Jeremy Maina

Dedicated and customer-focused Agronomist with proven experience in farmer training, team development, and delivering exceptional results. Highly motivated, self-driven, and disciplined, with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proactive and results-oriented, with a passion for innovation and improving agricultural productivity through effective technical support and stakeholder engagement.

Field Officer - ENI Kenya - Kirinyaga and Embu County

(2024-12 - 2026-01)

• Managed and monitored 2,000 acres of castor production across Kirinyaga and Embu Counties.
• Trained over 300 farmers on castor production and post-harvest handling practices.
• Coordinated farmers, vendors, and local administration to support outgrower operations.
• Facilitated the collection of over 30 tonnes of castor feedstock through aggregation centers.
• Identified and developed high-potential areas for quality castor production.
• Conducted crop monitoring and field assessments to improve productivity and quality.
• Managed a team of 7 vendor staffs during castor production.
• Utilized GIAS app, KoboCollect & GPS Camera for farm mapping, data collection, and reporting.
• Strengthened stakeholder engagement to enhance farmer participation and project success.

Product Promoter - BASF EA KENYA - Kirinyaga

(2023-05 - 2024-02)

• Promoted coffee and horticultural products across Kirinyaga County, driving market growth.
• Trained 3,500+ farmers across 4 societies and 16 factories on product use and agronomic best practices.
• Negotiated orders and payments, strengthening customer relationships and sales performance.
• Established distributor networks to expand product reach and availability.
• Created markets for slow-moving stock, improving inventory turnover and sales.
• Maintained accurate customer records, reporting, and product performance tracking.
• Collected farmer feedback and provided technical support to enhance customer satisfaction.

Field Technical Officer - BAT KENYA - Meru County

(2021-06 - 2022-05)

• Trained 60 tobacco farmers in Meru County on GAP and international market standards.
• Monitored 110 acres of tobacco to ensure quality and compliance.
• Provided extension services from nursery establishment to marketing.
• Facilitated the procurement of 230 tonnes of cured tobacco.
• Recovered KES 3.2 million in seasonal input loans.
• Conducted field inspections and farmer follow-ups to improve productivity and quality.

Technical Sales Assistant - Truvet Techno System - Meru

(2021-03 - 2021-05)

• Achieved agrochemical sales 3.4 millions in Meru county.
• Negotiated orders and Payment on time.
• Recruited farmers, stockists and promoted the adoption of the company's agrochemical products.
• Trained individual farmers and groups on product use, effectiveness, and best practices.
• Maintained strong relationship with agro-dealers and farmers to drive product adoption and sales growth.
• Conducted product demonstrations for various crops.
• Provided field inspections, follow-up support, and extension services.
• Maintained accurate records and documentation for accountability and transparency.

Seed Stormer (Promoter) - Syngenta Company - Embu

(2020-12 - 2021-02)

• Promoted and marketed melon, tomato, and other seed products in Embu County.
• Trained and recruited farmers on seed product adoption and best agronomic practices.
• Conducted field inspections and provided extension services.
• Maintained accurate farmer records and reporting.

Assistant Extension Officer - Dry Herb Africa - Nanyuki

(2019-10 - 2020-12)

• Trained and recruited farmers in geranium production.
• Conducted field inspections, follow-ups, and extension support services.
• Coordinated harvesting schedules and communicated harvesting dates to farmers.
• Ensured proper harvesting, weighing, and transportation of geranium biomass to the factory.
• Maintained accurate records and documentation for accountability and transparency.

Diploma - General Agriculture - Yatta School Of Agriculture, Machakos (2016 - 2018)

Gachatha Secondary School (2008 - 2011)

KCPE - Mutungara Primary School (1998 - 2007)