Dr. Abdullah Al Mahmud (Ph.D.) is a distinguished Agricultural Specialist with extensive expertise in soil science, sustainable agriculture, and climate-smart farming practices. He currently serves as an Agricultural Specialist at the Sustainable Agricultural Research and Development Center and holds a government position in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Dr. Mahmud earned his Ph.D. in Soil Science from Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) in 2021, where his research focused on the biofortification of zinc and iron in cereals through innovative fertilizer application and variety selection methods. Prior to his doctorate, he obtained an M.S. in Environmental Science (2011) and a B.Sc. in Agriculture (2010) from BAU and Patuakhali Science and Technology University, respectively. With over 14 years of professional experience, Dr. Mahmud has contributed to various prestigious roles, including Research Field Operations Lead at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST), Senior Arborist for the Green Riyadh Program, and Soil Scientist in IFDC-USAID projects. His expertise encompasses soil fertility management, plant nutrition optimization, greenhouse gas mitigation strategies, and sustainable crop production techniques. His research interests span efficient fertilizer technologies, micronutrient biofortification, and climate-resilient agricultural practices.
Sustainable Agricultural Research and Development Center
Riyadh, Ar Riyāḑ, Saudi Arabia
R&D
Research or Laboratory Scientist
Sustainable Agricultural Research and Development Center, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01 May 2025 - present
Manager
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
01 Sep 2023 - 01 Jan 2025
Research or Laboratory Scientist
Dorsch KSA, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
01 Jul 2021 - 01 Aug 2023
Research or Laboratory Scientist
International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC), Dhaka, Bangladesh
01 Nov 2011 - 01 Jul 2021