Dr. Kwame Asante

Agronomist & Sustainability Specialist

About Me

Agronomist and environmental scientist with 11+ years in field research, regenerative agriculture and climate-smart programmes. Works with farmers, NGOs and agribusiness to raise yields while restoring soil, water and biodiversity.

Work Experience

Senior Agronomist & Sustainability LeadJan 2020 - Present
GreenRoots Agri · City, Country
  • Raised average maize yields by 32% using conservation tillage and cover crops.
  • Measured 48,000 t of CO₂e of soil-carbon gains, verified under the programme standard.
  • Trained 140 field officers in integrated pest management.
Research Scientist - Soil HealthAug 2015 - Dec 2019
National Agricultural Research Institute · City, Country
  • Led 18 on-farm trials across 3 agro-ecological zones.
  • Developed fertiliser recommendations adopted in 4 districts.
Field OfficerJun 2013 - Jul 2015
Farmers First NGO · City, Country
  • Supported 900 farmers with agronomy advice and market access.

Field Projects & Research

Regenerative Sourcing Programme6,000 farmers · 2020–present

Cover crops, agroforestry and soil testing, with verified carbon gains.

Paper: Cover crops and soil carbonField Crops Research · 2021

Multi-site study showing 0.6 t C/ha/yr gains over 5 years.