Linduyise Welcome Mntambo
Assistant Agricultural Practitioner
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Agricultural Practitioner
Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development
01.2023 - Current
- Work alongside senior agronomists to provide on-site support to farmers in areas such as planting, irrigation, and pest management
- Assist in conducting field trials and experiments to test new agronomic practices
- Collect and record data related to crop performance, soil conditions, and environmental factors
- Utilize data collection tools and technologies to maintain accurate and up-to-date records
- Participate in the development and delivery of training programs for farmers, focusing on best agronomic practices and safety measures
- Support educational initiatives to enhance farmers' understanding of sustainable agriculture
- Assist in literature reviews and research activities related to crop management and agronomic innovations
- Collaborate with senior agronomists in implementing research findings into practical farming strategies
- Conduct regular farm visits to assess crop conditions, identify issues, and provide recommendations for improvement
- Build positive relationships with farmers to enhance communication and cooperation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the company to ensure seamless communication and coordination
- Engage with farmers to gather feedback and insights for continuous improvement
Agricultural Advisor (assistant)
Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Conduct on-site farm visits for soil and plant sampling
- Maintain detailed records of fields, customers, crops, and samples
- Provide agronomic advice and mentorship to developing farmers
- Assist with equipment calibrations, such as planters and boom sprayers
- Stay informed about industry developments and share relevant information
- Deliver written and verbal guidance, advice, and feedback
- Present researched information on relevant subjects
- Communicate business, market, and risk insights to clients
- Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety laws
- Conduct specialized investigations and provide recommendations
- Analyze and interpret data for specific farming practices, including precision farming
- Provide written and verbal advice and feedback to internal stakeholders
- Estimate crop yields and contribute to production cost guidelines
- Assist in establishing norms for consistent crop production areas
- Share business, market, and risk information with internal clients
- Address ad-hoc inquiries and challenges
- Adhere to occupational health and safety regulations
- Support co-ordination of marketing initiatives
- Establish and nurture networks with internal and external stakeholders
- Build corporate image and foster client/stakeholder relationships
- Responsively address inquiries from clients
Education
National Diploma - Agriculture Plant Production
Mangosuthu University of Technology
National Agricultural Foundation Certificate - undefined
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Junior Farm Manager Certificate - Plant Production
South African Sugar Research institute
Senior Certificate - Sugarcane
South African Sugar Research institute
Skills
Crop Physiology
Soil Science
Plant pathology
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Data Analysis
GIS
Communication
Analytical skills
Leadership
Expanding areas of sale
References
Phumlani Mhlongo, Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development, Agricultural Manager, 0769414225
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: South African
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
IsiZulu
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Assistant Agricultural Practitioner
Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development
01.2023 - Current
Agricultural Advisor (assistant)
Department of Agriculture Land Reform and Rural Development
03.2020 - 12.2022
National Diploma - Agriculture Plant Production
Mangosuthu University of Technology
National Agricultural Foundation Certificate - undefined
Mangosuthu University of Technology
Junior Farm Manager Certificate - Plant Production
South African Sugar Research institute
Senior Certificate - Sugarcane
South African Sugar Research institute