Emmanuel Asibi Aziiba
Bawku
Summary
Agronomy professional with a rich background in plant science and sustainable farming practices. Proven ability to implement effective crop management techniques and innovative solutions. Known for fostering team collaboration and adaptive problem-solving in dynamic environments. Seasoned teacher and mentor.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Scientist
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI)
01.2021 - Current
- Streamline research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.
- Evaluate new technologies for potential integration into existing research processes, driving continuous improvement efforts.
- Document and report test results after making graphical solutions and representations.
- Lead multidisciplinary teams in solving complex problems, leveraging diverse expertise to achieve innovative solutions.
- Mentor junior scientists, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
Assistant Project Scientist
University Of California, Davis
07.2024 - 02.2025
- Leveraged data analysis techniques for informed decision-making processes throughout the course of projects'' lifecycles.
- Collaborated with stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and resource requirements.
- Streamlined project execution by implementing effective communication and collaboration tools.
- Prioritized tasks strategically to optimize use of time while managing multiple concurrent projects.
- Evaluated post-project results against initial objectives to identify areas for continuous improvement.
Senior Agronomist
HPW Fresh and Dry Ltd
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Enhanced crop yields by implementing advanced soil fertility management techniques and irrigation practices.
- Fostered partnerships with agribusinesses and government agencies, leveraging resources for collaborative research projects.
- Mentored junior agronomists on technical skills development and career growth opportunities within the organization.
- Evaluated potential risks associated with new agricultural technologies, ensuring safe implementation and adherence to regulatory standards.
Program Officer
Community Welfare Foundation
07.2012 - 08.2013
- Managed complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality results.
- Organized workshops and trainings for stakeholders, increasing understanding of program goals and objectives.
- Facilitated stakeholder engagement sessions, incorporating valuable feedback into program development processes.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement innovative programs that addressed community needs.
- Led the design of data collection tools, enabling accurate measurement of program outcomes.
Composting Supervisor
Accra Compost & Recycling Plant
08.2011 - 07.2012
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Agricultural Extension Agent
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
07.2010 - 08.2011
- Served as a resource for troubleshooting common agriculture issues, offering expert advice and solutions when needed.
- Used demonstrations and research based teaching methods to instruct community members on locally relevant agricultural topics.
- Promoted technological developments and innovative research to create awareness about environmental changes.
- Organized workshops and seminars to educate farmers on sustainable agriculture practices, promoting environmental conservation.
- Improved crop yields for local farmers through tailored recommendations and ongoing support.
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2002 - 08.2006
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Internship/Volunteer
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
01.2000 - 08.2002
- Supported engaging and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Collaborated with other nonprofit organizations to develop joint initiatives that benefited the broader community at large.
- Encouraged community gardening efforts to promote sustainable living.
Education
PhD - Agronomy - Crop Cultivation And Farming System
Gansu Agricultural University
Gansu, China12-2022
MSc - Integrated Rural Development
University For Development Studies
Tamale, Ghana12-2015
BSc - Agriculture Technology
University For Development Studies
Tamale, Ghana12-2010
Skills
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Professionalism and strong work ethic
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Good leadership
- Computer literate
Affiliations
America Society of Agronomy (ASA)
Certification
- 2018 Oct. Cert. Sustainable Agriculture and Land Management, University of Florida, USA
- 2018 Jul. Cert. Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries, University of Cape Town, South Africa
- 2018 Mar. Cert. University Teaching, The University of Hong Kong, China
- 2015 Aug. Dipl. Sustainable Development, Alison Online Learning, Ireland
- 2013 Dec. Cert. Advanced Executive Cert in Business Administration (Project Management), Graduate School of Governance and Leadership, Accra-Ghana
- 2012 Nov. Cert. Advanced Executive Certification in Project Management, Graduate School of Governance and Leadership, Accra-Ghana
- 2012 Sep. Cert. Executive Certification in Monitoring and Evaluation, Africa Centre for Capacity Building, Accra-Ghana
Languages
English
Twi
Kusaal
Timeline
Assistant Project Scientist
University Of California, Davis
07.2024 - 02.2025
Senior Agronomist
HPW Fresh and Dry Ltd
01.2021 - 06.2021
Research Scientist
Council for Scientific and Industrial Research-Savanna Agricultural Research Institute (CSIR-SARI)
01.2021 - Current
Program Officer
Community Welfare Foundation
07.2012 - 08.2013
Composting Supervisor
Accra Compost & Recycling Plant
08.2011 - 07.2012
Agricultural Extension Agent
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
07.2010 - 08.2011
Teacher
Ghana Education Service
09.2002 - 08.2006
Internship/Volunteer
Ministry of Food and Agriculture
01.2000 - 08.2002
PhD - Agronomy - Crop Cultivation And Farming System
Gansu Agricultural University
MSc - Integrated Rural Development
University For Development Studies
BSc - Agriculture Technology
University For Development Studies
Journal Reviewed/Reviewing for
- Journal of Agriculture, Food Systems, and Community Development (JAFSCD)
- MDPI Sustainability
Judge/Supervisor
- Regional Water and Environmental Sanitation Centre, Kumasi (RWESCK), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), RWEC Batch 6 PhD Supervision Committee 2021
- Regional Water and Environmental Sanitation Centre, Kumasi (RWESCK), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), RWEC Batch 7 PhD Supervision Committee 2023
MSc Dissertation Topic
Goat rearing and food security in Kusawgu in the Central Gonja District of Northern Region.
