Kelly Salinas
San Nicolas,Cartago
Summary
Reliable agricultural engineer with proven experience in research, sustainability certifications and Crop Protection. Knowledgeable about research areas and study procedures. Enthusiastic about setting up and carrying out wide array of studies. Skilled in providing strategic solutions and assessing project performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Pathology Supervisor
Linda Vista SRL
02.2022 - Current
- Prepared detailed reports summarizing research findings and recommendations for further action.
- Assembled reports and presentations to share insights and recommendations with stakeholders.
- Researched and analyzed pesticide efficacy and made adjustments to application management.
- Analyzed testing results based on established indicators, submitting findings to central lab database.
Crop Protection Supervisor
Linda Vista SRL
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Developed a new Integrated Pest Management (IPM), reducing the load of pesticides by 35% in 2021, increasing the use of new biological controllers for insect pests.
- Performed pathogens identification using reference reagents and prescribed techniques.
- Supported research projects, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams for successful outcomes.
Agricultural Engineer
Green Plants Costa Rica Consortium
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Increased overall farm efficiency with diligent attention to detail during all aspects of the harvest process.
- Evaluate harvesting conditions and identify obstacles.
- Evaluated 2 methodologies to increase the shelf life of foliage ornamental plants.
- Investigated and suggested new postharvest equipment to export foliage ornamental plants to the middle east market.
Research Assistant
University Of Costa Rica
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Maintained up-to-date records of research activities and results for future reference.
- Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Evaluated chemical and biological treatments to increase the shelf life of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental crops.
- Conducted experiments on healthy and diseased plants, to decrease the life cycle of pathogens.
Education
Measurement And Reporting of GHG According To INTE
Green Forest Solutions
San José, Costa Rica08.2022
Good Agricultural Practices Focused On Food Safety
National Plant Protection Organization of Costa Ri
San José, Costa Rica08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering
University of Costa Rica
San José, Costa Rica04.2019
English - Enghlish As A Second Language, Advance Level
American Business Academy
San José, Costa Rica11.2008
Skills
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Program Planning
- Excellent Communication Abilities
- Report Writing
- Database Management
- High Attention to Detail
Timeline
Plant Pathology Supervisor
Linda Vista SRL
02.2022 - Current
Crop Protection Supervisor
Linda Vista SRL
06.2020 - 01.2022
Agricultural Engineer
Green Plants Costa Rica Consortium
01.2019 - 03.2020
Research Assistant
University Of Costa Rica
03.2017 - 12.2019
Measurement And Reporting of GHG According To INTE
Green Forest Solutions
Good Agricultural Practices Focused On Food Safety
National Plant Protection Organization of Costa Ri
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering
University of Costa Rica
English - Enghlish As A Second Language, Advance Level
American Business Academy
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