Kiruthika Somasundaram

Dedicated and passionate Agriculture graduate seeking a challenging role in the agriculture sector where I can apply my field experience, technical knowledge, and sustainable farming practices to contribute to organizational growth and farmer development.

Field Officer and Farm supervisor - Prakriti Farm and Co - Oshadi Collective - Chithode

(2024-05 - 2026-07)

• Working on an organic cotton farming project promoting sustainable agricultural practices
• Coordinating with farmers for cotton cultivation (200 acre's) across multiple sowing seasons
• Conducting regular field visits to monitor crop growth stages and identify pest and disease issues
• Guiding farmers on organic pest management techniques and the use of natural inputs
• Preparing and distributing organic formulations such as Panchakavya, Fish Amino Acid, Jeevamrutham, Erukal Extract, and GGG
• Managing procurement and collection of cotton (kapas) from partner farmers
• Supervised and managed around 250 labourers during peak harvesting season
• Oversaw 20 acres farm and livestock management
• Cultivated cotton along with other crops including paddy, black gram, groundnut, sorghum, maize, and Napier grass

Field Coordinator - EFFORT NGO - Erode

(2022-12 - 2023-09)

• Conducted Farmer Field School (FFS) programs promoting chemical-free farming
• Organized awareness programs covering all stages from sowing to harvesting
• Delivered training in eco-friendly agricultural techniques
• Strengthened farmer engagement and communication to improve adoption of organic methods

B.Sc. (Hons) - Agriculture - Kumaraguru Institute of Agriculture (KIA)

Higher Secondary (HSC) - New Ideal Higher Secondary School

SSLC - New Ideal Matriculation School