Pavan Kulshrestha
@pavankulshrestha
Agricultural consultant at India’s Ministry of Agriculture who evaluated horticulture plans and tracked scheme progress through MIS portals.
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At the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of India, I analyzed performance against Annual Action Plans across Indian states and National Level Agencies. I also evaluated technical proposals and formulated policy suggestions for long-term commercial horticulture plans.
As Consultant (Horticulture Division – TSG of MIDH), I used MIS portals and remote data collection tools to support inter-state communication and track infrastructure readiness and output metrics.
At the Office of the Deputy Director of Agriculture, Agra, I led multi-village extensions to establish agricultural demonstration model farms. I also designed and delivered farmer training using ICT frameworks and managed the distribution of government subsidies.
Earlier, at INTERNATIONAL TRACEABILITY SYSTEMS LIMITED, I integrated ICT and digital traceability tracking in regional farming zones and directed the operational setup of community-led Self-Help Groups. My qualifications include an M.Sc. and M.Phil. in Horticulture, along with training in agri-business management and food processing.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Consultant (Horticulture Division – TSG of MIDH)
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, Government of Ind
Sep 2020 - Jan 2023 (2 years 4 months)
Spearheaded data analysis and performance evaluation of physical/financial progress against Annual Action Plans across multiple Indian states and National Level Agencies. Formulated strategic policy suggestions for long-term master plans focused on sustainable commercial horticulture crop growth.
Agriculture & Retail Assessor (PMKVY Scheme)
SPIWD – Under National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC),
Jan 2017 - Jan 2019 (2 years)
Qualified and certified technical competencies across five critical agricultural domains including Animal Health, Poultry Production, Dairy Farming, Commercial Gardening, and Retail Management. Managed real-time examinations and batches, delivering quality auditing reports to headquarter portals.
Block Technology Manager (NMAET / ATMA Yojna)
Office of the Deputy Director of Agriculture, Agra, Govt. of
Mar 2012 - Mar 2016 (4 years)
Led multi-village extensions to establish state-of-the-art agricultural demonstration model farms for tech adoption. Designed and delivered customized training programs for small and mid-scale farmers using ICT frameworks.
Block Incharge (RKVY Yojna Project)
International Traceability Systems Limited
Jan 2009 - Nov 2011 (2 years 10 months)
Pioneered the integration of Information Communication Technology (ICT) and digital traceability tracking inside regional farming zones. Directed the successful operational setup of community-led Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to boost micro-agri trade.
Software Faculty
IT.COM Institute of IT & Management, Agra
Jun 2009 - Jun 2010 (1 year)
Taught software courses at an IT institute.
Assistant (Farms)
Pacl India Limited
Dec 2008 - Jun 2009 (6 months)
Assisted in farm operations at a farms division.
Sales Executive
Aasma Agri Bio Tech Industries
Sep 2007 - Nov 2008 (1 year 2 months)
Worked as a sales executive in the agri-biotech industry.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
MANAGE – National Institute of Agricultural Extension Management
Refresher Specialization, Value Addition in Agri-Produce
Completed refresher specialization in Value Addition in Agri-Produce.
Jiwaji University
Bachelor of Education, Education
Completed Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.).
NCVT, Ministry of Labour and Employment, Government of India
National Certificate in Modular Employable Skills (ICT Module), ICT
Earned National Certificate in Modular Employable Skills (ICT Module).
The Global Open University
M.Phil., Horticulture
Grade: 73%
Completed M.Phil. in Horticulture with a score of 73%.
Ministry of Agriculture, Govt. of India / MANAGE
Agri-Clinic & Agri-Business Management (ACABC) Graduate, Agri-Business Management
Completed Agri-Clinic & Agri-Business Management (ACABC) Graduate certification.
Department of Horticulture & Food Processing, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh
Food Preservation & Processing Certification, Food Preservation & Processing
Completed Food Preservation & Processing Certification.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
M.Sc., Horticulture
Grade: 60.12%
Completed M.Sc. in Horticulture with a score of 60.12%. Thesis on the effect of Nitrogen and Zinc on growth and flowering of Pot-Marigold.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University
B.Sc., Agriculture
Grade: 67.5%
Completed B.Sc. in Agriculture with a score of 67.5%.
1 UP Bn NCC Agra, Ministry of Defence, Govt. of India
NCC 'B' Certificate (Army Wing), National Cadet Corps
Earned National Cadet Corps (NCC) 'B' Certificate (Army Wing).
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
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Salary expectations
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