NOMANDLA MKHIZE
Agriculture
Pietermaritzburg
Summary
Production Intern supporting crop production through chemical application data, variety trial records, and operational reporting. Coordinates 11–20 seasonal workers, applies Integrated Pest Management practices, and prepares updates for senior growers to support accurate farm decisions. Maintains compliant handling of fertilizers and chemicals while keeping production data at 100% accuracy.
Overview
4
4
Languages
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Intern
Blueberry Hill Farms
East London
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted in daily production operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Supervised and coordinated 20+ seasonal workers to enhance task completion efficiency.
- Supported quality control measures by inspecting produce for defects and implementing corrective actions.
- Conducted variety trials, recording growth, yield, and performance data to inform management decisions.
- Conduct variety trials, recording growth, yield, and performance data for management decisions.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow during peak harvest periods.
EXTENSION PLACEMENT for 3rd YEARS
UKZN
Ndarhala
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Collected farmer survey data through Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) tools to inform local agricultural strategies
- Engaged with 5+ farmers and stakeholders to identify and document needs and development challenges for tailored solutions
- Collected and captured farmer survey data using Participatory Rural Appraisal (PRA) tools
- Prepared structured reports and recommendations for academic supervisors to enhance project outcomes and stakeholder engagement
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Education
Bachelor of Agriculture - Agricultural Extn And Rural Resource Management
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Pietermaritzburg, South Africa05-2024
matriculate -
UMlulama Secondary School
Hopewell, Richmond01-2020
Skills
Microsoft Excel
PRIVA Farm Management System
Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
Project Planning & Documentation
Report Writing
Crop monitoring
Labour supervision & coordination
Stakeholder engagement
Chemical handling safety
Field data collection
Interests
reading novels, Volleyball, Hiking
Timeline
Production Intern
Blueberry Hill Farms
01.2025 - 01.2026
EXTENSION PLACEMENT for 3rd YEARS
UKZN
09.2023 - 10.2023
Bachelor of Agriculture - Agricultural Extn And Rural Resource Management
University of KwaZulu-Natal
matriculate -
UMlulama Secondary School