Nasimeh Mortazavi
Agronomy Director – Horticulture & Technical Services
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven Agronomist and Crop Health Specialist with over a decade of expertise in plant protection, pest and disease management, and sustainable agronomy strategies. Proven leadership in developing and executing agronomic programs, mentoring agronomists, and conducting applied research to enhance crop productivity. Skilled in integrating precision agriculture and Ag-Tech solutions, driving research-based decision-making, and aligning agronomic strategies with business objectives. Experienced in field trials, grower education, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring optimized agricultural outcomes. Passionate about fostering innovation and sustainability in horticulture and broadacre agronomy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Research Scientist
UQAC
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Collaborated on biosecurity projects involving pest management
- Conducted research on sustainable biological control solutions, focusing on reducing chemical inputs
- Analyzing ecological data and worked with various teams to implement data-driven pest management solutions
- Mentored junior scientists, fostering professional growth and enhancing team capabilities.
- Streamlined research processes to meet tight deadlines for multiple projects.
- Presented research findings at international conferences, increasing visibility and recognition within the field.
Agronomy Director – Horticulture & Technical Services
Pardis Azma Co.
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Led horticulture and broadacre agronomy programs, ensuring alignment with business goals
- Mentored, trained, and supported a team of horticulture agronomists, enhancing their technical skills and extension capabilities
- Designed and executed applied research trials, refining agronomic recommendations and strategies
- Fostered partnerships with growers, agribusinesses, and industry stakeholders to drive business outcomes and innovation
- Aligned horticulture agronomy goals with sales and earnings targets in collaboration with management
- Collaborated with internal teams and stakeholders, contributing to the growth and success of the horticulture division
- Provided subject matter expertise and guided the team on market trends, customer needs, and agronomy solutions
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Secured key partnerships that contributed to the company''s overall growth strategy and market reach.
- Enhanced data-driven decision-making by implementing advanced analytics and reporting tools.
- Leveraged professional networks and industry knowledge to strengthen client relationships.
- Pioneered adoption of sustainable practices, leading to industry recognition and awards.
Plant Protection Specialist
Pardis Azma Co.
03.2012 - 09.2019
- Managed crop protection programs for horticultural and broadacre crops, utilizing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) and Integrated Farming Management (IFM) strategies
- Coordinated pest and disease monitoring and risk mitigation, optimizing crop health and yield
- Developed and implemented sustainable agronomy strategies to improve soil health and productivity
- Provided expert guidance on plant protection product selection, ensuring safety, compliance, and minimal impact
- Advised farmers and stakeholders on crop rotation, soil health, and pest control to boost productivity and sustainability
- Conducted trials and research to evaluate new farming techniques, crop varieties, and agronomic inputs
- Analyzed field trial data and environmental conditions
- Organized and presented extension workshops to agronomists, and farmers
- Worked closely with the sales team and maintained strong customer connections to drive business success and identify new agronomic sales opportunities
- Contributed to recruitment strategies for horticulture agronomists and collaborated with cross-functional teams on market positioning and analysis
- Coordinated with other security professionals in the industry to share knowledge and collaborate on best practices, raising the overall standard of protection services available.
Agricultural Trainer & Mentor
School of Agriculture and Agro-Industry
12.2010 - 01.2012
- Developed and delivered courses on plant protection, pest management, and sustainable agriculture
- Led hands-on training sessions for students and professionals in agricultural best practices
- Organized student-led agricultural projects, field trips, and workshops to enhance practical learning
- Mentored students on career development and provided guidance on academic and professional growth in agriculture
Teaching Assistant
Shiraz University
12.2010 - 01.2012
- Assisted in teaching and lab sessions for: Insect Ecology, Important Field Pests & Control Methods, Insect Vectors, Important Fruit Pests & Control Methods
Education
Ph.D. - Agricultural Engineering-Entomology
Tarbiat Modares University, IRAN.
04.2001 -
M.Sc. - Agricultural Engineering-Entomology
Shiraz University
09.2010 - 11.2012
Master of Science - Agricultural Engineering-Entomology
Shiraz University, IRAN.
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering-Plant Protection
Isfahan University of Technology, IRAN.
04.2001 -
MBA -
Tarbiat Modares University, IRAN.
