
Timeline
About me
Ag Entrepreneur, Fertilizer Soil & Water Management Expert
Education
Swedish university of agricultural sciences
2013 - 2015Master of science (m.sc.) in soil sciences with specialization in soil and water managementSoil and water management is of major concern at all levels of society from local authorities to international organisations. The use and quality of soil and water resources are intimately linked and must be understood together. The studies prepared me for the challenge of developing land and water management while minimizing negative impacts on the environment and health. It gave me a sound understanding of pathways for water, nutrients and other elements through soil and plants to the… Show more Soil and water management is of major concern at all levels of society from local authorities to international organisations. The use and quality of soil and water resources are intimately linked and must be understood together. The studies prepared me for the challenge of developing land and water management while minimizing negative impacts on the environment and health. It gave me a sound understanding of pathways for water, nutrients and other elements through soil and plants to the atmosphere or through soil to ground and surface water. I was trained to evaluate the impacts of agriculture, forestry and urbanisation on soil and water quality and to design and apply proper management methods to achieve important environmental objectives.The master's thesis was a successful accomplishment. I did my own original research, based on my own vision, after finding funding from the private sector. It received highest grade and the praise of the examiner. Show less
Ben-gurion university of the negev
2016 - 2017Precision fertigation in horticulture under semi-arid conditionsI was recruited by the Agricultural Research Organization (ARO) of Israel, to lead their project about almonds fertigation for improved growth and yield. For this project ARO partnered with Ben Gurion University of the Negev, and I was positioned with a secondary office for my research at their campus as well.
Swedish university of agricultural sciences
2010 - 2013Bachelor of science (b.sc.) in biology plant physiologyI majored in agriculture oriented biology. I obtained my interest in plant physiology as I wanted to understand exactly what plants need in order for us to attain maximal yields and crop quality and properties that we desire. Have special expertise particularly in the area of plant nutrition.The bachelor thesis received highest grade and the attention and praise of people involved. The examiner was so impressed that he virtually offered me to drop out of my agronomist education and… Show more I majored in agriculture oriented biology. I obtained my interest in plant physiology as I wanted to understand exactly what plants need in order for us to attain maximal yields and crop quality and properties that we desire. Have special expertise particularly in the area of plant nutrition.The bachelor thesis received highest grade and the attention and praise of people involved. The examiner was so impressed that he virtually offered me to drop out of my agronomist education and become a Ph.D. student immediately instead. A rare thing in connection with a bachelor examination. Show less
Swedish university of agricultural sciences
2010 - 2015Master of science (m.sc.) in agricultureAs a student at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences i studied two major categories; agriculture and soil. Overall there was a strong environmental oriented profile on the education. Actually if I had wished, I could have written my thesis in environmental sciences in the master's programme, but I choose soil sciences for two reasons: first of all that is where my interest lies, and I want to enrich the sector of soil and water management, and secondly I wanted to keep the… Show more As a student at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences i studied two major categories; agriculture and soil. Overall there was a strong environmental oriented profile on the education. Actually if I had wished, I could have written my thesis in environmental sciences in the master's programme, but I choose soil sciences for two reasons: first of all that is where my interest lies, and I want to enrich the sector of soil and water management, and secondly I wanted to keep the agricultural connection. In my opinion a terribly good combination!The master's thesis was a success, it received highest grade and the praise of the examiner, and I received encouragement from people involved to submit it for peer-review and publication in a scientific journal. Show less
Experience
Vittene manor
Aug 2011 - Aug 2011InternHorse farm with ley fodder production, and a contractor for the agrarian surrounding. Partook in all work and life on the farm 24-7 in late summer 2011. A very enriching experience that allowed me to get good feeling about what it means to be a farmer!
Swedish board of agriculture
Jul 2012 - Aug 2012Field seed inspectorControlling fields for seed production. Ensuring the level of purity, by judging the influence of weeds and unwanted crops. Field work. Seasonal work.
Swedish board of agriculture
Jul 2014 - Aug 2014Field seed inspectorWorked seasonally as a seed inspector on the Swedish Board of Agriculture. The Swedish Board of Agriculture is the main government body for agriculture and horticulture. Through this work I had the opportunity to travel around in Sweden and meet many farmers with completely different conditions. It has improved my understanding for swedish agriculture, the farmers and the different kinds of challenges that we face.
Icl growing solutions
Jan 2016 - nowChief data analystResponsible for data analysis and extraction of intel from agronomic research and trials.Managing expert team of agronomists, scientists, writer and prestentation/layot.Supports in-house intiatives of innovation and communication.
Ncc agro ltd.
Jan 2016 - nowCeo & founderwww.nccagro.comServes the fertilizer industry & the agri-business sector with leadership, communication, know-how and agronomic scientific excellence, through specialization in fertilization, sustainability & ag-tech and innovation.With visionary leadership and expertise we take on complex projects, as well as providing top-of-the-line agronomic proficiency on a scientific and technical level, addressing all levels of operation in the fertilizer, fertigation and ag-tech innovation arena.A full-service provider in the agronomic and fertilizer sector, offering everything from single-level precise services in the area of fertilizers, and how that intersects with agronomy research, marketing, business, start-ups and AI & ag-tech, to complete turn-key solutions relevant for the client. Show less
Volcani center
Oct 2016 - Sept 2017Research project leader in horticulture—almonds in the desertFERTIGATION RESEARCH UNDER SEMI-ARID CONDITIONS▪ I was recruited by the Agricultural Research Organization (ARO) of Israel, to lead their project about almonds fertigation for improved growth and yield.▪ ARO is a leading research institute that focuses on enabling world class agricultural output on very scarce resources.▪ My research entailed fertilizer treatments through irrigation, in order to understand plant nutrition and improve practices.
Meister media worldwide
Dec 2017 - nowWriting contributorRegular contributor as expert writer and columnist for Agribusiness Global, and event key speaker at their trade summit.
Horticulture new zealand
Mar 2018 - Mar 2021Writing contributorRegular contributor of expert materials and columnist for both their horticultural publications; NZ Grower and The Orchardist.
China agricultural university
Dec 2018 - Dec 2018Work-shop speakerIntroduced our trademarked concept Demand-driven Fertilization with its accompanying technology.
Stealth startup
Dec 2018 - Dec 2020Chief agricultural officer, co-founder & partner/ownerStart-up in Ag-tech, AI and precision agronomy.
Agmatix
Mar 2019 - Mar 2020Senior consultant, contributing architect & director of data harvesting bridging agronomy & aiDuring the stealth start-up phase, I served as lead agronomic consultant in the initial start-up executive entity, functioning as project architect, technical designer of product and work procedures, and visionary guide. Also served as director of the expert team that bridged agronomy to AI.
New ag international
Jan 2020 - Dec 2020Course instructorOnline course instructor on the specialty fertilizer industry for leaders and executives.
International potash institute ipi
May 2021 - nowChief scientific editorIPI is a non-governmental and non-profit organisation with the mission to develop and promote balanced fertilisation.My position entails scientific editorial work, scientific writing and data analysis in preparation for publishing in IPI's magazine e-ifc and other journals.
Licenses & Certifications
Cpag (certified professional agronomist)
Slu - swedish university of agricultural sciencesMay 2016
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Joachim NachmansohnScholarship for research on topics that help advance agriculture in the Negev Molcho Center & ICL Nov 2016
Languages
- swSwedish
- enEnglish
- heHebrew
- frFrench
- grGreek
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