Deborah Adeleye

Soil Scientist | Agriculturist | Sustainable Agriculture Specialist
Abuja, NG.

About

Goal-oriented Agriculturist with a B.Tech in Crop, Soil, and Pest Management, specializing in Soil Science and sustainable agricultural practices. Possessing hands-on expertise in hydroponics, controlled environment agriculture, and soil assessment, I am adept at implementing solutions that enhance crop yield and environmental sustainability. Eager to leverage technical knowledge and practical experience to contribute to progressive agricultural enterprises focused on precision farming and sustainable crop production solutions.

Work

Eupesia Place Limited
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Soil Conservationist and Agriculturist (Intern)

Ewekoro, Ogun State, Nigeria

Summary

Contributed to controlled environment agriculture operations and post-harvest management as an intern, gaining practical experience in sustainable crop production and export preparation.

Highlights

Actively participated in the construction of 4 screenhouses, gaining hands-on expertise in controlled environment agriculture infrastructure and setup.

Applied hydroponic agriculture techniques to cultivate various high-value vegetables, including bell pepper, habanero, and tomatoes, optimizing plant growth and yield.

Managed post-harvest operations, including precise sorting, weighing, branding, and packaging of produce for exportation, ensuring adherence to quality and market standards.

Provided essential agronomic support for hydroponic vegetable cultivation, contributing to efficient resource utilization and healthy crop development.

Education

The Federal University of Technology, Akure
Akure, Ondo State, Nigeria

B.Agric Tech (Hons)

Crop, Soil, and Pest Management (Majored in Soil Science)

Courses

Land/ Soil Management

Agronomy of Cereal, Legumes and Tuber Crops

Soil Fertility and Plant Nutrition

Soil Survey and Classification

Fertilizer Use Technology

Soil Physics, Chemistry and Microbiology

Soil and Plant Analysis

Computer Application in Crop, Soil, and Pest Management

Publications

Impact of Bacillus cereus On the Biochemical Properties of An Okra Plant

Published by

Undergraduate Research Project

Summary

Conducted comprehensive analysis on the effect of Bacillus cereus on the proline, hydrogen peroxide, peroxidase, and catalase levels in an okra plant, contributing to understanding plant biochemical responses.

Remediation of Petroleum Hydrocarbon Contaminated Soils

Published by

Data Retrieval/ Seminar Report

Summary

Authored a seminar report exploring a combined approach of biostimulation and bioaugmentation for the effective remediation of petroleum hydrocarbon-contaminated soils.

Languages

English

Certificates

Tech-enabled Protected Agriculture Certificate

Issued By

Eupepsia Place Limited (EYiA), Mastercard Foundation

Outdoor Tomatoes Farming

Issued By

RIJK ZWAAN

Skills

Agricultural Science & Soil Management

Soil Analysis, Soil Conservation, Crop Management, Pest Management, Agronomy, Soil Fertility, Plant Nutrition, Soil Survey & Classification, Fertilizer Use Technology, Soil Physics, Soil Chemistry, Microbiology.

Controlled Environment Agriculture

Hydroponics, Screenhouse Construction, Protected Agriculture, Vegetable Cultivation (Habanero, Bell Pepper, Tomatoes, Cucumber).

Research & Data Analysis

Biochemical Analysis, Data Retrieval, Research Project Management, Soil Assessments, Computer Application in Crop, Soil, and Pest Management.

Post-Harvest & Export Operations

Produce Sorting, Weighing, Branding, Packaging, Export Preparation.

Professional Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Leadership & Collaboration

Team Coordination, Public Speaking, People Management, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Time Management.

Interests

Professional Development

Research, Learning, Writing, Self-improvement, Networking.

Personal Interests

Reading, Exploring new places.