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
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