Gustav Kriel

Senior agricultural trials specialist with 14+ years' experience in official crop protection registration trials across multiple crops. Extensive firsthand experience in trial protocol execution, GEP-compliant data collection, statistical interpretation, and authoring of final trial reports for submission to regulatory and commercial stakeholders. Former co-founder and manager of an agricultural trials company (2018–2026).

Experienced across fungicides, insecticides, herbicides, and biological products.

Self-Employed - Cognati Crop Care - Western Cape, South Africa

(2023-01 - 2026-12)

Founded and managed a fruit fly monitoring and control service for commercial fruit producers

• Implemented integrated pest management (IPM) strategies including trapping, monitoring, and baiting programs
• Provided population monitoring data to support spray decisions and crop protection programs
• Collaborated closely with farmers to reduce infestation levels and improve export quality compliance
• Managed client relationships, scheduling, and service delivery across multiple farms

Trial Manager | Registration Trials - CropIntelek - South Africa

(2018-01)

• Managed and executed official registration trials across multiple crops
• Responsible for protocol compliance, trial layout, and treatment applications
• Authored full trial reports for submission to clients and regulatory bodies
• Oversaw trial sites, staff, timelines, and data integrity

Trial Manager - SGS - South Africa

(2016-01 - 2018-12)

• Managed crop protection efficacy trials
• Coordinated trial execution across regions
• Ensured compliance with Good Experimental Practice

Trial Manager - ASC – Agricultural Science Consultants

(2012-01 - 2016-12)

• Conducted official registration trials
• Data analysis and technical reporting
• Client liaison and trial planning

Assistant Survey Technician - Joubert & Brink Surveyors

(2008-01 - 2011-12)

Combine Harvester, Tractor & Truck Operator - Olson Custom Farms - USA

(2007-01)

National Diploma - Agricultural Management - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)

Surveying Studies - CPUT Bellville