Eric Kwabena Asare (P.Ag)

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Saskatoon, SK. S7V 0G3

Phone: 306-***-**** (Home), (306)- 880-8091 (cell).

E-mail: adbkq1@r.postjobfree.com

OBJECTIVE

Seeking a Field Research Agronomist position for research and development that leads to dissemination of expertise and experience in crop production and development

SKILLS

Excellent scientific background with positive attitude for developing, delivering and evaluating research programs

Strong knowledge in crop production

Experience in data collection, analysis and results presentation

Capacity to collaborate effectively with other scientific researchers interested in crop production and development

Ability to lead projects and perform exceptionally as a team leader and player

Experience in developing and/or following standard protocols and equipment maintenance

Ability to perform exceptionally under high pressure and consistently meet tight deadlines

Ability to thrive in challenging working environments due to excellent written, oral and interpersonal communicating skills

Computer Skills: SAS, Excel, Word, PowerPoint

STRENGTHS

Analytical – good problem solver (troubleshooting)

Efficient time management and pays attention to detail

Ability to relate exceptionally with peers, co-workers and superiors

Cool tempered and easy-going attitude

Well balanced between work and personal and family

EDUCATION

2011 Ph. D in Plant Science, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK

2000 M.Phil., Plant Science, University of Ghana, Legon – Accra, Ghana

1994 B. Sc. (Hons.) Agriculture (Crop Production option), University of Ghana, Legon – Accra, Ghana

FIELD RESEARCH / WORK EXPERIENCE AND EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

2012 - Present. Research and Development Leader (Ultimate Yield Management Institute (UYMI) - Rack Petroleum Limited.

Responsible for design, execution and reporting of field research trials. Conducted multi-locational field research trials for plant disease control, crop yield increase and stress reduction on canola, wheat, barley, peas and lentils,

Compendium and research report writing: Prepared yearly trial results into compendium for research symposium lunch for growers and industry players

Researched into pea root rot disease reduction caused by Fusarium and /or Aphanomyces on infested soils using soil and foliar fertility, pea growth, development and seed yield increase

Conducted field research aimed at increasing canola, wheat, durum and soybean yield with different seed place and foliar fertility combinations.

Successfully conducted research on the effect of glyphosate or glufosinate on metabolism of Roundup Ready (RR) canola with adjuvants enriched with or without manganese (Mn) and zinc (Zn).

Tested the influence of Lipochitooligosaccharide (LCO) technology in nodulation of field pea

2005-2011. Plant Science Department, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Canada

Successfully characterized ten barley genotypes with variation in starch amylose and non-starch carbohydrate concentration

Proximate composition analysis of different barley genotypes for parental selection in breeding programs

Provided research findings to barley breeders, agronomist and producers through seminars, conferences and scientific publications

2000-2005. Research Scientist, Biotechnology and Nuclear Agricultural Research Institute (BNARI), Ghana

Researched and developed processes to enhance in vitro propagation of cassava and control of African Cassava Mosaic Virus (ACMV) diseases

Established field nurseries and multi-locational trials during the introduction of tissue culture derived planting materials

Responsible for commercial profitability, competitiveness and distribution of research generated small-grain and vegetatively propagated tropical crops resulting in annual sales of $500,000

AFFILIATIONS

Professional Agrologist (PAg), Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologist, (SIA) Saskatoon

American Association of Cereal Chemist (AACC)

Agricultural Scientist Association of Ghana (ASAG)

REFERENCES

Neil Yelland (Director of Advisory Services)

Trimble/Agri-Trend, Trimble, Agri-Data Solution

Saskatchewan, Canada

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Alexander Osei-Owusu

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Benjamin Amon

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