Asad Bhatti

Agriculture professional combining field implementation, agri-input marketing, and pest research experience in community-based agricultural development across multiple villages in Sindh. Skilled in nursery establishment, farmer training, crop management support, Hari Card registration facilitation, CPN coordination, monitoring visits, and project documentation. Currently working with Caritas Pakistan under SAFBIN and Missio initiatives, supporting over 600 farmers.

Focused on sustainable agriculture practices, farmer capacity building, and effective field-level implementation.

Field Facilitator - Caritas Pakistan Hyderabad - Hyderabad

(2025-01)

• Implementing SAFBIN and Missio agricultural initiatives across 7 villages.
• Supporting 350 farmers under SAFBIN and 250 farmers under Missio programs.
• Led establishment and supervision of community nurseries and seed distribution activities.
• Facilitated 28 Hari Card registrations in coordination with Agriculture Extension Department.
• Conducted CPN coordination and review meetings to address field challenges and implementation gaps.
• Trained farmers in seed extraction techniques; 3 farmers now independently producing and sowing their own seed.
• Maintained project files, narrative reports, and data sheets ensuring documentation compliance.
• Conducted regular monitoring visits to ensure quality implementation and timely reporting.

Field Officer - Lucky Core industry (LCI) - Thatta

(2024-03 - 2024-09)

6 months field experience as Field Sales Officer (Agri-inputs) in Thatta

• Direct farmer engagement and product promotion
• Dealer coordination and market relationship management
• Achieved sales targets under competitive market conditions
• Negotiation and customer handling skills
• Basic market analysis and competitor tracking
• Stock monitoring and reporting

Internship: Mite Biology and Control in Cotton Crop - Sindh Agriculture Research Institute – Entomology Department

(2024-09 - 2024-11)

• Practical understanding of mite biology and pest life cycles in cotton
• Skills in pest identification and infestation assessment
• Exposure to laboratory techniques and field sampling methods
• Knowledge of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies
• Improved analytical and research documentation skills
• Understanding of scientific approach to crop protection

BSc (Hons.) - Plant Protection - Sindh Agriculture University, Tando Jam (2021 - 2025)