ERIC KWAME TACHIE
HOHOE
Summary
I am knowledgeable Agriculture Engineer with thorough understanding in organic farming, crop management, rural development, agricultural mechanization and machinery operations. Well-versed with agriculture extension program to disseminate innovative techniques and ideas about organic and sustainable farming practices to farming communities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Agricultural Officer
Department of Agriculture
05.2022 - Current
- Organizing field visits and demonstrations for farmers on the latest farming techniques
- Assisting in plant protection at Ghana – Togo border
- Undertaking land survey and field preparation work
- Creating awareness in local communities about sustainable agriculture methods through public events and presentations
- Inspecting of farms to ensure compliance with relevant regulations related to food safety, animal welfare, fertilizer usage
- Preparing reports on agricultural trends to inform policy makers of current issues facing the industry
- Conducting research on various agricultural topics, such as soil management, pest control, and water conservation
National Service Personnel
Quality Control Company Ltd. (COCOBOD)
09.2018 - 12.2019
- Periodic farmer education clerk
- Assisted with quality management system filing procedure
- Assisted in inspecting, grading and sealing of cocoa
- Assisted in fumigation and disinfestation of cocoa depot
- Assisted the field officers in preparing weekly and monthly returns
Intern
Foundries and Agricultural Machinery Ghana Ltd.
06.2017 - 08.2017
- I assisted in assembling agricultural machines and implements for farmers
- I educated farmers on how to operate and maintain their farm implement
- Repaired agricultural machinery for famers
Intern
Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA)
06.2016 - 08.2016
- I assisted in agricultural field demonstration and training
- Assisted in sharing farm inputs and materials to farmers
- I attended farmer-based organization workshops and seminars
- Assisted in farm measurement and mapping
Education
Bachelor of Science - Crop and Soil Science
Evangelical Presbyterian University College
Ho08-2025
High National Diploma - Agricultural Engineering
Ho Technical University
Ho06.2018
West African Secondary School Certificate Exams - General Agricultural Science
Akuse Methodist Senior High School
06.2013
Skills
- Data collection
- Farm mapping
- Data analysis
- Farm machinery operation
- Farm machinery repair
- Orchard farming
- Pest control
- Organic farming
- Effective communication
- Interpersonal communication
Languages
English (Official)
Advanced (C1)
Ewe
Intermediate (B1)
Akan
Advanced (C1)
Other Information
Microsoft Office (Excel, Word and PowerPoint), AutoCAD.
Timeline
Agricultural Officer
Department of Agriculture
05.2022 - Current
National Service Personnel
Quality Control Company Ltd. (COCOBOD)
09.2018 - 12.2019
Intern
Foundries and Agricultural Machinery Ghana Ltd.
06.2017 - 08.2017
Intern
Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA)
06.2016 - 08.2016
West African Secondary School Certificate Exams - General Agricultural Science
Akuse Methodist Senior High School
Bachelor of Science - Crop and Soil Science
Evangelical Presbyterian University College
High National Diploma - Agricultural Engineering
Ho Technical University
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