PhD Dissertation Topic
Synergistic effects of Decreased Irrigation Quota, Nitrogen Rate and High Plant Density on Nitrogen Use of Maize in the Oasis Irrigation Area of China.
Training
- 2018 Gansu Agricultural University, China - Plan Systems, Man & Management, Strategies in Combating Abiotic and Biotic Stresses for Arid Land Crops - Delegate - China
- 2018 Gansu Agricultural University, China - Sustainable/Best Agronomic Practices - Delegate - China
- 2014 Anglican Diocesan Development and Relief Organization, Bolgatanga - Effective Agricultural and Extension Education/Community Development - Facilitator - Bolgatanga
- 2011 Ministry of Food and Agriculture, Garu-Tempane - Compost Production and Soil Fertility Management - Facilitator - Garu-Tempane
Publications
1. Aziiba, E. A. (2025). Methane Mitigation in the Livestock Industry-Using Integrated Approach: A Review. Journal of Smart Agriculture and Environmental Technology, 3(2), 44-56.
2. Asibi, E. A., Dormatey, R., Quandahop, P., Sugri, J., Yirzagla, J., Kusi, F., Keteku, A. K., Attamah, P., Adombilla, R., Salim, L., Asundre, P. A. and Zakaria, M. (2025). Selected Mung Bean (Vigna radiata L. Wilczek) Genotypes Agronomic Performance in Sole and Intercropping Systems in Ghana. Sudan Ecology Open Access Library Journal, 2, 1-13.
3. Francis, K., Richard, A. A., Patrick, A., Shaibu, A., Dambay, J., Justice, F. A., Jerry, A. N., Isaac, A., Gloria, M., Issah, S., Mukhtaru, Z., Salim, L., Peter, A., Emmanuel, E. A., Julius, Y., Emmanuel, B. D., Daniel, A. K., Isaac, A. (2025). Genotype x environment interaction effect on grain yield of cowpea (Vigna unguiculata (L.) Walp) in Deciduous forests and Sudan savanna ecologies of Ghana. PLOS ONE, 10(1), e0314464.
4. Asibi, E. A., Dormatey, R., Yirzagla, J., Akologol, A., Sugri, J., Quandahop, P., & Nyour, A. B. (2024). Evaluation of Some Cowpea Genotypes for Maize-Cowpea Intercropping System in the Sudan Savanna Ecology of Ghana. Open Access Library Journal, 1(9), 1-7.
5. Quandahop, P., Mahama, G. Y., Yahaya, Kusi, F., Yirzagla, J., Sugri, J., Alhassan, A. K., Dawud, M. M., Azizia, A. S., Tengery, T. K., Yahaya, A., Ogum, A. M., Combyer, R., Kunlen, Y., Nyour, A. B., Aziiba, E. A., Hashmi, I., Yakubu, R. and Jinabani, A. N. (2023). Nitrogen Fertilizer Rates and Pesticide Interaction Effect on Maize and Fall Armyworm Performance in Northern Ghana. Open Access Library Journal, 0:10632.
