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SEMINARS, TRAININGS, COURSES & CONFERENCES
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Mohamed Mursal İbrahim

Mohamed Mursal İbrahim

Dr. Agronomist – Plant Breeding, Genetics, And Biotechnology
Eskişehir,26

Summary

  • Motivated agricultural professional with over eight and a half years of practical and research-based experience in agricultural sciences.
  • Demonstrates expertise in field crop production, plant breeding, irrigation systems, precision agriculture, and sustainable farming practices. Skilled in plant biotechnology techniques, including Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing, experimental design, plant mineral nutrition, greenhouse and field research, integrated pest management, and crop monitoring.
  • Proven ability in scientific research design, data analysis, laboratory work, reporting, and capacity-building initiatives, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality research and technical services in compliance with institutional policies, ethical standards, and dynamic research environments.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages

Work History

PhD Researcher Plant Breeding Genetics &Biotechnol

Eskişehir Osmangazi University & Eskişehir Gateway Zone Agricultural Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Turkiye
01.2025 - Current
  • The dissertation focuses on wheat production and rust-resistant varieties, and maize production under drought and salinity stress.
  • Skilled in plant biotechnology techniques, including Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing.
  • Research conducted in collaboration with Eskişehir Gateway Zone Agricultural Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Eskişehir.

Agricultural Lecturer and Researcher

Salaam University , Zamzam University of Science and Technology and Mogadishu University.
11.2024 - 12.2025
  • Delivered lectures and practical training in agronomic crop production, plant biotechnology, plant diseases and pathology, and agricultural entomology at Salaam University and leading agrarian universities in Somalia, including Zamzam University of Science and Technology and Mogadishu University.
  • Supervised field and laboratory experiments, crop trials, and integrated pest and disease management studies, enhancing student learning and applied agricultural research skills.
  • Skilled in plant biotechnology techniques, including Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) and DNA sequencing, applied in both teaching and research.

Agricultural Researcher- Agronomic Crop Production

Erciyes University, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences, Kayseri
11.2021 - 12.2024
  • Conducted stress physiology research on salinity, drought, and temperature extremes.
  • Managed crop production trials for wheat, maize, sunflower, sorghum, and safflower.
  • Performed soil fertility management and nutrient optimization with emphasis on organic inputs.
  • Designed experiments, collected data, and applied advanced statistical analyses.
  • Conducted oil extraction, protein analysis, and medicinal compound extraction.
  • Prepared scientific reports and published research findings.

Researcher – Agronomy, Plant Breeding & Postharves

Eskişehir Gateway Zone Agricultural Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
09.2021 - 09.2022
  • Performed plant breeding activities, including hybridization, tissue culture, and mutation breeding.
  • Applied sprinkler and drip irrigation systems.
  • Conducted postharvest seed processing and storage management.
  • Utilized plant biotechnology tools, including DNA markers and molecular techniques.
  • Implemented sustainable agriculture practices to reduce environmental impacts.

Director of Field Crops and Plant Protection

IHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation, Mogadishu
05.2019 - 08.2021
  • Led strategic planning and implementation of crop research projects.
  • Supervised staff, managed budgets, and prepared technical and financial reports.
  • Coordinated training programs in drip irrigation, plant protection, and sustainable farming.
  • Consulted with agricultural experts and evaluated training outcomes.

Horticulture and Field Crop Sciences Researcher

Zamzam University of Science and Technology and Zamzam Foundation, Mogadishu, Somali
02.2016 - 07.2021
  • Conducted crop and soil management research.
  • Delivered practical training in cereals, oil crops, vegetables, greenhouse management, and irrigation.
  • Collaborated with farmers, researchers, and development organizations.
  • Provided technical input for agricultural policy and extension programs.


Education

Ph.D. - PhD (Ongoing)-Plant Biotechnology

Eskişehir Osmangazi University
Eskişehir, Turkey
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Field Crop Science

Erciyes University
Kayseri, Turkey
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science And Technology

Zamzam University of Science And Technology
Mogadishu, Somali
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Shabelle Agriculture Primary And Secondary School
Jowhar,Somali
04.2001 -

Skills

Agricultural Research & Experimental Design

SEMINARS, TRAININGS, COURSES & CONFERENCES

SEMINARS, TRAININGS, COURSES & CONFERENCES


SEMINARS, TRAININGS and COURSES 


Sep 19th–20th Dec 2023. Crop Monitoring and Yield Estimates from Space – Wageningen University & University of Twente( Four Months).


Sep 19th–20th Dec 2023. Crop Monitoring and Yield Estimates from Space – Wageningen University & University of Twente( Four Months).


Aug 21st–19th Dec 2023. Training on Academic Writing Skills – The World Bank (Four Months).


June 22nd–15th Nov 2023. Training on Advanced Statistics and Experimental Design – The World Bank ( 4 Months).


May 2021 – Dec 2023. Agronomy, Plant Breeding, Crop Nutrition, and Post-Harvest Technology – Eskişehir Transitional Zone Agricultural Research Institute, Turkish Ministry of Agriculture ( 2 years ).


Feb 22nd–15th May 2023.  International Trade – Kayseri International Student Association( Four Months).

Feb 28th–29th Feb 2020.  Beekeeping Practical Training – Benaidr University of Agricultural Student Association(2 days).


Dec 2019 – Feb 2020.  Research Methodology + SSP Courses – Caamir Center for Research and Training (CRT), Somalia(3 Months).


