Fredrick Owiti

Agricultural professional with a BSc in Agriculture and a Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Biology & Agriculture), bringing years of experience in agronomy, management of riparian zones, farmer training, quality control, and agricultural project implementation. Skilled in crop production, data analysis, and extension services, with proven experience working in both public and private sectors, including BAT Kenya and the State Department of Agriculture. Recognized for strong problem-solving, teamwork, and results-driven service in advancing sustainable agricultural practices.

Intern at State Department of Agriculture (2025-03 – Present)

• Supporting NAVCDP project activities across all affiliated thematic areas.
• Training of Farmers on the most beneficial agricultural practices under different selected TIMPs and farm research within the select value chains.
• Monitoring and Reporting of agricultural trail farms in Migori county.
• Assisting the County Agricultural Infrastructure Officer (CAIO) in departmental technical and administrative initiatives in community assessment needs.
• Working with the office of CESCO in environmental sustainability and SLM research and ESIA.
• Carrying out demos for select value chains associated with National Value chain development Project across Migori County.
• Worked in collaboration with sun culture to implement climate smart agriculture in dry zones of Migori county.
• Drafting of project proposal for both SACCOs FIMG and FPOs value chain upgrading matching grant within Migori County for the EGD grant.

Agricultural Quality Checker at SGS-BAT Kenya (2024-10 – 2025-02)

• Managed farmers at TPP buying centers.
• Conducted bale inspections for moisture, foreign matter, and quality control.
• Filled and maintained NTRM records.
• Provided feedback to farmers on non-compliance and quality improvements.

Agronomist at CAPACITY OUTSOURCING-BAT Kenya (2024-05 – 2024-09)

• Trained in FCV tobacco grading, blending, and quality assessment
• Involved in tobacco stick manufacturing and factory processing basics.

Agronomist at SGS-BAT Kenya (2024-01 – 2024-04)

• Performed tobacco leaf grading and laydown inspections
• Ensured quality control in bale preparation before purchase

Agronomist (Field Assistant) at SGS-BAT Kenya (2022-01 – 2023-12)

• Trained and guided farmers on flue-cured tobacco and maize production.
• Supervised fertilizer application and pesticide use.
• Developed seasonal crop calendars, action plans and performance reports.
• Built strong farmer relationships and supported implementation of field activities
• Soil health sustainability management.

Field Enumerator at AGRIFI Project (2021-01 – 2021-12)

• Collected and presented data on avocado, dairy, and fish value chains
• Conducted farmer visits and facilitated focus group discussions (FGDs)

Lab Assistant at MEA Ltd. (2020-01 – 2020-12)

• Collected and prepared soil samples for analysis
• Conducted nutrient analysis using AAS and made fertilizer recommendations
• Prepared nitrogen-fixing bacteria inoculants

Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Biology & Agriculture) – Kisii University (2022-01)

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Land Resource Major) – University of Nairobi (2019-01)