Gustav Kriel
Senior Agricultural Trials Specialist
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About
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.
Experience
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)
Education
National Diploma - Agricultural Management - Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT)
Surveying Studies - CPUT Bellville
