Applied Sciences, Control Union, Egerton University.
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