Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline
Generic
Baburao Waghmode

Baburao Waghmode

Agronomist-Coromandel International Limited (CIL)
LATUR

Summary

Detail-oriented Agronomist helps teams develop basic and advanced agronomic knowledge to add value to customers. Versed in customer relationship development and personnel growth while keeping current on industry agronomic practices to drive short- and long-term planning. Consistently identifies and implements productivity-increasing strategies and activities.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Agronomist- Fertilizers, SND & Organic

Coromandel International Limited (CIL)
05.2021 - Current

1. Conducted Product Promotional activities such as Farmer meetings, Crop Seminars, Field Days, Mega Farmer Meetings, Field Visits etc.

2. Order booking/generation through agronomy activities such as Shop display, Field day, Farmer meetings, Crop Seminars, Demonstrations etc.

3. Tracking of record of POS Sale of DAP + Complex fertilizers as well as SSP products

4. Liquidation tracking of SND & ORG products monthwise.

5. Conducted Van Campaign & Mass Campaign for product promotion activity.

6. Visit to HNI & Progressive farmer field visits.

7. Collaborative work with KVKs, FPOs, Universities, Research Institutes etc for carrying out the activities of Crop Seminars & Demonstrations.

8. Dealers & Retailers connect for sale purpose

9. Activities with Sugar factories & Co-operative societies regarding for product promotion

10. Collaborative Project handling with ADM Pvt. Ltd -To connect ADM farmers, Soil testing awareness, Soil Sample collection, Soil Testing & Soil testing reports distribution to farmers with details of recommendations.

11. Collaborative work with Agriculture Department interms of new product launching & product promotion

12. Conducted dealers & Retailers meetings for sale improvement & new product launching

13. Conducting New Product trials, data collection & analysis etc

14. Collection of Farmer data & broadcasting message towards farmers about new product recommendations

15. Preparation of Long Term Strategy about business improvement

16. Preparation of Business plan for business improvement

17. Participation in Agri. Exhibitions & guidance to farmers about agronomy & nutritional recommendations

18. Field team regular conducted trainings about crop-product matrix, New Product information etc.

19. Knowledge forum activity to all agronomist team

20. Training about product recommendations to all Marketing Officers in Zone.


Assistant Professor, Agronomy

K.K. Wagh College Of Agriculture, Nashik
01.2013 - 04.2021
  • Increased academic achievement by providing one-on-one mentoring and support to struggling students.
  • Fostered professional growth among junior faculty members by offering guidance on best teaching practices, grant writing techniques, and publication opportunities.
  • Contributed to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
  • Improved student retention rates by developing engaging course materials and utilizing interactive teaching methods.

Jr. Agronomist

Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute (NARI)
09.2010 - 09.2012
  • Implemented integrated pest management strategies that minimized chemical usage while maintaining effective control over harmful pests.
  • Prepared detailed reports on agronomic findings, contributing valuable data for use in decision making processes.
  • Optimized fertilizer application rates through careful analysis of soil test results, reducing input costs without compromising yield quality.
  • Advised clients on the proper selection of seed varieties based on their unique requirements and environmental factors.

Education

No Degree - ARS-NET, Agronomy

Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board (ASRB)
New Delhi
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Agriculture

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad
Dharwad, Karnataka
04.2001 -

No Degree - ICAR-JRF

Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR)
New Delhi
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krushi Vidyapeeth
Dapoli, Ratnagiri
04.2001 -

No Degree - HSC (Science)

Secondary & Higher Secondary School
Malshiras, Solapur
04.2001 -

No Degree - SSC

Jr. College, Tamdisdwadi
Malshiras, Solapaur
04.2001 -

Skills

    Market Trend Analysis

undefined

Additional Information

International Seminars

Workshops/ Trainings, Period, Organization Training, Location


: 25th April to 29th April, 2020 : M.P.K.V., Rahuri

: Aeroponics and Hydroponics

: CAAST- CSAWM, M.P.K.V., Rahuri

: 11th May to 13th May, 2020 : M.P.K.V., Rahuri

: Carbon Sequestration

: CAAST- CSAWM, M.P.K.V., Rahuri

: 27-28th June, 2020

: M.P.K.V., Rahuri

: Geospatial Technologies For Managing Agriculture: Applications From USA, Europe And Asia

: CAAST- CSAWM, M.P.K.V., Rahuri

: 10th - 13th August, 2020
: NAHEP, VNMKV, Parbhani

: “Digital Technologies for Smart Agriculture: Futuristic Plan”
VNMKV, Parbhani

▪ Qualified ARS-NET Exam 2010 conducted by Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board

(A.S.R.B), New Delhi

▪ Qualified for ARS-MAIN Exam 2010 conducted by Agriculture Scientist Recruitment Board

(A.S.R.B), New Delhi

Achievements/Fellowships

48th Rank in All India ICAR-JRF combined examination-2008 conducted by Indian Council of
Agriculture Research (ICAR), New Delhi for M.Sc. (Agri.) in Agronomy.


Extracurricular Activities

Activity Description

N. S. S.

▪ Actively participated in National Service Scheme (NSS) camp

held at Dr. B.S.K.K.V, Dapoli (Ratnagiri) during January 20rd to

February 1st, 2006 and completed 240 hrs of social work.

Research Co-

ordinator

▪ Enrichment of Organic Carbon in soil through Organic vs

Convetional tillage practices in Wheat-Soybean Cropping

System.

Volunteer

❖ KRISHI-MELA during 2008-09 and 2009-10 organized in

UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES, DHARWAD

(Karnataka).

