Shaikh Zayed University
Agriculture , Plant protection
Sep 2022 – Jul 2026
B.Sc in Plant Protection Sheikh Zayed University, Faculty of Agriculture, Department of Plant Protection,Khost, Afghanistan 2022 – 2026
Personal profile
Barkatullah Samim
Plant Protection Specialist
motivated and dedicated Plant Protection graduate with a Bachelor’s degree from Shaikh Zayed University and practical academic experience in crop protection, pest identification, field monitoring, insect pest management, and pesticide application. Experienced in agricultural field research and data collection, with research experience evaluating chemical insecticides for the control of onion thrips. Also gained valuable community-based field experience through service as a Polio Volunteer with WHO/PEMT, developing strong communication, teamwork, community engagement, and field coordination skills.
Career
Experience
Plant Protection & Community Field Experience Sheikh Zayed University, Faculty of Agriculture & WHO/PEMT | Khost, Afghanistan | 2021–2026 · Shaikh Zayed university
Khost
- Plant Protection Research Project:
- Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Chemical Insecticides (Imidacloprid, Cypermethrin, and Deltamethrin) for the Control of Thrips on Onion in Khost Province.
- Conducted academic field research on the effectiveness of selected insecticides for controlling thrips on onion.
- Gained practical experience in pest identification, crop inspection, pest monitoring, and plant protection practices.
- Participated in insecticide application, field observations, sampling, and data collection.
- Developed practical knowledge of insect pest management, chemical control, and integrated pest management (IPM).
- Polio Volunteer – WHO/PEMT: Supported community-based polio vaccination activities and participated in field-level community engagement and awareness activities.
- Worked collaboratively with field teams and carried out assigned responsibilities during polio vaccination campaigns.
- Developed strong communication, teamwork, community mobilization, and field coordination skills through volunteer service.
Learning
Education
Zira Tarkha High School
Student
Mar 2021
Zira Tarkha High School,Paktia, Afghanistan Graduated: Grade: B
Khost Province Information and Culture Department – Youth Affairs Department
Administration and Management
Khost Province Information and Culture Department – Youth Affairs Department : One-month specialized program in Administration and Management 14 April 2026 – 15 May 2026
Open MOOC
English
English for Career Development – MOOC Open MOOC / Online Professional English Network (OPEN)U.S. Department of State Course: English for Career Development MOOC 2021
Toolkit
Skills
- Plant Protection & Crop Protection
- Insect Pest Identification & Management
- Pest Monitoring & Field Inspection
- Chemical Pest Control & Pesticide Application
- Integrated Pest Management (IPM)
- Agricultural Field Research & Data Collection
- Field Sampling & Observation
- Community Mobilization & Awareness
- Communication & Teamwork
- Field Coordination & Reporting
- Basic Administration & Management
- Research Documentation and Reporting
Languages
Languages
- Pashto Native or bilingual proficiency
- English Professional working proficiency
- DariElementary proficiency
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Contact
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