Kama Raju

Results-driven Agriculture Professional with a B.Sc. Agriculture degree and hands-on experience in hybrid seed production, field development, crop management, field trials, and agricultural operations with Bayer Crop Science. Demonstrated success in managing large-scale seed production programs, maintaining genetic purity, optimizing crop performance, and supporting farmers through best agronomic practices.

Skilled in field inspections, detasseling operations, data collection, crop monitoring, quality assurance, and stakeholder coordination. Recognized for delivering high-quality seed production outcomes while ensuring compliance with operational and quality standards. Key strengths include seed production management, hybrid crop operations, agronomy support, farmer engagement, field data analysis, and agricultural sustainability initiatives.

Field Development Officer - Bayer Crop Science - Rajamahendravaram, Andhra Pradesh

(2024-11)

Manage hybrid maize seed production programs across large-scale agricultural operations, ensuring adherence to Bayer quality and production standards.

• Successfully delivered 100% Lot Pass with Zero Lot Failure for AD922 Hybrid (400 Acres) and AD906 Hybrid (200 Acres), ensuring superior seed quality and production efficiency.
• Managed approximately 490 Acres of hybrid seed production involving AD922 and AD906 varieties while maintaining operational excellence.
• Led field trials and agronomic evaluations, ensuring compliance with protocols and contributing to a 20% improvement in crop performance and pest resistance.
• Conducted field inspections, crop monitoring, rogueing activities, and removal of off-type plants to maintain genetic purity standards.
• Executed critical detasseling operations for D567 Hybrid maize, safeguarding approximately 56 Acres and preventing potential yield and quality losses.
• Achieved and maintained 100% Genetic Purity for AD900 Hybrid through accurate and timely detasseling execution.
• Implemented advanced crop management practices that increased crop yield by 15% compared to previous production cycles.
• Analyzed field performance data and optimized resource allocation, improving operational efficiency by 15%.
• Collaborated with agronomy, production, quality, and field teams to address operational challenges and maximize productivity.
• Conducted quality assurance inspections and seed production audits to ensure compliance with company standards.
• Supported farmers through technical guidance, crop management assistance, and continuous field-level engagement.
• Utilized iPad-based digital tools for field measurements, data collection, reporting, and agricultural record management.
• Assisted in training and supervising field staff on seed production protocols, detasseling standards, and quality practices.

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Agriculture - Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krishi Vidyapeeth

Intermediate (BIPC) - Sri Chaitanya Bharati Arts & Science Junior College

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Government High School