6. Quandahop, P., Yahaya, Kusi, F., Sugri, J., Mahama, G. Y., Yirzagla, J., Alhassan, Y. A., Dawud, M. M., Tengery, T. K., Yahaya, A., Ogum, A. M., Combyer, R., Kunlen, Y., Nyour, A. B., Aziiba, E. A., Hashmi, I., Yakubu, R. and Jinabani, A. N. (2023). Aphids Response on Drought Stress Hypothesis for Harvested Sweet Species. Open Access Library Journal, 0, 1-18.
7. Peter Quandahop, Idrisu Yahaya, Mohammed Mujtaba Dawud, Julius Yirzagla, Mary Aku Ogum, Emmanuel A. A., Gorgey Mahama, Asieku Yahaya, Anselm B. Nyour, Vincent Kunlen and Ibrahim Hashim. Biotrain Pesticides and Agro-Ecological Options in Pest Management Providing Solutions to Pesticide Contamination of Vegetable in Ghana. Acta Scientifica Agriculture, 7(2), 2023, 60-67.
8. Yirzagla, J., Kusi, F., Asungre, P., Sugri, J., Attamah, P., Owusu, E. Y., Aziba, E. A., Mahama, G. Y., Abukar, A. I. (2022). Effect of bed size, spacing and propagation type on the yield and yield component of Frafra Potato (Solonestemon rotundifolius Poir.). In Scientific Conference, 91-96.
9. Julius, Yirzagla, Kusi, Francis, Asungre, Anaberi, Peter, Sugri, Asutah, Attamah, Patrick, Owusu, Emmanuel, Aziba, E. A., Mahama, George, Yakubu, Abukar, Idrisusah. Effect of Nitrogen and Phosphorus Fertilizer on Yield and Yield Components of Frafra Potato (Solonestemon rotundifolius Poir.). In Scientific Conference, 91-96.
10. Gou, Z., Yin, W., Asibi, E. A., Fan, Z., Chai, Q. (2022). Improving the sustainability of cropping systems via diversified planting in arid regions. Agronomy for Sustainable Development, 42(5), pp. 1-16.
11. Asibi, E. A., Hu, F.; Fan, Z.; Chai, Q. Optimizing Nitrogen Rate, Plant Density and Regulate Irrigation to Improve Grain, Biomass Yields and Water Use Efficiency of Maize at the Oasis Irrigation Region of China. Agriculture, 2(2), 12, 234.
12. Asibi, E. A., Yin, W., Hu, F., Fan, Z., Gou, Z., Yang, H., Guo, Y., Chai, Q. (2022). Optimized irrigation rate, plant density and irrigation level reduced ammonia emission and nitrate leaching on maize farmland in the oasis area of China. PeerJ, 10: e12762 DOI 10.7717/peerj.12762.
13. Sugri, J., Kusi, F., Yirzagla, J., Abubakar, M., Laminis, P., Asungre, P., Zakaria, M., Attamah, P., Azasiba, M., Aziiba, E. A. and Kantorn, R. A. (2021). Assessment of Postharvest Management of Frafra Potato (Solonestemon rotundifolius Poir. JK Morton). Current Topics in Agricultural Sciences, Vol. 5, pp. 79-101.
14. Guo, Y., Yin, W., Fan, H., Fan, Z., Hu, F., Yu, A., Zhao, C., Chai, Q., Aziiba, E. A. and Zhang, X. (2021). Photosynthetic physiological characteristics of water and nitrogen coupling for enhanced high-density tolerance and increased yield of maize in arid irrigation region. Frontiers in Plant Science, 2035.
15. Asibi, E. A., Chai, Q. and Coulter, J. (2019). Mechanisms of nitrogen use in maize. Agronomy, 9(12), p. 775.
16. Asibi, E. A., Chai, Q. and Coulter, J. A. (2019). Rice blast: A disease with implications for global food security. Agronomy, 9(8), p. 451.
17. Aziiba, E. A. (2015). Goat rearing and food security in Kusawgu in the Central Gonja District of Northern Region (Masters Dissertation).
References
Prof. Cha, Jiang, chaj@gsau.edu.cn, +8613833357360, Gansu Agricultural University, China, China
Awards
Gansu Provincial Government Scholarship, 2017
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