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Overview
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Ardhra Valliiyil

Ardhra Valliiyil

Simcoe

Summary

To secure a challenging and fulfilling professional role in Canada’s agri-food sector, where I can leverage my 1+ years of experience in crop and livestock management, sustainability practices, project coordination, farm operations, and agribusiness management. I am Looking for opportunities to develop my leadership skills and contribute my expertise to exceed client expectations and drive success in the industry.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Store Associate

Winners TJX
05.2023 - Current
  • Resolved customer issues and answered customer inquiries expediently, showcasing strong communication skills
  • Performed stellar customer service, identifying and recommending products according to customer's needs
  • Processed product exchanges and returns in an expedient manner, adhering to company procedures and policies
  • Collaborated with fellow associates to create a cooperative and constructive work environment

Farm Officer

Agricultural Research Station
03.2022 - 03.2023
  • Daily supervision of farm activities, ensuring sustainable and efficient management of livestock and crops
  • Monitoring crop health and livestock conditions, providing recommendations to enhance productivity on the farm
  • Preparing detailed reports on farm activities such as yield forecasts, pest and disease control measures, and resource utilization
  • Managing a team of farm laborer's and conducting training on crop production practices, safety protocols, advanced farm machineries and equipment handling
  • Negotiating with suppliers for farm supplies and coordinating with buyers and distributors to ensure efficient product sales and deliveries
  • Adept at implementing sustainable farming practices like soil health management, crop rotation, and water conservation to ensure environmental responsibility

Research Assistant

Regional Agricultural Research Station
05.2021 - 03.2022
  • Continuous monitoring and recording of weather data, analysis of medium term forecasts and converting weather data into agronomic insights
  • Preparing advisory bulletins to assist with farm-related decision-making and disseminating it to the farming community
  • Guiding farmers on crop management best practices based on weather patterns
  • Collaborating with agricultural stakeholders, farming personnel, and farming groups to ensure the accuracy and relevance of weather-related updates

Education

Post Graduate Diploma - Food Processing and Operational Leadership

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology
London, Ontario
12.2024

Post Graduate Diploma - Agricultural Business and Management

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology
London, Ontario
04.2023

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth
Rahuri, Maharashtra
12.2019

Skills

  • Conflict Management
  • Team leadership
  • Organization
  • Sustainable farming
  • Database management
  • Crop management
  • Customer service
  • Communication Skills

Certification

  • Food Handler Certificate
  • Ontario Driver's License

LANGUAGES

English: C1 Advanced
Malayalam: C1 Advanced
Hindi: B2 Upper Intermediate

Timeline

Store Associate

Winners TJX
05.2023 - Current

Farm Officer

Agricultural Research Station
03.2022 - 03.2023

Research Assistant

Regional Agricultural Research Station
05.2021 - 03.2022

Post Graduate Diploma - Agricultural Business and Management

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Mahatma Phule Krishi Vidyapeeth
  • Food Handler Certificate
  • Ontario Driver's License

Post Graduate Diploma - Food Processing and Operational Leadership

Fanshawe College of Applied Arts and Technology
Ardhra Valliiyil