04.2001 -
Skills
Leadership in horticulture agronomy strategy
Mentoring
Technical service delivery
Pest and disease management
Biological control
Sustainable agronomy practices
Applied research
Extension programs
Trial planning
Trial design
Trial execution
Precision agriculture
Ag-Tech solutions
Crop health monitoring
Professional development
Agrochemicals
undefinedCertification
Strategic Management, 2021, United Registrar of Systems
Publications
Hives insulation increases foraging activities of bumble bees (Bumbus impatiens) in a wild blueberry field from Quebec, Canada., Paré, M., Mortazavi, N., Brassard, J., Chouffot, T., Douillard, J., Cutler, G., 2025, Submitted, Agronomy, MDPI, Multiple foundresses and multiple hosts: The influences of kinship and host quality on group reproduction in a quasi‐social parasitoid., Malabusini, S., Lupi, D., Mortazavi, N., Golparvar, Z., Follador, A., De Milato, S., Hardy, I. C., 2024, Ecological Entomology, Suitability of monotypic and mixed diets for development, population growth and predation capacity of Typhlodromus bagdasarjani (Acari: Phytoseiidae)., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A.A., 2022, Bulletin Entomological Research, The efficiency of Amblyseius swirskii in control of Tetranychus urticae and Trialeurodes vaporariorum is affected by various factors., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A.A., 2019, Bulletin of Entomological Research, Interactions between two-spotted spider mites, Tetranychus urticae and greenhouse whitefly, Trialeurodes vaporariorum on strawberry., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A.A., 2017, Systematic & Applied Acarology, Comparison of seven methods for rearing western flower thrips Frankliniella occidentalis (Thysanoptera: Thripidae)., Mortazavi, N., Aleosfoor, M., Minaei, K., 2016, Iran Agricultural Research, Efficiency of Thrips tabaci and Frankliniella occidentalis populations in transmission of Tomato yellow ring virus., Mortazavi, N., Aleosfoor, M., 2015, Zoology and Ecology, Comparison cannibalistic behavior between two ladybirds, Coccinella septempunctata L. and Hippodamia variegata (Goeze) under laboratory experiments., Aleosfoor, M., Mortazavi, N., Poorkashkooli, M., 2014, Munis Entomology and Zoology, Transmission of cineraria isolate of Tomato yellow ring virus by Frankliniella occidentalis and Thrips tabaci (Thysanoptera, Thripidae)., Mortazavi, N., Aleosfoor, M., Minaei, K., 2013, Linzer Biologische Beitrage Journal, Inter and Intra-specific competition in Bethylid wasp., Malabusini, S., Mortazavi, N., Golparvar, Z., Jucker, C., Lupi, D., 2020, European PhD Network 'Insect Science' - XI Annual Meeting, Italy, Segregation and behaviour of the parasitoid of longhorn beetles sclerodermus brevicornis (Hymenoptera Bethylidae) in laboratory choice test., Malabusini, S., Mortazavi, N., Golparvar, Z., Jucker, C., Lupi, D., 2019, X European PhD Network 'Insect Science', Genova, Italy, The effect of competition on population growth of Trialeurodes vaporariorum (Hemiptera: Aleyrodidae) and Tetranychus urticae (Acari: Tetranychidae) on strawberry., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A. A., 2017, 3rd International Persian Congress of Acarology, Tehran, Iran, Prey preference of Amblyseius swirskii between Tetranychus urticae and Trialeurodes vaporariorum on strawberry., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A. A., 2017, 2nd Iranian International Congress of Entomology, Karaj, Iran, Biological parameters of Amblyseius swirskii on Tetranychus urticae., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A. A., 2016, 3rd National Meeting on Biocontrol in Agriculture and Natural Resources of Iran, Mashhad, Iran, Effect of a botanical acaricide, Dayabon, on predatory mite Amblyseius swirskii (Acari: Phytoseiidae)., Mortazavi, N., Seifi, R., Moharrami, S., 2016, 3rd National Meeting on Biocontrol in Agriculture and Natural Resources of Iran, Mashhad, Iran, The effect of webbing and honeydew on Amblyseius swirskii., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A. A., 2016, 8th National conference on biological control, University of Gilan, Rasht, Iran, Functional response of Thyphlodromus bagdasarjani on eggs of Tetranychus urticae in strawberry., Mortazavi, N., Fathipour, Y., Talebi, A. A., 2015, 1st Iranian International Congress of Entomology, Tehran, Iran, Effect of a botanical acaricide, Dayabon, on different life stages of two spotted spider mite., Seifi, R., Mortazavi, N., Moharrami, S., 2015, 1st Iranian International Congress of Entomology, Tehran, Iran, Comparison of seven methods for rearing Frankliniella occidentalis (Thysanoptera: Thripidae) under laboratory conditions., Mortazavi, N., Aleosfoor, M., Minaei, K., 2012, Plant Protection Congress, Shiraz, Iran, Studying adult female lady beetle Hippodamia variegata food preferences in two different food diets under laboratory conditions., Poorkashkooli, M., Aleosfoor, M., Mortazavi, N., 2012, Plant Protection Congress, Shiraz, Iran
Honors And Awards
- Prof. Kamali's Prize, 2020, Acarological Society of Iran
- Letter of appreciation (1st Rank student among the Ph.D. students of Agricultural Entomology), 2018, Tarbiat Modares University
- Letter of appreciation (Distinguished researcher student), 2018, Tarbiat Modares University
- Letter of appreciation (1st Rank Ph.D. student in the comprehensive exam), 2014, Tarbiat Modares University
- Research scholarship for MSc research, 2012, Scientific Society of Entomology, Shiraz University
Timeline
Research Scientist
UQAC
06.2022 - 01.2023
Agronomy Director – Horticulture & Technical Services
Pardis Azma Co.
10.2019 - 05.2022
Plant Protection Specialist
Pardis Azma Co.
03.2012 - 09.2019
Agricultural Trainer & Mentor
School of Agriculture and Agro-Industry
12.2010 - 01.2012
Teaching Assistant
Shiraz University
12.2010 - 01.2012
M.Sc. - Agricultural Engineering-Entomology
Shiraz University
09.2010 - 11.2012
Ph.D. - Agricultural Engineering-Entomology
Tarbiat Modares University, IRAN.
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Agricultural Engineering-Entomology
Shiraz University, IRAN.
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering-Plant Protection
Isfahan University of Technology, IRAN.
04.2001 -
MBA -
Tarbiat Modares University, IRAN.
04.2001 -
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