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MEHMET FATİH TOLGA

MEHMET FATİH TOLGA

Narlıdere, İzmir,

Summary

Mehmet Fatih Tolga, an Agricultural Engineer with over 14 years of experience in both public and private sectors, specializing in product development. Career has evolved through research, project management, field applications, and international representation. I have conducted hundreds of field and lab trials, supported by analytical tools such as ARM, Stat Mart, R, SPSS, and JMP. Management scientific and operational processes with skills in project planning, budgeting, risk analysis, and stakeholder coordination. Also have experience in team leadership, mentoring, and performance evaluation. With 25 peer-reviewed articles, 4 book chapters, and 5 industry publications, actively contribute to the academic community. I’ve served on scientific congress committees, spoken at national and international conferences, and reviewed for multiple journals. One of proudest achievements was leading a 30-person team in a pioneering project in Türkiye, which was accepted by the IPPC. Biology professional with robust background in research and data analysis. Known for collaborative teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments, consistently delivering reliable results. Skilled in product development, data interpretation, and maintaining high standards of work. Contribute to the sustainable future of agriculture through knowledge, experience, and passion. My goal is to enhance my experience by taking on team and project leadership roles within a large organization.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Principal Biologist & Field Scientist

Corteva Turkey Agriculture Inc.
09.2022 - Current
  • Managing early-stage insecticide projects
  • Conducting registration-based insecticide trials
  • Coordinating with CROs
  • Budget planning
  • Organizing and delivering trainings and presentations
  • Process management between company and Ministry of Agriculture
  • Analyzed biological data to support product development and regulatory compliance.
  • Developed research protocols to optimize agricultural practices.
  • Maintained high-quality records of experiments, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference and analysis.
  • Achieved over 100% performance in 2023 and 2024, earning multiple awards

Researcher

Oyak Biotechnology Inc.
12.2020 - 09.2022
  • Technical and product development management
  • Key account management
  • Marketing and sales leadership
  • Regulatory affairs management
  • Team leadership
  • Project coordination across Oyak Agriculture & Livestock Group
  • Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry communication

Technical and Product Development Manager

Astranova Agriculture & Trade Inc.
09.2019 - 12.2020
  • Managing technical department teams
  • Conducting biological efficacy trials for insecticides, fungicides, herbicides, bio-pesticides, traps, pheromones, and microbial fertilizers
  • Leading registration-based projects
  • Government and research institute relations
  • Providing technical training and presentations

Laboratory Supervisor

Bornova Plant Protection Research Institute (Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry)
03.2011 - 09.2019
  • Member of Plant Protection Products Registration Commission
  • Laboratory supervisor
  • Project leader
  • Regional coordinator for integrated pest management (Mediterranean fruit fly, apple, citrus, pomegranate)
  • National coordinator for almond IPM
  • Training coordinator (pheromones, quarantine pests, pest-free area)
  • Represented Turkey in international meetings (Croatia, Romania, Adana)

Education

Ph.D. -

Ege University
İzmir
2018

M.Sc. -

Ankara University
Ankara
2010

M.Sc. - Plant Pathology

University of Natural Resources And Life Sciences
Vienna
2008

B.Sc. -

Gaziosmanpaşa University
Tokat
2006

Skills

  • Project Management: Planning, budgeting, risk analysis, stakeholder coordination
  • Team Leadership: Coordination, mentoring, performance evaluation, task distribution
  • Technical Expertise: Trial protocol design, data analysis (ARM, Stat Mart, R, SPSS, JMP), field and lab experience
  • Collaboration: Cross-functional teamwork with global roles, regulatory, marketing, commercial, technical teams, government institutions, universities, and third-party companies
  • Training Experience: Ministry of Agriculture training coordinator, Entomology lecturer at Muğla University, statistical training for team members
  • Deep understanding of pesticides, microbial bio-stimulants, pheromone and traps Allows detailed approach and management

Additional Information

Married

Languages

Turkish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
German
Elementary

Timeline

Principal Biologist & Field Scientist

Corteva Turkey Agriculture Inc.
09.2022 - Current

Researcher

Oyak Biotechnology Inc.
12.2020 - 09.2022

Technical and Product Development Manager

Astranova Agriculture & Trade Inc.
09.2019 - 12.2020

Laboratory Supervisor

Bornova Plant Protection Research Institute (Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry)
03.2011 - 09.2019

Ph.D. -

Ege University

M.Sc. -

Ankara University

M.Sc. - Plant Pathology

University of Natural Resources And Life Sciences

B.Sc. -

Gaziosmanpaşa University
MEHMET FATİH TOLGA