Pest Management Capacity Building

“Seeking a leadership role in a forward-thinking

agricultural organization to drive sustainable

farming innovations, market-focused strategies, LALIT KUMAR DOGRA

and rural development initiatives.”

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A dedicated professional with over 12 years of experience in agricultural development,

specializing in crop diversification, sustainable farming, & post-harvest management

across Himachal Pradesh, Telangana, and other regions. Recently served as Assistant

Manager at AVT McCormick Ingredients Pvt. Ltd., leading projects focused on

CORE COMPETENCIES sustainable paprika and chili production aligned with international quality

standards and integrated pest management. Skilled in vegetable cultivation

(protected & open), soilless cultivation & nursery production, strategic marketing,

Project Planning & Implementation

and leadership, adept at driving agro-based micro-enterprises to success. Experience

in capacity building and empowering farmers, extension staff, and students through

Exposure Visits & Field Training advanced cultivation techniques, targeted training programs, practical field

exposure, and procurement best practices. Demonstrates expertise in natural and

Vegetable & Fruit Cultivation organic farming techniques, fostering sustainable agricultural development and market-

oriented production. Skilled in market-driven agriculture, including direct marketing,

multi-location trials, and the development of value-added agro-enterprises. Maintains

Post-Harvest Management strong connections with farmers in Himachal Pradesh & Haryana, enabling effective

grassroots implementation and impactful outreach. Academic leadership as Head of

Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Department and expertise in nursery management, soilless cultivation, and crop

protection contribute to improving productivity and rural livelihoods. Known for

Nursery Management & Soilless applying data-driven advisories and fostering strong collaborations to support

Cultivation sustainable & resilient farming communities.

Capacity Building & Training WORK EXPERIENCE

Assistant Manager – Agro Projects AVT McCormick Ingredients Pvt. Ltd. Chamba,

Sustainable Farming Practices Himachal Pradesh & Hanmakonda, Telangana, India Jul 2021 – Feb 2025 (3.8 Years)

Roles & Responsibilities:

Multi-location Trials & Crop Improvement • Spearheaded the Sustainable Paprika Production Project across Himachal Pradesh,

leading identification of farmers, suitable cultivation areas, and conducting multi-

location trials to optimize yield and quality.

• Implemented paprika cultivation practices aligned with international market

ACADEMIA CERTIFICATIONS

standards, emphasizing Integrated Pest Management (IPM), and overseeing post-

• Master of Science, Agriculture (Vegetable harvest processes including solar and mechanized drying, grading, sorting, packaging,

Science): CSK Himachal Pradesh Krishi cold storage, and transportation to ensure export-quality produce.

Vishvavidyalaya - 2012 • Coordinated procurement from farmers, ensuring fair pricing, quality assurance, and

• Bachelor of Science, Agriculture: CSK timely aggregation for seamless supply chain operations.

Himachal Pradesh Krishi Vishvavidyalaya - • Monitored and evaluated sustainable and export-quality chili production projects in

2010 Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, & Karnataka, driving improvements in yield and quality

standards.

• Developed and recommended effective management strategies for controlling Black

Thrips infestations in chili crops, enhancing crop health and productivity.

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES • Conducted multi-location trials in Himachal Pradesh to promote sustainable celery

(seed spice) production, collaborating closely with field staff and farmers experienced

Surveyor June 2010 Chamba, Himachal in celery cultivation in Haryana and Punjab.

Pradesh, India Department of Agricultural

Economics, Extension Education & Rural Sociology, Farming & Post-Harvest Expert JICA-funded Technical Cooperation Project on Crop

College of Agriculture Diversification Phase-II Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India Apr 2017 – June 2021

• Conducted a survey for the project titled (4.3 Years)

“Evaluation of Poly-house Scheme in Himachal

Pradesh” under the “Earn While You Learn” Roles & Responsibilities:

program. • Led the implementation of crop diversification and marketing activities across

multiple project sites in HP, driving sustainable agricultural development.

