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Farm Manager
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Demonstrated experience with Broad-Acre Farming.
Demonstrated experience with Rice.
Demonstrated experience with Maize.
Demonstrated experience with Sugarcane.
Demonstrated experience with Wheat.
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Farm Manager open to new opportunities
Experience
Sales & Marketing Manager – Agri Inputs
Drove national commercial growth across Tanzania by leading sales, marketing, business development, distribution, dealer management, commercial operations, administration and market expansion for seeds, fertilizers and crop-protection products.. Delivered USD 1.9M business in 2024 against an initial annual target of USD 200K, considerably outperforming expectations through a combination of B2B and B2C sales.. Generated USD 3.1M business in the first six months of 2025, sustaining strong growth momentum through expanded market coverage, distributor development and direct B2B relationships.. Built a 100+ dealer/distributor network across 25 regions of Tanzania, strengthening product availability, distribution reach and market penetration.. Expanded the customer base by onboarding approximately 80 distributors and 4 direct B2B accounts, developing long-term commercial relationships and new revenue channels.. Formulated national sales and market strategies covering sales targets, market projections, territory development, product positioning, promotional initiatives and business growth priorities.. Managed sales performance and reporting through monthly, quarterly and annual targets, sales projections, performance monitoring, management reports and executive presentations.. Led salesforce recruitment and supervision, managing team performance, target achievement, market execution and ongoing sales-force monitoring.. Strengthened market intelligence through competitor and customer analysis, market research, promotional planning and identification of emerging business opportunities.. Managed key customer relationships across B2B and B2C segments, supporting customer acquisition, retention and business development.. Coordinated product registration and regulatory liaison, ensuring compliance requirements were addressed for agricultural input products.. Managed shipment clearance and logistics while coordinating supply-chain activities to ensure timely movement and availability of agricultural inputs.. Supervised commercial administration including sales and expense accounts, warehouse activities, inventory coordination and operational documentation.. Supported agro-commodity procurement planning, aligning sourcing requirements with commercial demand, market opportunities and operational needs.
Farm / Commercial Manager – Agriculture
Led end-to-end broad-acre farm operations covering commercial activities, farm administration, resource planning, agronomy, crop production and operational execution.. Managed large-scale agricultural operations across rice and maize cultivation, including production planning, land preparation, planting, irrigation, fertigation, crop protection, harvesting, drying and processing.. Improved paddy productivity by increasing dry paddy yield from 6.8 to 7.3 tonnes/ha at 12% moisture while reducing cultivation costs by 14%.. Managed procurement and inventory of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and other agricultural supplies, ensuring timely availability for farm operations.. Controlled farm labour and workforce operations, including hiring, deployment, supervision, payroll administration, field-team management and workplace health & safety.. Managed budgets and financial reporting while preparing production plans, cost estimates and operational reports to support profitability and management decision-making.. Strengthened agronomic performance through nutrient management, fertigation, integrated weed, pest and disease management and crop-specific field interventions.. Led farm machinery and equipment including calibration, preventive maintenance and operational readiness to support efficient field execution.. Managed agro-commodity inspection and costing, ensuring quality assessment, commercial evaluation and cost-effective procurement.. Supported contract farming and outgrower activities, providing technical guidance to farmers and coordinating agricultural production requirements.. Guided farmers and field teams on crop practices, agronomic interventions and productivity improvement across commercial farming operations.. Coordinated commercial farm activities encompassing procurement, production, resource utilization and operational planning to support overall farm profitability.
Senior Officer Agronomist – Agriculture
Provided end-to-end agronomic support for paddy and maize cultivation, covering land preparation, weed management, pest and disease control, nutrient management and crop production.. Selected and procured agricultural inputs including seeds, fertilizers and pesticides based on crop requirements, field conditions and production plans.. Conducted field trials and demonstrations across farmer and outgrower fields to evaluate agricultural practices and improve crop performance.. Managed farmer and extension engagement by providing technical guidance and strengthening adoption of Good Agricultural Practices (GAPs).. Trained 3,000+ farmers on GAPs, achieving a five-year farmer-training target within just three years through structured field-level training and extension activities.. Recruited and trained agricultural staff, while supervising field teams and supporting day-to-day administrative requirements.. Managed budgets and financial reporting, supporting planning, resource allocation and operational control.. Coordinated government and stakeholder liaison to facilitate smooth execution of agricultural activities and project requirements.. Supported Rice Plant operations including milling, processing, sales and marketing activities, connecting agricultural production with downstream commercial operations.. Supervised equipment servicing and repairs, ensuring agricultural machinery and equipment remained operational for field activities.. Managed integrated pest, disease and weed management, along with nutrient management and other crop-protection interventions.
Assistant Manager (Planning) – Agriculture
Supported large-scale agricultural planning and execution covering broad-acre land preparation and plantation activities for sugarcane and maize.. Managed input selection and procurement for a 5,000-hectare sugarcane farm, ensuring availability of appropriate seeds, fertilizers, pesticides and other production inputs.. Prepared and monitored farm budgets, supporting execution of agricultural activities within approved cost parameters.. Managed crop agronomy across sugarcane, maize and wheat, covering production planning, nutrient management, weed control and crop-protection practices.. Recruited, trained and supervised farm personnel, ensuring effective deployment and execution of field activities.. Implemented integrated pest and disease management, along with weed and nutrient-management practices to support crop productivity.. Supported farm profitability initiatives through cost monitoring, resource optimization and efficient operational planning.. Managed agricultural equipment maintenance, supporting operational readiness and uninterrupted field execution.. Supervised commercial farm operations and reporting, providing management with updates on production, resources, costs and operational progress.
Junior Agronomist
Supported large-scale cotton and maize production across a commercial farm of approximately 2,500 hectares, covering land preparation and field-level crop activities.. Managed agronomic operations including planting, irrigation, pesticide application, weed management, nutrient management and integrated pest and disease management.. Coordinated agricultural inputs including seeds, pesticides and fertilizers in line with crop requirements and production schedules.. Conducted field trials to evaluate crop practices and support improvements in agricultural productivity.. Supervised farm staff and labour, including workforce deployment, training and day-to-day field coordination.. Supported farm budgeting and planning, contributing to efficient resource utilization and operational execution.. Managed cotton procurement and commercial farm activities, supporting the movement of agricultural output from production to commercial operations.
Volunteer Trainee – Agriculture
Gained hands-on international agricultural exposure through practical training in commercial farming operations.. Worked on ornamental plant production within greenhouse nursery environments, including plant maintenance and routine cultivation activities.. Supported commercial production of cut flowers and vegetables across greenhouse and open-field farming environments.. Developed practical exposure to modern agricultural practices, field operations and nursery management in Israel.
Packaging Supervisor – Exotic Vegetables & Fruits (Horticulture)
Managed packaging and quality-control operations for exotic vegetables and fruits, ensuring adherence to defined operational and quality standards.. Maintained receiving, dispatch and stock records, supporting accurate inventory and movement tracking.. Ensured operational compliance with established packaging and handling procedures.. Coordinated container loading activities, supporting efficient dispatch and safe handling of horticultural produce.