TAFADZWA MUTANHO
Agronomist
Harare
Summary
Agronomist and Quality Assurance professional with over five years of experience supporting crop production systems, farmer training, climate-smart agriculture, and quality compliance across horticultural value chains. Strong background in field-based extension, SOP development, audits, and stakeholder collaboration.
Knowledgeable Quality Assurance Manager with solid background in ensuring product quality and process improvement. Successfully led cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and meet compliance standards. Demonstrated expertise in root cause analysis and corrective actions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Assurance Manager
Matanuska Distribution Ltd
08.2025 - Current
- Provide agronomic and quality oversight across farms and packhouses producing export bananas.
- Conduct field, nursery, hygiene, irrigation, and post-harvest audits.
- Develop SOPs, training materials, and farmer-friendly checklists.
- Train and supervise field and QA teams to ensure compliance with climate and market requirements.
Quality Controller
Matanuska Distribution Ltd
04.2022 - 07.2025
- Supported farmers and packhouse teams on quality standards and crop handling.
- Monitored cold chain management and hygiene compliance.
- Prepared daily and weekly quality and field performance reports.
Cofounder & Agronomist
Eagro
09.2020 - 03.2022
- Provided agronomic advisory services and fertilizer programs to farmers.
- Installed drip irrigation systems and supported crop production planning.
Agronomist Intern
Nhimbe Fresh Exports Farm
01.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted in crop production, irrigation scheduling, and packhouse operations.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Agronomy
University of Zimbabwe
01.2021
Skills
Agronomy & Crop Production (soil fertility, irrigation, nurseries, post-harvest handling)
Climate-Smart Agriculture & Agroecological Practices
Farmer Training & Capacity Building
Quality Assurance (GlobalGAP, HACCP)
SOP Development, Checklists & Field Audits
Reporting, Documentation & ICT Skills
Certification
Child Safeguarding Certificate – UNICEF
Timeline
Quality Assurance Manager
Matanuska Distribution Ltd
08.2025 - Current
Quality Controller
Matanuska Distribution Ltd
04.2022 - 07.2025
Cofounder & Agronomist
Eagro
09.2020 - 03.2022
Agronomist Intern
Nhimbe Fresh Exports Farm
01.2020 - 08.2020
BSc (Hons) - Agronomy
University of Zimbabwe