Exposure Visits Japan Jul 2015 – Aug 2019 • Conducted extensive capacity-building programs for farmers and extension staff on

• Participated in hands-on training to learn advanced vegetable cultivation techniques such as grafting, cuttings, and nursery

advanced techniques in vegetable and fruit raising in soilless media.

cultivation, including soilless nursery and crop • Supported farmers & Self-Help Groups (SHGs) in establishing small-scale enterprises,

cultivation, training, pruning, staking, and including nursery production units under open and protected structures, and

propagation through grafting and cuttings. promoted unique local specialties like dried cherry tomatoes, mulberry tea, pine tea,

• Gained knowledge of post-harvest handling apricot pickle, rhododendron jam, ash gourd juice, and edamame.

practices. • Promoted diversified farm and non-farm income-generating activities to enhance

• Familiarized with Japan’s direct marketing rural livelihoods.

system for vegetables, fruits, and other farm • Utilized market information systems to monitor price trends and provide timely

products. advisories on production planning, focusing on early and off-season vegetable

cultivation to maximize market returns.

• Conducted demand and supply surveys of exotic vegetables at key Agricultural

SOFT SKILLS Produce Market Committees (APMCs) in Chandigarh and Azadpur (New Delhi) to

develop targeted cultivation strategies for project regions.

• Excellent Communication • Explored and assessed local markets in Chandigarh and Delhi to identify

• Strong Leadership & Team Management opportunities for direct marketing of vegetables and specialty products from

Himachal Pradesh, strengthening market linkages for farmers.

• Collaborative & Cross-Functional Work

• Effective Problem-Solving Assistant Professor & Head of Department KC Group of Institutions Nawan Shehar,

• High Adaptability in Dynamic Environments Punjab, India Oct 2015 – Mar 2017 (1.6 Years)

• Strong Attention to Detail

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Analytical & Critical Thinking • Delivered comprehensive lectures across diverse agricultural disciplines, including

Extension Education, Agricultural Economics, Marketing, Entomology, Plant

Pathology, Agronomy, Olericulture, and Horticulture.

• Facilitated capacity building by training students in advanced farming techniques and

PERSONAL DETAILS modern agricultural practices.

• Coordinated the RAWE (Rural Agricultural Work Experience) program, providing

Date of Birth: 15 January 1989 students with hands-on training through field attachments on vegetable and fruit

Languages: Hindi, English, Punjabi & Haryanvi cultivation, grafting, cuttings, staking, and soilless nursery raising for fruits,

Address: Chamba, Himachal Pradesh vegetables, and flowers across farms in Himachal Pradesh and Punjab.

Reference: Available on Request • Oversaw academic monitoring and evaluation, ensuring the continuous progress and

skill development of students.

Assistant Farming & Post-Harvest Expert JICA-funded Technical Cooperation Project on

Crop Diversification Phase I Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India

Aug 2012 – Sept 2015 (3.2 Years)

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Led capacity development initiatives for farmers and agricultural extension staff

under the project and the Department of Agriculture, Himachal Pradesh, enhancing

knowledge and practical skills in crop diversification.

• Developed comprehensive training modules focused on strengthening farming

practices and marketing strategies for members of Krishak Vikas Associations (Water

User Groups), improving both productivity and market access.

• Authored detailed literature and guidelines on vegetable cultivation (both open-field

and protected), post-harvest management, integrated pest management, and the safe

application of pesticides, supporting sustainable agricultural practices.

• Provided expert guidance on leveraging market information systems to aid farmers

and extension workers in crop planning and marketing decisions, fostering data-

driven agricultural approaches.

• Organized and facilitated exposure visits for extension staff and farmers to Punjab

and Haryana, promoting knowledge exchange on commercial vegetable and fruit

cultivation and effective marketing strategies.

• Collaborated with local stakeholders to identify market trends and challenges,

contributing to the design of adaptive crop diversification strategies aligned with

regional demands.

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