July 2016 - Jun 2020. Four years for an Agricultural engineer, Vegetables, Field Crops, and the installation of Drip and sprinkler Irrigation( 4 years).


Feb 2015 - Nov 2019. Four-year Training Program in Vegetable and Drip Irrigation, both Greenhouse and Open Field in Practices at Zamzam University of Science and Technology, Mogadishu. ( 4 years).


Jan 22nd–24th Jan 2019. Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) – Zamzam University of Science and Technology( 3 days )


Apr 23rd–25th Apr 2019. Land Tenure and Land Conflicts in Somalia – Jazeera University( 3 days).


May 24th–25th May 2018. Tropical Diseases, Extraction and Identification of Plant Parasites (PPN)– Zamzam University of Science and Technology (2days).


Jul 2017 - Dec 2018 Diploma of Qualified English Language, AL-IMRA Education Institute of Languages and Scientific Subjects, Mogadishu ( 1 year).


Dec 17th – 18th 2017.  Agricultural Epidemic Diseases in Somalia – Somali Agricultural Enrichment Association (S.A.E.A.) ( 2 days ).


Aug 2015 - Jul 2016. Diploma of Computer Software and Hardware, Plazma University Center for Professional Development, Mogadishu( 1 year).


Oct 2012 – Jan 2013 Agricultural Training Seminars – IHH & Turkish Cooperation and Coordination Agency (TIKA)( 3 Months)


CONFERENCES


  • Evaluation of Introduced Maize Varieties Under the Tropical Agro-Ecosystem Environment of Mogadishu, Somalia.
  • The involvement of extension and innovation strategies in sustainable agriculture in Somalia.
  • The Effects Of Salınıty Stress On Growth, Yıeld, And Qualıty Traıts Of Safflower (Carthamus Tinctorius L.) Cultıvars.
  • A Comprehensive Overview of Challenges and Prospects in Large‑Scale Rice Production Among Farmers in Jawhar, Middle Shabelle, Somalia.



Publications

  • Evaluation of Introduced Maize Varieties Under the Tropical Agroecosystem Environment of Mogadishu, Somalia.
  • A Comprehensive Overview of Challenges and Prospects in Large‑Scale Rice Production Among Farmers in Jawhar, Middle Shabelle, Somalia.
  • The involvement of extension and innovation strategies in sustainable agriculture in Somalia.
  • The Effects Of Salinity Stress On Growth, Yield, And Quality Traits Of Safflower ( Carthamus Tinctorius L.) Cultivars.
  • A Comparison of Growth and Yield Production of Three Turkish Sunflower Varieties in Mogadishu, Somalia.
  • Evaluation of Introduced Wheat Varieties Under the Tropical Agro-Ecosystem Environment of Mogadishu, Somalia.
  • Analysis of Climate Change Impacts on Food Security in Somalia.
  • Harnessing Nanotechnology for Precision Agricultural Advancements.
  • Biodiversity and Utilization Patterns of Medicinal and Aromatic Plants in Africa.
  • Antioxidants and Phytochemical Profiles in Medicinal Plants: Unraveling Molecular Mechanisms.

İnterests

  • Agricultural research
  • Plant breeding and pathology
  • Agricultural extension
  • Academic writing
  • Teaching, presentation skills
  • Language learning
  • Reading, and swimming

References

Name:-Dr. Mohamed Sheikh Mohamud Yusuf

Title :-  Minister of Agriculture and İrrigation, Hirshabelle State, Somalia

Phone:- (+252) 612805484

Email:-Minister@moa.hs.so


Name:- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Savaş Belen

Title:-Director, Eskişehir Gateway Agricultural Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry

Phone:- (+90) 5358623786

Email:- savas.belen@tarimorman.gov.tr./savasbelen@gmail.com



Name:-Mr Mohamed Abukar Zubeyr

Title:-Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Somalia to the Russian Federation

Phone:- (+252) 619997734

Email:- m.a.zubeyr@gmail.com


Timeline

PhD Researcher Plant Breeding Genetics &Biotechnol

Eskişehir Osmangazi University & Eskişehir Gateway Zone Agricultural Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, Turkiye
01.2025 - Current

Agricultural Lecturer and Researcher

Salaam University , Zamzam University of Science and Technology and Mogadishu University.
11.2024 - 12.2025

Agricultural Researcher- Agronomic Crop Production

Erciyes University, Graduate School of Natural and Applied Sciences, Kayseri
11.2021 - 12.2024

Researcher – Agronomy, Plant Breeding & Postharves

Eskişehir Gateway Zone Agricultural Research Institute, Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry
09.2021 - 09.2022

Director of Field Crops and Plant Protection

IHH Humanitarian Relief Foundation, Mogadishu
05.2019 - 08.2021

Horticulture and Field Crop Sciences Researcher

Zamzam University of Science and Technology and Zamzam Foundation, Mogadishu, Somali
02.2016 - 07.2021

Ph.D. - PhD (Ongoing)-Plant Biotechnology

Eskişehir Osmangazi University
04.2001 -

Master of Science - Field Crop Science

Erciyes University
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science And Technology

Zamzam University of Science And Technology
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Shabelle Agriculture Primary And Secondary School
04.2001 -
Mohamed Mursal İbrahimDr. Agronomist – Plant Breeding, Genetics, And Biotechnology