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Mr. HARISHWAR S

Mr. HARISHWAR S

Agricultural Professional
Dharapuram Pudur, Kadayampatti Taluk, Salem District

Summary

Agriculture professional passionate about advancing research initiatives in hybrid seed production and agronomic innovation. Utilizes experience in technical support, project administration, and field trial management to enhance agricultural productivity. Demonstrates commitment to community-centered agricultural growth through engagement with farmers and entrepreneurs. Strong background in disseminating cutting-edge technology and conducting informative programs aligns with the mission to foster sustainable agriculture through research excellence.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2021
2021
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Young Professional - I

ICAR - National Research Centre for Banana
03.2023 - Current
  • Provided technical support to the Principal Investigator (PI)
  • Managed project administration and technical activities of the Extension department of the centre
  • Participated in various exhibitions and off-campus training programmes for technology dissemination and outreach programmes
  • Conducted and coordinated the capacity-building programs for FPOs, farmers, and entrepreneurs
  • Organized training and demonstrations under the Tamil Nadu ATMA Scheme
  • Analyzed micronutrients and monitored banana crop production in the R&D field
  • Utilized multispectral drones for disease analysis and sample collection

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Valar Valam Farmer Producer Company Ltd.
09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Company Overview: (TNRTP- VKP Project)
  • Conducted baseline data collection on farmers and oversaw daily business operations
  • Maintained accounts, prepared annual reports, and managed board-authorized documents
  • Assisted in formulating goals, strategies, and policies for the producer company
  • (TNRTP- VKP Project)

Research Assistant

Pioneer Hi-Bred Private Limited (Corteva Agriscience)
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Conducted field trials to test corn seed efficacy and managed hybrid corn seed production
  • Selected trial sites, analysed soil and location suitability, and maintained trial data
  • Oversaw agronomic aspects of seed production from sowing to harvesting
  • Participated in annual review meetings to discuss trial results

Education

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - undefined

S.R.V. Matric Hr. Sec School
Mettur, Salem

Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) - undefined

Government Higher Secondary School
Dharapuram, Salem

B.Sc. (Hons) - Agriculture

Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University
Chidambaram, Cuddalore

Skills

    Administrative Support

    Strong Communication Skill

    Strong Organization

    Proficiency in Office Software

    Attention to Details

    Time Management

Areas Of Interest

  • Administrative Support and Organization
  • Leadership Role
  • Project Coordination and Communication
  • Data Management and Analysis

Activities

  • Participated in over 22 seminars, trainings, and workshops during employment.
  • Served as Representative in school (2015–2017) and as Batch Representative for B.Sc. (Agriculture) Experiential Learning (2021).
  • Attended and led RAWE and Industrial Tie-Up Programs as a Team Leader.
  • Skilled in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and specialized software for crop data analysis.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on project administration.

Personal Information

  • Age: 24
  • Category: OBC (Devanger)
  • Father's Name: Mr. G. Srinivasan
  • Mother's Name: Ms. S. Uma
  • Date of Birth: 06/09/00
  • Gender: Male
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Unmarried
  • Religion: Hindu

Tvradiotalk

  • NRCB activities, Banana Varieties, Banana-Based Value-Added Products, and New Technologies of NRCB, Aajtak TV, 02/04/24
  • Banana Varieties, Value-Added Products, and NRCB Technologies, Vijayavani Kannada Newspaper, 03/06/24

