Oladeji Samuel
Crop Farming, Production, Processing & Management
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About
Dedicated and results-oriented Agricultural Science/Education graduate with strong academic grounding and extensive practical experience. Possess over 10 years of hands-on experience in crop farming, production, processing, and farm management, complemented by more than 2 years of practical livestock farming experience. Proven ability in teaching, classroom management, agricultural research, and community development.
Demonstrated leadership as Class Captain (JSS 1–3) and Course Representative at both NCE and degree levels. Committed to excellence, teamwork, continuous professional growth, and contributing effectively to educational and agricultural organizations.
Experience
Crop Farming, Production, Processing & Management
Over 10 years of practical experience (ongoing)
- Extensive hands-on involvement in crop production, field management, harvesting, and post-harvest handling.
- End-to-end processing of cassava into high-quality garri, including peeling, washing, grating, fermentation, dewatering/pressing, sieving, roasting/frying, and packaging.
- Operation and basic maintenance of processing equipment (graters, hydraulic presses, sieves, roasting pans/machines) while meeting production targets.
- Strict adherence to hygiene and food-safety standards; routine equipment cleaning and troubleshooting to minimize downtime.
- Application of good agricultural practices in crop cultivation, soil management, and farm operations.
Livestock Farming (Poultry – Broilers & Layers) - Life Circle Farm (Iya Ibeji Farm) - Oyo, Oyo State
(2020-01 - 2021-12)
More than 2 years of practical experience
- Daily feeding, watering, and litter management to support healthy growth and production targets.
- Monitoring of bird behaviour, health, temperature, ventilation, and lighting; prompt reporting of illness or distress.
- Cleaning and disinfection of poultry houses, equipment, feeders, and drinkers in line with strict biosecurity protocols.
- Egg collection, grading, packing, and storage (layers); bird catching, weighing, and transfer (broilers).
- Accurate daily record-keeping of feed consumption, water intake, mortality, and production.
- Support for vaccination, medication administration, and routine facility/equipment maintenance.
- Consistent application of animal welfare standards, hygiene practices, and PPE use.
Livestock Farming (Poultry – Broilers & Layers) - Life Circle Farm (Iya Ibeji Farm) - Oyo, Oyo State
(2025-01)
Voluntary work
Cassava Processing Operations - Durante Farm - Iseyin Road, Oyo, Oyo State
(2019-01 - 2020-12)
- Performed complete cassava processing operations from raw material to packaged garri.
- Operated production equipment and maintained high hygiene and food-safety standards.
- Conducted routine cleaning and basic equipment maintenance.
Student Teacher – Animal Husbandry & Agricultural Science - All Saints Anglican Grammar School - Oka, Ondo State
(2025-01 - 2025-12)
- Taught SSS 1 Animal Husbandry; prepared lesson plans, conducted assessments, and supported student learning.
Student Teacher – Agricultural Science - Saint James Anglican Grammar School - Lipakala, Ondo State
(2024-01 - 2024-12)
- Delivered Agricultural Science lessons to SSS 1 students; maintained classroom records and collaborated with mentors.
Student Teacher – Agricultural Science - Olivet Baptist High School - Oyo, Oyo State
(2021-01 - 2021-12)
NCE Teaching Practice
- Taught SSS 1 Agricultural Science; prepared lesson plans and adapted instruction for better student understanding.
Intern – Agric Farms - Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo - Oyo
(2020-01 - 2020-12)
Industrial Training (SIWES)
- Assisted in poultry and crop management operations.
- Conducted data collection on farm productivity.
- Observed occupational safety practices and gained practical knowledge of farm operations and extension services.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Agricultural Science/Education - Adeyemi Federal University of Education, Ondo (2023-01 - 2025-12)
National Certificate in Education (NCE) - Agriculture/Education/Special Education - Federal College of Education (Special), Oyo (2019-01 - 2021-12)
Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (SSCE) - Olivet Baptist High School, Oyo (2011-01 - 2017-12)
First School Leaving Certificate (FSLC) - Foundation Model Nursery and Primary School, Oyo (2006-01 - 2011-12)
