Agnes Joseph Woisso
Dodoma
Summary
Dynamic Senior Agriculture Officer with a robust background in sustainable agriculture and agribusiness development, honed at Dodoma City Council. Expert in integrating pest management and fostering agricultural innovation, significantly contributed to enhancing farm productivity and resilience. Skilled in data analysis and passionate about empowering farmers through education, excel in driving agricultural advancements and sustainability. Agricultural professional with commitment to sustainable farming and advanced soil management techniques. Notable experience in optimizing crop yields and implementing pest control measures. Highly collaborative team player focused on adaptability and achieving results, leveraging skills in agronomy and data analysis.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Agriculture Officer
Dodoma City Council
01.2015 - Current
- To participate in preparation of annual work plan of 31 extension personnel and 210,661 USD budget for incorporation in the District Agricultural Development Plan and to make follow up of implementation, monitoring and evaluation of the project being implemented in the District
- Mobilizing and sensitizing around 115,000 farmers on use of improved varieties, proper agronomic practices and on the use of pesticides inputs through their learning groups to get rid on problems of low production
- Introduction of organic farming to farmers, explaining the importance of organic farming in country and to farmers themselves
- Farmers sensitization on proper use of improved seeds and fertilizer application
- Motivating small holders farmer to acquire soft loans for their agriculture activities
- Training farmers on climate smart agriculture and reducing impacts of climatic change to the environment
Cotton Inspector
Tanzania Cotton Board
12.2011 - 05.2012
- Worked as Cotton Inspector in Nzega District Council by supervising about 105 wards which produce cotton.
- Delivering farm implements and providing training on proper application on cotton cultivations'
Education
Master of Science - Plant Breeding
University of KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture General
Sokoine University of Agriculture
Morogoro01.2011
High School Diploma -
Weruweru Girls High Sec School
Tanga01.2007
High School Diploma -
Korogwe Girls High Sec School
Tanga10.2004
Primary Education -
Kikelelwa Primary School
Rombo01.2000
Skills
- Agricultural microbiology
- Plant pathology
- Disease control measures
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Genetics
- Plant Breeding
- Crop Management
- Farm Planning
- Agribusiness Development
- Extension Services
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Plant breeding
- Irrigation Systems
- Fertilizer Application
- Soil analysis
- Pest Control
- Agricultural research
- Plant Biotechnology
- Tissue culture
- Animal health
- Vegetable production
- Fruit production
- Good Agricultural Practice (GAP)
- Agriculture economics
- Agribusiness
- Entrepreneurship Development
- Computer applications
- Ms Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Ms-PowerPoint
- Database Management
- Data processing
- Data analysis
- Internet
- Horticultural Crops
- Agronomy
Languageabilities
Excellent, Excellent, Excellent, Good, Very Good, Very Good
Awards
Best Carrier Women in Science (STEM AWARDS)
Training
- 06/29/15 - 07/17/15, International course on Vegetable and potato production for emerging markets, Wageningen UR, The Netherlands
- 06/01/22, Short course training on Grape Production (Agronomic practices) and Value addition, Paarl-Cape Town, South Africa
Contacts
P.O. Box 1249, Dodoma, +255763107021, agneswoiso@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Age: 39
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Tanzanian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian
Jogging
Keeps me energized and fit to accomplish my daily routine tasks, be at home as a mother and at the office as part of a team player.
Timeline
Senior Agriculture Officer
Dodoma City Council
01.2015 - Current
Cotton Inspector
Tanzania Cotton Board
12.2011 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Plant Breeding
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture General
Sokoine University of Agriculture
High School Diploma -
Weruweru Girls High Sec School
High School Diploma -
Korogwe Girls High Sec School
Primary Education -
Kikelelwa Primary School
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