Volunteer

❖ Nashik Kisan Mela during 2017, 2018 and 2019

Exposure to computers:

Internet use : Excellent

Typing (English) : Excellent

Hardware/Software knowledge : Excellent

Languages fluency:

Language Speak Read Write

Mother Tongue Marathi Excellent Excellent Excellent

Professional English Excellent Excellent Excellent

Languages Hindi Excellent Excellent Excellent

Scientific Research Articles

1.B.R. WAGHMODE AND H.B. BABALAD, 2013. Effect of Organic Manures and Liquid

Organic Manures on Growth and Yield Parameters of Sweet Corn (Zea mays L.

saccharata). International Green Farming J. Vol. 05, No. 3, May-June, 2014

2.B.R. WAGHMODE, S.V. SONAWANE AND D.S. TAJANE, 2015. Differential Responses

of Yield and Quality to Organic Manures in Sweet Corn (Zea mays L. saccharata)* Hind-

Agricultural J. Muzzafarnagar (U.P. Volume11| Issue 2 | June, 2015 | 229-237.

3.B.R. WAGHMODE1,2*, S.V. SONAWANE2 AND D.S. TAJANE2, 2015. Evaluation of

Different Sources of Organics on Fertility Status of Soil and Nutrient Uptake of Sweet corn

(Zea mays L. saccharata)* Hind-Agricultural J. Muzzafarnagar (U.P.) Volume11| Issue

2 | June, 2015 | 290-296.

4.B.R. WAGHMODE1, PRASAD M. PATIL2 AND R.K. SATHE3, 2017. Studies on Organic

manures and Liquid Organic manures to Quality parameters in Sweet Corn (Zea mays L.

saccharata)* Agriculture Update. Vol 12, TECHSEAR-5, 1281-1285.

5.P.V. SHINDE, B.R. WAGHMODE AND R.M. RAUNDAL, 2015. Effect of Integrated

Nutrient Management Practices on Physico-Chemical Properties of the Soil in Chickpea

(Cicer arientinum L.)*

Research Abstracts

1. B.R. WAGHMODE AND H.B. BABALAD, 2010. Response of Sweet Corn to Different

Sources of Organics. Karnataka J. Agri. Sci. 25 (3).

❖ Popular/Technical Articles (in local language)

1. B.R. Waghmode., H.V. Deshmukh and S.M. Hadole, 2013. Jaivik Khate-

Kalachi Garaj. Issue No. 24, November, pp. 162-164.

2. B.R. Waghmode and H.V. Deshmukh, 2013. Jaminichi Supikta Vadvinyasathi

Hirvaliche Khate Faideshir. Issue No. 24, November, pp. 165-168.


List Of Seminar's Presented

1. ‘Dynamics of Nitrogen for improved Agronomic Efficiency in Rice.”

2. “Role of Green manures in soil Fertility Management.”

3. “Mycorrhizal Fungi for Sustainable Agriculture- A Review.”

4. “Effectiveness of Plant Extract in Controlling wilt pathogen of Chrysanthemum.”
5. “Soil Profile Water-use for measuring the Daily Crop Water Use in Permanent

Bed Planted Wheat.”

6. “Tillage and Soil compaction-A Review.


Extension Activity

● Worked under Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) programme of six months at
Roha, Dist. Raigad

● I have conducted 25 Frontline Demonstrations (FLD's) in 2010-11 and 2011-12 at
Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute (NARI), Phaltan

● I have attained the KHARIF SEASON PRE-PLANNING PROGRAMME as a GUEST
LECTURER held by Agricultural Technology Mission Association (ATMA) at Sinner,
Dist- Nashik during 14th May, 2013.

Summary of Kharif Season Pre-Planning Programme

1. How to improve Organic Carbon in soil, What are the methods for improving
the organic carbon and its Importance in terms of Soil Fertility and Soil Health
to the farmers.

2. When to collect the soil sample, how to analyse the plant nutrients (N, P,

K), Where is the sources or laboratory's available for analysis of plant nutrients and its advantages and analysis cost.

3. Agronomical Package of Practices for Cultivation of Kharif Season Crops
to the farmers.

4. Finally answer to the farmer's questions.


References

Dr. H.B. Babalad

Senior Scientist (Agronomy) College of Agriculture, Dharwad, Department of Agronomy

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad - 580 005

Karnataka, India.

Declaration

I hereby declare that the statements made in curriculum vitae are true, complete and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. In the event of any information being found false or incorrect, my candidature may be cancelled.


Thanking you.


Place : Malshiras, Solapur

Date : 18.02.2024

(WAGHMODE B.R.)



Timeline

Agronomist- Fertilizers, SND & Organic

Coromandel International Limited (CIL)
05.2021 - Current

Assistant Professor, Agronomy

K.K. Wagh College Of Agriculture, Nashik
01.2013 - 04.2021

Jr. Agronomist

Nimbkar Agricultural Research Institute (NARI)
09.2010 - 09.2012

No Degree - ARS-NET, Agronomy

Agricultural Scientist Recruitment Board (ASRB)
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Agriculture

University of Agricultural Sciences, Dharwad
04.2001 -

No Degree - ICAR-JRF

Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR)
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Dr. Balasaheb Sawant Konkan Krushi Vidyapeeth
04.2001 -

No Degree - HSC (Science)

Secondary & Higher Secondary School
04.2001 -

No Degree - SSC

Jr. College, Tamdisdwadi
04.2001 -
Baburao WaghmodeAgronomist-Coromandel International Limited (CIL)