Ajith Babburu
Weslaco,TX
Summary
Motivated graduate with 4 years of advanced knowledge in crop production, pest and disease management. Demonstrated success in fostering innovation and advancing research within collaborative environments. Seeking a professional opportunity to contribute to company objectives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Texas A&M University
Kingsville, TX
12.2023 - Current
- Conducting comprehensive research on the impact of micronutrients and antioxidants in mitigating Huanglongbing (HLB) disease in citrus trees.
- Led project initiatives to optimize disease management strategies, contributing to the control of HLB disease in Texas.
- Performed molecular biology techniques such as Conventional PCR, Quantitative PCR, Melt curve analysis, and gel electrophoresis to analyze plant samples and detect the presence of HLB pathogens.
Leaf Agronomist
Indian Tobacco Company (ITC)
Kurnool, India
08.2019 - 09.2022
- Collaborated with 4,000+ farmers of 60 villages to implement sustainable farming practices, resulting in a 15% increase in crop yield and a 20% reduction in input costs
- Successfully implemented crop protection and IPM practices to control pests and diseases efficiently
- Spearheaded the execution of comprehensive Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) for local farmers
- Guided farmers in adopting advanced cultivation techniques, fostering improved crop quality and resource management
- Conducted 600+ farm meetings and extension training programs for the farmers to achieve optimal outputs
- Conducted field trials along with R&D team to control Tobacco mosaic virus and Phytophthora in Flue-cured tobacco
- Knowledge of various Indian tobacco production systems covering KFC, Flue-cured, Burley, Rustica, and Talmari.
Export Manager
Indian Tobacco Company (ITC)
Guntur, India
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Managed end-to-end processes of purchasing, grading, processing, and international export of agricultural goods
- Forged strong relationships with global manufacturers like PMI, JTI, ITG, AOI, and Universal Tobacco
- Elevated customer satisfaction through enhanced service delivery, fostering long-term client loyalty
- Developed specialized growing programs, optimizing product quality and meeting unique customer demands.
Education
Master's in plant and soil science -
Texas A&M University
Kingsville, TX12-2025
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture -
Agricultural College
Bapatla, AP05.2017
Skills
- Project management
- Hands-on experience in handling agricultural projects
- Field Trial Design & Statistical Data Analysis
- Tissue Culture Techniques & Greenhouse Management
- Molecular Biology Techniques
- Proficient in DNA extraction
- Gel electrophoresis
- QPCR
- Melt curve analysis
- Environmental Data Analysis using metro data loggers
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Research and analysis
- Data Source Management
Websites
Additional Information
I have a full driving license valid in the USA and India.
Projectsinternship
- Rural Awareness Work Experience Program, Acted as liaison between State extension agencies and farmers.
- Internship with ITC Pvt. Limited-Guntur, Ap, India, Conducted comprehensive surveys to assess the facilities like drinking water, streetlights, and roads to turn into smart village upgrades.
Coursework
- Crop protection
- Biotechnology
- Plant pathology
- Horticulture
- Environmental Science
- Statistics
- Crop Production
Certification
- RF Safety Awareness and Protocol Training Certificate - Radiofrequency Safety International (RSI) or NARDA.
- Sustainable Agriculture Certificate – Various Institutes & Universities offering agricultural programs.
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Texas A&M University
12.2023 - Current
Leaf Agronomist
Indian Tobacco Company (ITC)
08.2019 - 09.2022
Export Manager
Indian Tobacco Company (ITC)
07.2017 - 07.2019
Master's in plant and soil science -
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture -
Agricultural College