Talha Saeed

A confident and competent agriculturist seeking a challenging and rewarding role in a progressive organization with opportunities to apply modern technologies for agricultural development. Adaptable team player with strong communication skills, moral values, and work ethics. Passionate about applying innovative and precision agriculture practices to address modern agricultural challenges and contribute to sustainable food systems.

Agri Manager at Fazal Farms Private Limited (2022-09 – Present)

• Converted large sand dunes into a 700+ acres fully mechanized farm through land development and modern irrigation systems.
• Designed and supervised installation of drip, sprinkler, and central pivot irrigation systems.
• Cultivated field crops: Wheat, Rice, Sugarcane, Cotton, Maize, Mustard.
• Managed fodder crops (Alfalfa, Rhodes grass) with successful export of Rhodes grass hay to UAE.
• Developed and managed orchards: Citrus, Mango, Fig, Peach, and Date Palm under drip irrigation.
• Implemented training, pruning, nutrition management, and crop protection programs.
• Grow Organic Vegetables In Tunnels.
• Designed fertigation schedules for orchards and fodder crops.
• Skilled in water-use efficiency and sustainable irrigation practices in sandy soils.
• Supervised multi-disciplinary teams: supervisors, operators, procurement staff, and labor.
• Conducted soil analysis, fertilizer prescriptions, pest/weed diagnosis, and pesticide recommendations.
• Experienced in precision agriculture tools for crop monitoring and field operations.
• Managed complete operations of Rhode Grass production for export-quality fodder and bale preparation.
• Supervised land preparation, sowing, and establishment of Rhode grass fields.
• Planned and managed irrigation scheduling through Central Pivot Irrigation Systems for uniform crop growth and maximum biomass production.
• Monitored fertilizer application programs to improve fodder quality, yield, and protein content.
• Implemented integrated weed management practices for broadleaf and grassy weed control.
• Supervised multiple cutting cycles and maintained proper harvesting intervals for premium-quality fodder production.
• Managed baling operations, moisture control, and storage procedures for export-standard hay production.
• Coordinated labor teams for harvesting, baling, loading, and field maintenance activities.
• Monitored pest, disease, and nutrient deficiency symptoms with timely corrective measures.
• Maintained irrigation infrastructure including pivot systems, pumps, nozzles, and pipelines for efficient water utilization.
• Ensured compliance with export quality standards, field hygiene, and fodder handling protocols.
• Prepared operational and production reports related to yield performance, irrigation efficiency, and bale production.
• Optimized water and nutrient management strategies to improve productivity and reduce operational losses.
• Supervised hay drying and post-harvest handling to maintain bale color, texture, and nutritional quality for export markets.
• Managed orchard irrigation systems for efficient water application and healthy plant development.
• Supervised drip and flood irrigation scheduling according to seasonal crop water requirements.
• Monitored soil moisture levels and irrigation intervals to improve water-use efficiency.
• Conducted pruning, canopy management, and orchard sanitation operations.
• Managed fertilizer application through fertigation and conventional methods.
• Implemented integrated pest and disease management programs in orchard crops.
• Supervised plantation establishment, plant spacing, and replacement activities.
• Coordinated labor teams for harvesting, irrigation, pruning, and maintenance operations.
• Maintained orchard health through regular monitoring of nutrient deficiencies and plant stress symptoms.
• Prepared operational reports related to irrigation performance, plant health, and orchard productivity.
• Ensured proper maintenance of irrigation infrastructure including pumps, valves, pipelines, and filtration systems.
• Applied sustainable horticultural practices to improve fruit quality and orchard performance.

Trainee Sales Officer at FMC Pakistan (2022-01 – 2022-08)

• Assisted in marketing and sales of crop protection products.
• Conducted farmer meetings and field demonstrations.

Intern – Cotton Internship And Wheat Campaign

6 Months

• Worked on cotton and wheat crop protection, soil fertility, and production trials.

B.Sc. (Hons.) in Agriculture – MNSUA MULTAN (2019 – 2023)

F.Sc. in Pre-Engineering – Multan Board (2017 – 2019)

Matriculation in Science – Multan Board (2015 – 2017)