Highly accomplished Agricultural Engineer with over two decades of expertise in agrometeorology, plant protection, and sustainable agricultural practices. Proven leader in scientific research, climate risk assessment, and integrated pest management, consistently delivering data-driven insights to enhance crop yields and promote food security. Spearheaded numerous provincial and national projects, demonstrating a strong capacity for strategic coordination, scientific communication, and the development of resilient agricultural systems.
Specialist in Applied Agricultural Meteorology, Scientific Group
Holguín, Holguín, Cuba
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Led agrometeorological activities for the Provincial Meteorological Center, providing critical climate and weather insights to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience across the Holguín province.
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Directed comprehensive agrometeorological operations, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of forecasts and diagnoses to diverse agricultural stakeholders.
Authored and published a comprehensive agrometeorology reference book (CENDA Reg. No. 1827-2009), serving as a vital resource for regional agricultural development.
Developed and disseminated decennial agrometeorological bulletins, consistently achieving high evaluation scores for timely and accurate information delivery to support decision-making.
Coordinated and executed studies on rural fire risk and vulnerability, providing long-term (6-month), medium-term (1-month), and short-term (5-day) forecasts to key agricultural and emergency response entities.
Monitored and verified specialized agrometeorological services for over 10 types of agricultural entities, including cooperatives, farms, and state protection systems.
Systematically enhanced agrometeorological service delivery methods, integrating advanced IT techniques for processing and validating critical weather and climate data.
Specialist B in Plant Protection
Holguín, Holguín, Cuba
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Provided specialized expertise in plant protection, contributing to provincial strategies and field implementation to safeguard agricultural production.
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Applied advanced plant protection methodologies to address complex agricultural challenges across the province.
Collaborated with departmental teams to develop and implement effective strategies for pest and disease control.
Provided expert technical support and guidance to local agricultural producers, enhancing crop health management practices.
Inspector of Plant Protection
Holguín, Holguín, Cuba
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Conducted rigorous inspections and enforced plant protection regulations to safeguard agricultural production across the province.
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Executed comprehensive inspections of agricultural sites, ensuring strict compliance with national plant health and protection regulations.
Identified and reported critical plant health issues, providing expert recommendations for effective pest and disease management.
Collaborated with local farmers and agricultural organizations to implement best practices, significantly reducing crop vulnerability and improving yields.
Contributed to provincial surveillance programs, enhancing early detection and rapid response capabilities for emerging plant health threats.
Director, Provincial Plant Health Laboratory
Holguín, Holguín, Cuba
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Directed the Provincial Plant Health Laboratory, overseeing product testing, regulatory compliance, and strategic plant protection initiatives for the region.
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Managed daily operations and strategic direction of the Provincial Plant Health Laboratory, ensuring adherence to national standards and protocols.
Supervised the evaluation and testing of new plant protection products, directly impacting their approval and use in regional agriculture.
Led a team of plant health specialists, fostering a collaborative environment to address complex phytosanitary challenges and improve crop resilience.
Developed and implemented provincial plant protection programs, contributing to the reduction of crop losses and enhancement of agricultural productivity.
Specialist in Product Testing & Principal Plant Protection Specialist
Holguín, Holguín, Cuba
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Provided specialized expertise in product testing and led key plant protection initiatives, contributing to sustainable agricultural practices in Holguín.
Highlights
Conducted detailed testing and analysis of agricultural products, ensuring their effectiveness and safety for plant protection applications.
Developed and implemented advanced Integrated Pest Management (MIP) strategies, significantly improving crop health and reducing reliance on conventional pesticides.
Provided expert consultation and technical support to agricultural producers, enhancing their capacity for effective plant disease and pest control.
Contributed to the development of regional plant protection policies and guidelines, impacting sustainable agricultural practices across the province.
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Master
Science and Innovation Management
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Master
Science Management
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Diploma
Environmental Management
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Diploma
Horticulture Production Enhancement (Integrated Pest Management & Biofertilizers)
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Diploma
Sustainable Grain Production
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Bachelor
Agricultural Engineering
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Co-authored research on the 'Class A' pan evaporimeter coefficient (kp) for estimating reference evapotranspiration in Holguín, Cuba.
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Co-authored a study on the determination of effective precipitation in agricultural areas of Holguín province.
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Co-authored a publication on soil water balance as a tool for planning agricultural tasks in Holguín province's agricultural areas.
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Co-authored a comparative study of empirical methods for estimating reference evapotranspiration in Holguín, Cuba.
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Co-authored a publication on the behavior of early blight in tomatoes (Alternaria solani) under Holguín municipality conditions.
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CENDA (Reg. No. 1827-2009)
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Authored a comprehensive reference book on agrometeorology, registered for intellectual property protection.
Agrometeorology, Meteorological Forecasting, Climatology, Drought Analysis, Climate Variability, Environmental Monitoring, Hydrology, Remote Sensing, Satellite Data Analysis, Climate Change Adaptation, Weather Data Processing.
Integrated Pest Management (MIP), Plant Pathology, Entomology, Product Testing, Crop Yield Analysis, Biofertilizers, Biopesticides, Sustainable Agriculture, Horticulture, Grain Production, Soil Water Balance, Phytosanitary Inspections, Agricultural Product Evaluation.
Scientific Research, Data Processing, Data Validation, Statistical Analysis, Scientific Writing, Technical Reporting, Methodological Development, Experimental Design, Literature Review.
Project Coordination, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Program Development, Capacity Building, Training & Mentorship, Risk Assessment, Operational Management, Resource Allocation.
Scientific Communication, Public Speaking, Media Relations (Radio, TV), Technical Consultation, Advisory Services, Report Dissemination, Workshop Facilitation.
Microsoft Excel, Linux, Internet Research, Electronic Publishing, Data Management Systems, Microcomputer Operations.
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Associated project with the World Food Programme (WFP) focusing on enhancing disaster risk management and community resilience against extreme weather events to improve food security.
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Member of a national project evaluating satellite-detected heat foci in Cuba and automating processes for the SAATIN Alert System.
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Member of a project focused on implementing operational agrometeorological services tailored for small-scale family agriculture.
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Member of a territorial science and technology project assessing the impact of climate variability on citrus crop yields in the Jíquima locality.
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Member of an institutional project focused on characterizing drought processes in Holguín province over a 50-year period (1960-2010).
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Member of a branch project focused on improving prediction and surveillance methodologies for agrometeorological systems, specifically the agrometeorological regime.
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Coordinated a territorial science and technology project aimed at promoting and building capacity for the agrometeorological system within the Holguín province.
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Participated as a member in a research project focused on the ecological study and conservation of six endemic cactus species in Holguín province.
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Coordinated a territorial science and technology project focused on enhancing agrometeorological infrastructure and capabilities within the Holguín province.