Debadyuti Raha
Bundaberg
Summary
Enthusiastic agricultural professional with a Master of Agricultural Science, with strong academic foundations and on-field experience supported by industry certifications like HACCP and Chemcert. Eager to join as a team member in an agricultural organization. To secure a career in a progressive, reputed organization to develop and expand my knowledge, skills, and learning, while making significant contributions to the organization's success.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Agronomist (Entry-Level)
Dicky Bill Farming Group
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Managed irrigation scheduling, adjusting timing and volumes based on crop needs, soil conditions, and environmental factors.
- Performed structured crop health inspections to assess nutrient status, growth, stress, and pest/disease pressure.
- Implemented fertigation programs across crop growth stages.
- Provided chemical recommendations within integrated pest management frameworks.
- Worked with a diverse crop portfolio including baby spinach, lettuce, rocket, chard, mizuna, parsley, coriander, dill, basil, and sweetcorn.
- Maintained detailed records for crop monitoring, fertigation, and chemical applications, contributing to product traceability and QA.
Junior Agronomist/Grower
Pohlman’s Nursery Ltd.
04.2024 - 08.2025
- Conducted routine crop and plant inspections across nursery production areas, monitoring moisture levels, and identifying pest and disease issues.
- Assisted with propagation activities, including seeding, transplanting, and growing nursery stock.
- Performed soil/media testing (pH and EC) to help maintain optimal growing conditions.
- Supported production scheduling, helping coordinate availability of plants for fulfilment of orders and contracts.
- Contributed to quality assurance and biosecurity practices, aligning with BioSecure HACCP principles.
- Participated in internal trials and a variety of assessments, documenting growth performance and suitability for production.
Console Operator & Kitchen Hand
Pacific Fuels, Helidon Spa
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Provided customer service and handled POS transactions.
- Assisted with basic food preparation and maintained food safety standards.
- Ensured cleanliness and orderliness of the store environment.
Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) Intern
- Participated in mushroom cultivation, apiculture, food processing, and agricultural extension activities.
- Observed farmer interactions, adoption of technologies, and rural advisory processes.
Education
Master of Agricultural Science - Agronomy
The University of Queensland
01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
01.2021
Higher Secondary -
Central Board of Secondary Education
01.2017
Secondary -
Central Board of Secondary Education
01.2015
Skills
- Crop Scouting & Monitoring
- Pest & Disease Identification (field level)
- Fertigation Implementation
- Irrigation Scheduling & Moisture Management
- Soil/Media Testing (pH & EC)
- QA / Biosecurity Awareness
- Proficient in MS office
Certification
- Chemical Certificate – SpraySMART
- BioSecure HACCP: Crop Monitoring
- BioSecure HACCP: Procedures & Techniques
- BioSecure HACCP: Site Surveillance
- BioSecure HACCP: Sticky Traps
- BioSecure HACCP: Understanding ECCPs
- BioSecure HACCP: Despatch Inspection
Languages
English (Fluent)
Bengali (Native)
Hindi (Fluent)
Research
Master’s Research Project – The University of Queensland, Dormancy Break and Germination Ecology of Giant Rat’s Tail Weed Seeds, Investigated factors affecting dormancy and germination behaviour of giant rat’s tail weed, with implications for pasture and crop weed management., Conducted controlled-environment germination trials, viability testing, and treatment comparisons., Assisted in herbicide resistance testing of annual ryegrass populations, including experimental setup, data collection, and preliminary analysis.
Software And Analytical Skills
- Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Data entry, basic data summarisation and reporting
- Field recording and documentation
Timeline
Agronomist (Entry-Level)
Dicky Bill Farming Group
09.2025 - 11.2025
Junior Agronomist/Grower
Pohlman’s Nursery Ltd.
04.2024 - 08.2025
Console Operator & Kitchen Hand
Pacific Fuels, Helidon Spa
10.2022 - 04.2024
Bachelor of Science - Agriculture
Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University
Higher Secondary -
Central Board of Secondary Education
Secondary -
Central Board of Secondary Education
Rural Agricultural Work Experience (RAWE) Intern
Master of Agricultural Science - Agronomy
The University of Queensland