Trainingseminarworkshop

  • Pilot Training on Q4i UAV for Multispectral Drone, ICAR-NRCB and Schnell Informatics Pvt. Ltd., NRCB, Trichy, 03/29/23 - 03/30/23
  • DGCA-approved RPAS Pilot Course for Small Category Drones, ICAR-NRCB and PBC’s Aero Hub, Pune, 04/20/23 - 04/25/23
  • Pasumai Vikatan Agri Expo 2023, Kalaiarangam, Trichy, 04/28/23 - 04/30/23
  • Velan Sangamam- Agriculture Expo 2023, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu, CARE Engineering College, Trichy, 07/27/23 - 07/29/23
  • Seminar on IoT & AI – Managed Banana Cultivation & Digital Marketing, ICAR-NRCB, 08/21/23
  • Hon’ble Governor-Banana Stakeholders Meet, ICAR-NRCB, 08/26/23
  • Freedom Fighters’ Day Celebration and Agri Expo, Raj Bhavan & ICAR-NRCB, Raj Bhavan, Chennai, 10/01/23 - 10/03/23
  • XVI Agricultural Science Congress and ASC Expo 2023, National Academy of Agricultural Science (NAAS), ICAR-CMFRI, Kochi, 10/10/23 - 10/13/23
  • VIROCON 2023: Advancements in Global Virus Research Towards One Health conference, ICAR-NRCB & IVS, New Delhi, Hotel Courtyard by Marriott, Tiruchirappalli, 12/01/23 - 12/03/23
  • VBSY Programme in Trichy District, Govt of India & ICAR in collaboration with KVK Sirugamani, 12/20/23 - 12/26/23
  • Regional Agricultural Fair (RAF) – North Zone, ICAR-IIVR, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, 02/03/24 - 02/05/24
  • Improved Production Technologies for Hi-tech Banana Cultivation, ICAR-NRCB, Tiruchirappalli, 02/17/24 - 02/21/24
  • National Horticulture Fair 2024, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, 03/05/24 - 03/07/24
  • Hi-tech Banana Cultivation workshops, ICAR-NRCB & Isha Outreach, Bannari Amman Institute of Technology, Sathyamangalam, 03/12/24, Annur, Coimbatore, 05/14/24, Karamadai, Coimbatore, 05/15/24
  • Triphal Diversity Show 2024 (Mango, Jackfruit, Banana), ICAR-NRCB & ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, 05/31/24 - 06/02/24
  • Cultivation of Food Forest and Triphal Diversity Show 2024, ICAR-NRCB & ISHA Outreach (Cauvery Calling), Pushkaram College of Agricultural Science, Pudukkottai, 06/23/24
  • AGRI INTEX 2024 Expo, Codissia, Codissia Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore, 07/11/24
  • 96th ICAR Foundation & Technology Day (Fruit Diversity Show), ICAR, NASC Complex, New Delhi, 07/15/24 - 07/16/24
  • CII-Agri Tech Expo 2024, CII, Attur, Salem, 08/03/24 - 08/05/24
  • IP Awareness Programme, ICAR-NRCP, Online, 08/27/24 - 09/02/24
  • Interactive Meeting on Strengthening Tamil Nadu Connectivity: Trichy - International Hub for Agriculture Exports, ICAR-NRCB, 09/27/24
  • CCI-Delta Agri & Food Expo 2024, CCI, Thanjavur, 10/04/24 - 10/06/24
  • Awareness Programme on Transforming Waste to Wealth: Unlocking the Value of Banana Fiber, ICAR-NRCB, Trichy, 10/23/24

Awards

  • 2nd Prize - Best Exhibition Stall, Velansangamam Agri Expo 2023, Department of Agriculture, Tamil Nadu, CARE Engineering College, Trichy, 07/27/23 - 07/31/23
  • 2nd Prize - Best Exhibition Stall, Agriculture Science Congress and Expo 2023, NAAS and ICAR-CMFRI, Hotel Le Meridien, Kochi, 07/27/23 - 07/31/23
  • 1st Prize - Best Exhibition Stall, National Horticultural Fair 2024, ICAR-IIHR, Bengaluru, 03/05/24 - 03/07/24

Publications

  • VIROCON 2023 - Souvenir Cum Abstract Book, Co-Author/Co-Editor (Technical Assistance), 978-93-6039-718-0, ICAR-NRCB
  • Banana Extension Book - Drone Technology Uses in Banana Cultivation and NRCB Initiative, Author, 978-93-5967-755-2
  • Drone Technology Uses in Banana Cultivation and Farmers’ Experience in Drone Technology, Author/Editor, Extension Leaflet No: 37
  • ICAR-NRCB Annual Report 2023, Co-Author/Co-Editor (Technical Assistance)
  • ICAR-NRCB Quarterly Newsletter, Co-Author/Co-Editor (Technical Assistance), Jan-March 2024, Volume No. 28(1), April-June 2024, Volume No. 28(2), July-September 2024, Volume No. 28(3)
  • Unveiling India’s GI Banana – A Complete Guide, Co-Author/Co-Editor (Editorial Assistance), Technical Bulletin No: 41
  • Summer Maintenance Techniques for Tissue Culture Bananas, Author/Editor, Extension Leaflet No: 41

Timeline

Young Professional - I

ICAR - National Research Centre for Banana
03.2023 - Current

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Valar Valam Farmer Producer Company Ltd.
09.2022 - 03.2023

Research Assistant

Pioneer Hi-Bred Private Limited (Corteva Agriscience)
07.2021 - 06.2022

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - undefined

S.R.V. Matric Hr. Sec School

Secondary School Leaving Certificate (SSLC) - undefined

Government Higher Secondary School

B.Sc. (Hons) - Agriculture

Faculty of Agriculture, Annamalai University
Mr. HARISHWAR SAgricultural Professional