alaina pierre

Co-founded an initiative to highlight the role of women in the local agribusiness industry and create sustainable income flows for women entrepreneurs. Manages social media platforms showcasing local crop production and the agricultural supply chain.

Conducted research and development to enhance jam manufacturing processes, quality, and innovation. Implemented EU protocol standards and conducted monthly audits to ensure food safety compliance.

Served as a tour guide under the Youth Training Employment Partnership Programme.

Managed greenhouse staff and production activities, created foliar sprays and nutrient programs, and planned harvesting and planting schedules. Monitored health and safety and supported packaging, logistics, and sales teams.

Conducted weekly scouting for pests and diseases, provided technical support for prevention, and designed tracking mechanisms for batch detection. Trained on-the-job trainees and proposed post-harvest measures.

Provided technical support for Grow Box Plot, including proposals for IPM, fertilizer regimes, and biosecurity measures. Gave daily instructions to workers and managed record keeping, harvesting, and sales.

Assisted with the Coconut Industry Development for the Caribbean project, conducting research on coconut production and agro-processing. Conducted weekly visits to farmers to reduce red palm mites and palm weevils.

Provided assistance to extension officers and farmers in rural communities, liaised with customers, and assisted in planning and executing agricultural exhibitions.

Provided support for the Vertical Garden Project, an initiative of the United States Department of Agriculture, which educated school children on agriculture and its benefits.

Pursued a Master of Science in Value Addition for Food and Nutrition Security, focusing on improving domestic and regional food supply through value-added products.

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, gaining competencies to address agricultural issues. Final year project focused on enhancing seedling vigour using bio-stimulant on Moruga red hot pepper.

Earned a Diploma in Agriculture. Final year project involved creating three original flavoured chocolates from fermentation to finished product.