Sanjeewa Jayanath Sudusinghe
Negombo,Sri Lanka
Summary
Results-driven agricultural professional with expertise in sustainable farming and agronomy. Led initiatives in nutrient and pesticide management while operating agricultural machinery to enhance crop production. Developed herbicide programmes and insecticide resistance management strategies, advancing sustainable agriculture practices. Fluent in English and Sinhala, committed to fostering collaboration and positive transformation within the sector.
Overview
8
8
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior unit Manager/ Agronomist
Almarai Company
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
2015.10 - Current
- Practice large-scale farming scouting for insect pests and crop diseases, preventive programs.
- Monitored weather patterns for timely planting and harvesting decisions.
- Executed detailed research projects on plant genetics to boost yield potential.
- Provided expert advice on crop rotation plans to maintain soil fertility.
- Designed drainage systems, mitigating water-logging issues in fields.
- Developed innovative pest management solutions, resulting in healthier crops.
- Conducted quality control assessments through regular field inspections, ensuring compliance with crop standards.
- Identified and suggested effective fertilisers to enhance plant growth and health. for optimal plant growth and health.
- Managed drilling and harvesting operations in [Type] areas and across field stations.
- Supervised fertiliser and pesticide applications.
- Implemented pest and weed control measures.
- Visited sites to inspect production progress and identify cases of disease, pests or under-performance, providing practical solutions.
Senior unit manager/ Agronomist
Maria Fondomonte SA - Almarai shareholder company
Chinrogi, Romania
2019.12 - 2025.09
- Conducted large-scale farming practices, including scouting for weeds, insects, pests, and diseases, and reported findings to management for preventive programmes./ Planning with Cutting and other all crop management practices programme with management. Monitored hay conditions in the field and post-baling at drying factory, ensuring forager quality through lab analysis using NIR machine./ Maintained accurate and current records of all crop activities and conditions
- Collaborated with management to develop crop management practices and cutting schedules
- Keeping all crop records up to date.
Sales Agronomist
Unipower (Pvt) Ltd
2013.10 - 2015.10
- Delivered training for farmers on cultivating fruits, vegetables, and other crops to enhance productivity and profitability. Consistently met sales targets, contributing to overall company growth on a monthly and yearly basis. Conducted product trials with YARA fertilizer, GROWMORE fertilizer, GOIZPER sprayers, GINEGAR plastic films and shade net, AGROCHEMICALS, GROWTH REGULATORS (Clonex & Rapidroot), and VEGI WASH to evaluate effectiveness and support product recommendations.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Achieved timely completion of responsibilities under strict deadlines.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Executive
Anoma Agro Based Products PVT Ltd, member of Daya group of companies
2009.03 - 2013.05
- Oversaw farmer out grower network, extension services, sales & marketing initiatives, nursery management, and plant production to enhance operational effectiveness.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Special)
University of Ruhuna
Sri Lanka 2004.01 - 2008.01
G.C.E. Advanced Level - Bio Science
H/ Debarawewa National College
Tissamaharama, Sri Lanka 1998.04 - 2002.08
Skills
- English
- Crop production
- Sustainable agriculture
- Nutrient management
- Pesticide control
- Crop oversight
- Irrigation systems
- Insecticide resistance
- Machinery operation
- Weed management
- Herbicide development
- Weed identification
- Agronomy
- Fertiliser knowledge
Communication, Organization & Leadership
Prefect of H/ Debarawewa national collage in Tissamaharama Cadet Soldier H/ Debarawewa National college, Tissamaharama (10th battalion in Tangalle) Head Prefect of H/ Debarawewa national collage in Tissamaharama Council member in Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna Participated in Farm practice course conducted at university field. (6 months duration) Participated in the workshops on “Career Guidance” and “Positive thinking” offered by Career Guidance Unit, University of Ruhuna. Prefect of H/ Debarawewa national collage in Tissamaharama Cadet Soldier H/ Debarawewa National college, Tissamaharama (10th battalion in Tangalle) Head Prefect of H/ Debarawewa national collage in Tissamaharama Council member in Faculty of Agriculture, University of Ruhuna Participated in Farm practice course conducted at university field. (6 months duration) Participated in the workshops on “Career Guidance” and “Positive thinking” offered by Career Guidance Unit, University of Ruhuna.
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that the above given particulars are true and correct to the best of my knowledge.
Personal strengths
- Successful completed diploma (merit) Radio & Television Announcing conducted by the college of journalism of the Kariyakarawana Mass Media Training Institute.
- Successful completed a special course in Newspaper journalism conducted by the college of journalism of the Kariyakarawana Mass Media Training Institute.
- Successful completed diploma in photography Vocational training institute “Vishwa” in Tissamaharama
- Successful completed diploma in photography in “National photographers society” Dehiwala
- Successful completed diploma in photography National photography Art society in Colombo.
- Experienced about “Comparative assessment of the suitability of raw materials and bark removing method for cinnamon bark oil production” final year research.
Timeline
Senior unit manager/ Agronomist
Maria Fondomonte SA - Almarai shareholder company
2019.12 - 2025.09
Senior unit Manager/ Agronomist
Almarai Company
2015.10 - Current
Sales Agronomist
Unipower (Pvt) Ltd
2013.10 - 2015.10
Executive
Anoma Agro Based Products PVT Ltd, member of Daya group of companies
2009.03 - 2013.05
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture (Special)
University of Ruhuna
2004.01 - 2008.01
G.C.E. Advanced Level - Bio Science
H/ Debarawewa National College
1998.04 - 2002.08