Ian Wekesa

Results-driven Agriculture graduate with specialization in Crop Science and practical experience in greenhouse operations, quality control, horticultural production, and biological pest management systems. Skilled in irrigation scheduling, crop protection, production planning, and farm supervision. Proven ability to lead teams of over 40 workers, maintain high productivity standards, and ensure compliance with quality and export requirements.

Strong background in Integrated Pest Management (IPM), crop monitoring, and accurate record keeping.

Quality Control | Greenhouse Supervisor | Team Leader - Mzurrie Flowers Kenya - Kenya

(2025-06 - 2026-07)

• Supervised daily greenhouse activities including irrigation, harvesting, hygiene, crop nutrition, and plant maintenance.
• Conducted quality control inspections to ensure flowers meet export and company standards.
• Led, coordinated, and managed a team of over 40 workers to achieve production targets efficiently.
• Implemented Integrated Pest Management (IPM) programs and monitor pest activity.
• Maintained accurate production, harvesting, and operational records.
• Ensured compliance with workplace safety and operational procedures.

Assistant Packhouse Supervisor & Predatory Mites Technician - Bio Production Limited Kenya - Kenya

(2024-05 - 2025-03)

• Managed predatory mite production systems under controlled environmental conditions.
• Performed quality assurance checks on biological control agents before dispatch.
• Supervised sorting, packing, assembly, and dispatch operations.
• Maintained and reared Hypoaspis miles, Neoseiulus californicus, Transiens montdorensis, Amblyseius cucumeris, and Amblyseius swirskii for continuous supply.
• Ensured hygiene, efficiency, and adherence to company production standards.

Industrial Attachment - KALRO – Food Crops Research Institute, Kitale - Kitale, Kenya

(2023-05 - 2023-08)

• Gained practical experience in horticultural crop production involving fruits and vegetables.
• Participated in nursery establishment, transplanting, and crop management practices.
• Assisted in irrigation scheduling and water resource management.
• Conducted pest and disease scouting and applied control measures.
• Assisted in soil preparation, fertilizer application, and crop nutrition programs.
• Participated in field trials, data collection, and crop performance evaluation.

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Crop Science) - University of Eldoret (2024-11)

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - KCSE - St. John the Baptist Likuyani Boys High School (2019)