Narasimha Bandla

With 20 years of expertise as an agronomist and soil and plant scientist, I have specialized in crop breeding, soil system research, managing field trials, and making agronomic decisions based on data analysis. My credentials include an MSc in Plant Sciences with a focus on wheat breeding, as well as P.Ag., CCSC, and PMP certifications.

• Agile
• Souci du détail
• Analyse d’affaires
• Communication
• Service à la clientèle
• Analyse de données
• Saisie de données
• Visualisation de données
• Anglais
• Premiers soins
• Git
• GitHub
• Google Workspace
• Gestion des stocks
• Jira
• Leadership
• Linux
• Logistique
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Word
• Sens de l’organisation
• Résolution de problèmes
• Gestion de produit
• Gestion de projet
• Assurance qualité
• Collecte des exigences
• Vente
• Travail d’équipe
• Gestion du temps

1. Field Technician

   BinSentry

   juill. 2026 to Aujourd’hui

   Contract – part-time • Supporting the deployment and servicing of sensor-based monitoring systems across rural farm and feed storage sites in multiple regions • Work closely on field installations, biosecurity compliance, safe bin access, device troubleshooting, and accurate reporting of mileage, time, and service activities to support reliable system performance and operational efficiency.

2. Field Associate

   AgCall Inc.

   avr. 2026 to août 2026

   Contract – part-time • Schedule and coordinate farm visits based on field priorities. Collect and input data using provided technology tools (apps, iPad, smartphone). Inspect fields to verify crop types and collect samples according to established protocols • Assess data and determine compliance within the crop input use guidelines • Educate growers on seed treatments, plant symptomology, program terms and conditions, and best practices. Prepare clear and detailed reports

3. Soil & Plant Scientist (AI Domain Contractor)

   Mercor

   déc. 2025 to avr. 2026

   Contract – part-time • Provide subject matter expertise in soil science, agronomy, crop physiology, and experimental design to support frontier AI model training and evaluation • Develop structured real-world agricultural scenarios to improve model reasoning in plant production systems and soil health assessment.

4. Field Trial Manager

   Loam Bio Inc.

   oct. 2023 to nov. 2024

   Saskatoon, SK

   Directed national field trials evaluating microbial biostimulant products for soil carbon enhancement across eight sites in Western Canada, serving as the primary technical liaison between research, commercial, and grower stakeholders. • Managed complete trial lifecycle for biostimulant products from protocol development and site selection through data collection, analysis, and reporting to support product commercialization • Collaborated extensively with commercial teams to align trial designs with business strategy and translate agronomic findings into customer value propositions • Fostered strong relationships with growers across prairie provinces by incorporating their feedback into trial planning and providing ongoing technical support and education • Generated comprehensive analytical reports and technical documentation for regulatory submissions, sales teams, and customer presentations • Supervised Contract Research Organizations, ensuring rigorous adherence to data quality standards and experimental protocols. Designed field trials incorporating statistical rigor while addressing practical grower concerns and regional crop production variability. • Key Achievement: Successfully launched Loam Bio's Canadian field trial program, establishing robust demonstration protocols and delivering compelling agronomic evidence that advanced microbial inoculant product development and supported market entry strategy.

5. Wheat Breeding Agronomist

   BASF Canada Inc.

   juin 2020 to avr. 2023

   Saskatoon, SK

   Led field research operations for wheat breeding program across 10 sites in Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Alberta, managing all aspects from seed preparation through harvest and data analysis. • Directed land preparation, planting, plot maintenance, harvest operations, and integrated pest management across multiple breeding sites totaling 100+ acres annually • Designed and executed field breeding trials ensuring protocol adherence, data quality standards, and alignment with product development objectives • Supervised hybrid wheat seed production including precise timing of chemical hybridizing agent applications and harvest coordination. Operated and maintained specialized agricultural equipment including plot seeders, combines, sprayers, tractors, and irrigation systems • Managed seed inventory, processing operations, and organization of station facilities • Maintained comprehensive breeding databases with agronomic and phenotypic evaluations across multiple environments. Conducted statistical analysis of multi-location trial data using advanced software to support breeding decisions and variety advancement • Key Achievement: Successfully managed 10-site breeding program contributing to development of resilient, high-yielding wheat varieties through rigorous field evaluation, data-driven selection strategies, and enhanced cross-functional collaboration.

6. Plant Breeding Technician

   Tuberosum Technologies Inc.

   juin 2018 to juin 2020

   Broderick, SK

   Managed potato breeding programs coordinating greenhouse and field activities across 50+ acres. • Directed true potato seed (TPS) production with integrated pest, disease, and stress management. Designed field trials, collected and analyzed agronomic data, and generated comprehensive trial reports • Maintained agricultural machinery and managed operational budgets

7. Canola Breeder

   Nutrien

   sept. 2012 to mai 2017

   Saskatoon, SK

   Managed large-scale canola breeding program operations coordinating up to 20,000 nursery rows of Brassica napus and Brassica juncea annually. • Coordinated land preparation, trial design, and field operations for extensive breeding nurseries • Supervised plot seeding, crop maintenance, and precise application of herbicides, fungicides, and fertilizers according to research protocols • Managed seed processing, quality control, and shipping logistics for contra-season nurseries • Operated specialized breeding equipment including plot seeders, combines, sprayers, and irrigation systems. Maintained equipment functionality and troubleshot mechanical issues to minimize operational downtime • Key Achievement: Streamlined field trial operations reducing execution time by 20% while improving data quality and supporting selection of superior parental lines for hybrid canola breeding program.

8. Research Assistant

   University of Saskatchewan

   sept. 2008 to déc. 2010

   Saskatoon, SK

   Conducted quality assessments and laboratory analyses on durum wheat breeding lines supporting variety development program. • Performed grain quality evaluations including protein analysis, milling quality, and baking tests • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams on research publications and breeding reports

1. University of Saskatchewan

   Master of Science, Plant Sciences

   Saskatoon, SK

   2008

   Focus on wheat breeding, as stated in the Professional Summary.

• Professional Agrologist (P.Ag.)

  Saskatchewan Institute of Agrologists

• Project Management Professional (PMP)

  Project Management Institute

• Pesticide Applicator License

  Saskatchewan Ministry of Agriculture

• Pilot Certificate, Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA), Advanced Operations

  Transport Canada

• Certified Crop Science Consultant (CCSC)

  University of Saskatchewan

• Leadership Essentials Certificate

  Cornell University