CALVINCE ORAGE

Mr. CALVINCE ORAGE

IITA, Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya
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Biography

I am an agricultural and environmental research specialist with over seven years of experience in crop protection, plant pathology, soil health, nematology, and climate-smart agriculture. My work focuses on developing sustainable, evidence-based solutions to agricultural and environmental challenges, particularly the management of plant-parasitic nematodes and improving soil health. I am passionate about scientific research, innovation, collaboration, and translating research into practical solutions that strengthen food security and climate resilience. My long-term mission is to contribute to sustainable agriculture through impactful research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and knowledge exchange. PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES Memberships & Invited Roles Member, Pan African Nematology Network (PANEMA) (2022 – Present) Member, Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK) (2019 – Present) Invited Expert & Scientific Presenter, Pan African Nematology Network (PANEMA) 1st Workshop, Eldoret, Kenya (Feb 2022) Invited Delegate, Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK) 21st Workshop, Murang’a, Kenya (Nov 2021) Invited Delegate, Horticultural Association of Kenya (HAK) 19th Workshop, Kericho, Kenya (Nov 2019) Voluntary Service & Community Outreach Community & Farmer Capacity Building, Conducted pro-bono technical training workshops on climate-smart agriculture, soil organic carbon awareness, and sustainable potato cyst nematode (PCN) management for smallholder farming communities.

Affiliations

IITA

Nairobi, Nairobi City, Kenya

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Experience

Graduate Student or Post Graduate

University of Nairobi, Nairobi, Kenya

03 Aug 2020 - 15 Dec 2023