SHEILA CHEPKOECH LIMO
agronomist
Everett,WA
Summary
To establish a successful career in the field of agriculture by applying experience drawn from a dynamic work environment and obtaining a challenging position in an organization that Supports professional growth and advancement. To be part of an organization that has social responsibilities and brings positive change in the communities around where it operates.
A Motivated, compliant, responsible, enthusiastic, Energetic and passionate individual. I am capable of working in multicultural, multiracial teams and handling communication and teamwork effectively.
Experienced with sustainable farming methods and soil management techniques. Utilizes practical knowledge to support agricultural productivity and environmental stewardship. Knowledge of effective teamwork and problem-solving in dynamic farm environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Agricultural Intern
Pleasant Valley Gardens
02.2024 - 10.2024
- assisted in physical land preparation,selection of seedling and planting of both vegetable crops and flower both perennial and annual.
- monitored crop growth and applied fertilizer and pesticides as needed
- installed,maintained irrigation systems to ensure proper water supply in both field and greenhouses
- conducted pest and disease inspections and implemented control measures.
- Developed advanced understanding of market trends and consumer preferences through ongoing industry research and analysis.
- Participated in farmers market as a sale representative which include coordinating the set up of market stalls,interacted directly with customers and managed day to day sales transaction.
- conducted regular inventory checks in the farm to ensure well stocked produce enhancing customers satisfaction.
- maintained greenhouse and field conditions to ensure optimal flower and crop growth.
- Increased profitability through the implementation of cost-effective production methods while maintaining quality standards.
- assisted in community support agriculture program through organizing and distribution of bi-weekly CSA boxes ensuring that a diverse range of fresh produces reached the subscribed member.
AGRONOMIST
NATUREZA FARM
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Involved in modernized irrigation system such as laying, testing, and maintenance of drip irrigation system
- Assisted with maintenance and installation of drip irrigation equipment
- Formulation and maintenance of fertigation system
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of crops grown in the greenhouses, net houses, plastic tunnels and open fields example, eggplant, melon, tomatoes, zucchini, cherries, grapes, onions and dates
- Involved in agro-management practices such as mechanized pest and disease control, pruning, weeding and post-harvest management
- Evaluate harvesting condition and identify obstacles
- Participated in team building activities to enhance working relationships
- Operated and serviced farm machinery and equipment
- Identified pest and diseases in the farm fields and later perform preventive measures
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results for identification of problem and offer opportunities for improvements
- Fulfill the entire task set out by the supervisor in the farm
AGRONOMIST
PAVES VETAGRO LTD
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Advice and avail information to farmers on best farm inputs for optimum productivity
- Diagnosis of plant diseases, pests, and offering recommendations for control
- Conducting sales and marketing of agrochemical products and veterinary products to farmers
- Participating in Regional value chain trainings organized by the Ministry of Agriculture
- Attending workshops and trainings organized by shareholders, to devise strategies on how to introduce and better place new products in the market
- Conducting demos to display the efficacy of company product portfolio
- Conducting cashier duties by managing product transactions and giving a summary of daily account transactions
Data Clerk
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
08.2019 - 08.2019
- Identify boundaries of enumeration areas, locating structures and listing all usual members in the enumeration areas
- Administering questionnaires and recording responses
- Ensuring all the equipment or material used for enumeration are available
- Forwarding all equipment's and questionnaire to the supervisor
- Undertaking any other duties as may be assigned by the CSO
INTERN
Simlaw Seeds Kenya
05.2019 - 07.2019
- Conducting seed production and processing
- Doing direct sales of products to farmers and other clients
- Record filing and keeping accounts up to date
- Seed testing and germination analysis to ensure compliances to quality standards
- Handling general correspondence in various departments
Data Clerk
Samuel Hall Organization
06.2019 - 06.2019
- Designing questionnaires and conducting surveys on the state of immigration in Kenya
- Data analysis and reporting to facilitate research
Data Clerk
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission
08.2017 - 08.2017
- Publicize voter registration activities and BVR KIT Movement Schedule
- Open and Close the Registration Centre at the designated time
- Facilitate voter registration activities
- Collate and submit registration data to the VRA on weekly basis
- Report the progress and challenges of the voter registration process to the VRA
- Ensure security of the voter registration materials
- Perform any other duty as may be assigned by the Registration Officer
Education
Masters - Crop Protection
University of Nairobi
02.2025
Post Graduate- diploma - Agriculture
Arava international center for agricultural training
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Crop Protection)
University of Nairobi
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
DR. Ken Gerdes High School
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Research
- Entomology
- Pathology
- Post-harvest handling
- Food safety regulations
- Weed management
- Integrated pest management
- Precision agriculture
- Water management
- Crop management
- Organic farming
- Sustainable agriculture
- Pruning techniques
- Field scouting
- Crop rotation
- Seed selection
- Plant breeding
- Horticulture techniques
- Irrigation systems
- Fertilizer application
- Greenhouse management
- Pest control
- Harvest planning
- Biotechnology applications
- Agronomy research
- Seed production
- Agricultural research
- Problem-solving
- Crop cultivation
Accomplishments
- spearheaded in improvements in irrigation and nutrient management practices contributing to an estimated15% increase in the overall crop yield.
- assisted in refining greenhouses environmental control and propagation techniques
- actively participating in the CSA programs and farmers market enhancing community outreach and improving direct -to- consumer sales through effective product presentation and customer education.
- maintained detail records of crop cycles and production metrics which were instrumental in making data driven adjustment to farming practices and boosting overall efficiency.
Conferences And Seminars Attended
- Awareness of food loss and waste 2020
- Sustainable consumption and production practice in the horticultural sector 2020
- VIRA PLUS 2019.
- KENAGRO conference on awareness of their existing product in the market.
- ULTRAVETS training on new products in the market.
- AGRICHEM training of their products in the market.
- Arava agricultural open day.
Certification
advanced agricultural studies-Arava international center for agricultural training.
Agronomist trainee.
Languages
Swahili
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
- Environmental Conservation Projects
- Youth Development Programs
Timeline
Agricultural Intern
Pleasant Valley Gardens
02.2024 - 10.2024
AGRONOMIST
NATUREZA FARM
11.2021 - 09.2022
AGRONOMIST
PAVES VETAGRO LTD
10.2020 - 09.2021
Data Clerk
Kenya National Bureau of Statistics
08.2019 - 08.2019
Data Clerk
Samuel Hall Organization
06.2019 - 06.2019
INTERN
Simlaw Seeds Kenya
05.2019 - 07.2019
Data Clerk
Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission
08.2017 - 08.2017
Post Graduate- diploma - Agriculture
Arava international center for agricultural training
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Crop Protection)
University of Nairobi
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
DR. Ken Gerdes High School
Masters - Crop Protection
University of Nairobi
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