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Ahmed Attia

Tyler,TX

Summary

Agronomy and digital agriculture professional with over 10 years of experience translating field data, spatial analytics, and modeling outputs into actionable decisions for growers, agronomists, and industry partners. Experienced in leading agronomic analyses, mentoring teams, and supporting adoption of data-driven practices that improve profitability, resilience, and sustainability.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Agronomy & Precision Agriculture Lead

Texas A&M AgriLife Research
01.2025 - Current
  • - Lead agroecosystem and precision agronomy analyses under variable climate and extreme weather conditions.
  • - Integrate field data, remote sensing, and process-based & machine learning models for farm-level decisions.
  • - Translate modeling outputs into actionable recommendations for growers and extension partners.
  • - Support adoption of climate-smart, data-driven agronomic practices.

Digital Agronomist & Decision Support Specialist

ICBA (UAE) & JKI (Germany)
01.2021 - 01.2024
  • - Developed digital agriculture tools supporting climate-resilient systems.
  • - Conducted spatial analyses to prioritize regions and management zones.
  • - Evaluated crop rotations, cover crops, and fertility strategies.
  • - Mentored junior scientists and analysts.

Agronomy, Crop Modeling & Applied Systems Specialist

01.2016 - 01.2021
  • - Delivered applied agronomic and crop systems analyses across diverse environments.
  • - Modified eco-physiological models to support regional decision-making.
  • - Applied advanced R-based analytics and spatial modeling.
  • - Engaged producers and stakeholders to support adoption of improved practices.

Education

Ph.D. - Agronomy

Texas A&M University

M.Sc. - Agronomy

Zagazig University

B.Sc. - Agricultural Sciences (Agronomy)

Zagazig University

Skills

  • Precision Agronomy & Crop Advising
  • Digital Agriculture & Decision Support
  • Spatial & Sub-Field Variability Analysis
  • Grower & Extension Engagement
  • Agronomy Team Mentorship & Leadership
  • Sustainability & Profitability Trade-offs
  • R & Python Programming
  • GIS & Remote Sensing
  • Crop & Agroecosystem Models
  • Data Analytics & Modeling
  • Grower Decision Support

Accomplishments

  • Translated complex agronomic, spatial, and modeling analyses into actionable field- and sub-field–level recommendations used to guide management decisions under variable climate and production conditions.
  • Enabled grower- and agronomist-focused decision support by integrating crop models, remote sensing, soil, and weather data into practical, easy-to-interpret frameworks.
  • Quantified trade-offs among yield stability, input efficiency, soil health, and environmental risk, supporting adoption of climate-smart and profitability-focused practices.
  • Supported adoption of digital agronomy tools by serving as a technical bridge between data teams, agronomists, extension specialists, and producers across multiple regions.

Certification

Certified Crop Advisor (CCA) — Willing to obtain within one year

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Agronomy & Precision Agriculture Lead

Texas A&M AgriLife Research
01.2025 - Current

Digital Agronomist & Decision Support Specialist

ICBA (UAE) & JKI (Germany)
01.2021 - 01.2024

Agronomy, Crop Modeling & Applied Systems Specialist

01.2016 - 01.2021

M.Sc. - Agronomy

Zagazig University

B.Sc. - Agricultural Sciences (Agronomy)

Zagazig University

Ph.D. - Agronomy

Texas A&M University
Ahmed Attia