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Hire Dr. Canon Norris Savala E.

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Freelance 20+ years experienced Agronomist in climate-smart agriculture, nutrient Mgt for sustainable food systems

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Dr. Canon Norris Savala Engoke is an experienced agronomist and climate-smart agriculture specialist with expertise in plant nutrient management, adaptive research, and stakeholder capacity building. He has extensive experience in research and program management, focusing on soil fertility, regenerative agriculture, seed systems, and climate resilience. Experience & Skills • Over 20 years of experience in agricultural research, project management, and capacity building. • Expertise in soil health, nutrient management, sustainable cropping systems, and climate-smart agriculture. • Skilled in data analysis, monitoring & evaluation (MEAL), and policy advocacy for food security and environmental sustainability. • Strong leadership in research coordination, stakeholder engagement, and extension services. • Proficient in statistical analysis, GIS tools, and digital platforms for agricultural research. Research & Projects • Current Role: Senior Scientist, Agronomy Program at the African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI) and Coordinator of the Consortium for Precision Crop Nutrition (CPCN). o Leads research on precision nutrient management and soil health. o Oversees field trials and digital agronomy solutions for improved crop productivity. • Cognate Professor at the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, mentoring students and conducting research on soil science. • Past Research: o IITA (2013–2022): Led adaptive research on soil fertility, climate resilience, and seed systems. o Mozambique: Implemented sustainable intensification and mechanization projects for smallholder farmers. o Multiple Climate Action Initiatives: Developed climate adaptation strategies, greenhouse gas quantification, and soil carbon sequestration models. o Seed Systems Research: Managed early-generation seed production and agronomic evaluations for maize, legumes, and oilseeds. Education • PhD in Soil Science & Agronomy – North Carolina State University, USA. • MSc & BSc in Soil Science & Agriculture – University of Nairobi, Kenya. • Graduate Certificate in Environmental Studies – Arava Institute, Israel. Dr. Savala is a dedicated researcher and development expert, working to advance sustainable and climate-resilient agriculture through cutting-edge research, technology dissemination, and policy advocacy.

Subject Matter Expertise

• ★ Agronomy & Crop Science
• ★ Soil Science
• ☆ Agricultural Technology
• ☆ Data Analysis
• ☆ Earth & Atmospheric Science
• ☆ Climate Science

Services

• Writing
• Research
• Consulting
• Data & AI

Writing Technical Writing

Research User Research, Feasibility Study, Gray Literature Search

Consulting Business Strategy Consulting, Go-to-Market Strategy Consulting, Scientific and Technical Consulting, Manufacturing Consulting

Data & AI Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Cleaning, Data Processing

Work Experience

Senior Scientist

African Plant Nutrition Institute (APNI)

August 2023 - December 2030

Associate Scientist

International Institute of Tropical Agriculture

June 2016 - April 2022

Education

PhD Soil Science (Agronomy) (Soil Science)

North Carolina State University

January 2010 - May 2013

MSc Soil Science

University of Nairobi

September 1999 - December 2004

Certifications

• PhD Soil Science and Agronomy

  North Carolina State University

  May 2013 - Present

Publications

JOURNAL ARTICLE

Stephen Kyei-Boahen, Canon Engoke Norris Savala, Carlos Pedro Muananamuale, Carlos Malita, Alexander Nimo Wiredu, Amaral Machaculeha Chibeba, Patrick Elia, David Chikoye(2023). Symbiotic effectiveness of Bradyrhizobium strains on soybean growth and productivity in Northern Mozambique . Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. 6. Frontiers Media {SA}

Canon Engoke Norris Savala, Alexander Nimo Wiredu, David Chikoye, Stephen Kyei-Boahen(2022). Prospects and Potential of Bradyrhizobium diazoefficiens Based Bio-Inoculants on Soybean Production in Different Agro-Ecologies of Mozambique . Frontiers in Sustainable Food Systems. 6. Frontiers Media {SA}

Chariss Chaban Kambiri Kazuru, Samuel Nito Miguel Mussava, Belarmino Amadeu Faive Divage, Salva Inacio Somueque, Marques Cachisso Bambo Donça, Sergio Canjor Silva Nacodoa, Antonio Chamuene, Stephen Boahen, Canon Norris Engoke Savala, César Pedro, et al.(2022). Ceitabilidade de tecnologia de semeadora manual de leguminosas em produtores de Feijão Nhemba no distrito de Mogovolas / Acceptability of legume seeder technology Among Cowpea producers in Mogovolas district . Brazilian Journal of Development. 8. (2). p. 9382--9401. South Florida Publishing {LLC}

C. E. N. Savala, A. N. Wiredu, J. O. Okoth, S. Kyei-Boahen (2021). Inoculant, nitrogen and phosphorus improves photosynthesis and water-use efficiency in soybean production . The Journal of Agricultural Science.

Canon Norris Savala Engoke, Alexander Nimo Wiredu, J. O. Okoth, S. Kyei-Boahen(2021). Inoculant, nitrogen and phosphorus improves photosynthesis and water-use efficiency in soybean production . The Journal of Agricultural Science. 159. (5-6). p. 349--362. Cambridge University Press ({CUP})

Alexander Nimo Wiredu, Julius Manda, Shiferaw Feleke, Bright Owusu Asante, Canon Engoke Savala, Stephen Kyei-Boahen, Victor Manyong, Arega Alene(2021). Impacts of Quality Seeds of Improved Legume Varieties on Incomes and Poverty in Mozambique: An Ordered Choice Endogenous Switching Regression Analysis . International Association of Agricultural Economists. Unknown

Canon Engoke Norris Savala, Stephen Kyei-Boahen(2020). Potential of Inoculant and Phosphorus Application on Soybean Production in Mozambique . Universal Journal of Agricultural Research. 8. (2). p. 46--57. Horizon Research Publishing Co., Ltd.

Stephen Kyei-Boahen, Canon E. N. Savala, David Chikoye, Robert Abaidoo(2017). Growth and Yield Responses of Cowpea to Inoculation and Phosphorus Fertilization in Different Environments . Frontiers in Plant Science. 8. Frontiers Media {SA}

Paul L. Woomer, Canon Norris Savala, Celister Kaleha, Moses Chamwada(2016). Characterization of Small-scale Farming Systems in West Kenya and Opportunities for Their Improvement . Universal Journal of Agricultural Research. 4. (4). p. 109--120. Horizon Research Publishing Co., Ltd.

Canon E. N. Savala, Carl R. Crozier, T. Jot Smyth(2016). Poultry Manure Nitrogen Availability Influences Winter Wheat Yield and Yield Components . Agronomy Journal. 108. (2). p. 864--872. Wiley

BOOK CHAPTER

Canon Norris Savala Engoke (2022). Inoculant Formulation and Application Determine Nitrogen Availability and Water Use Efficiency in Soybean Production . Recent Advances in Research and Applications.

NEWSLETTER ARTICLE

Boahen, S., Wiredu A. N., Malita C. and Savala C.E.N. 2022. SEMEAR: Was It Worth the Investment? Agrilinks. http://agrilinks.org/post/semear-was-it-worth-investment .

Boahen, S., Wiredu A. N., Malita C. and Savala C.E.N. 2022. Empowering Female Farmers to Close the Gender Yield Gap. Agrilinks. https://www.agrilinks.org/post/empowering-female-farmers-close-gender-yield-gap .

ONLINE RESOURCE

Savala, C.E.N. and Kyei-Boahen, S. 2020. Soybean Variety Evaluation for Integration into the Cropping Systems. https://repo.mel.cgiar.org/handle/20.500.11766/11037 .

BOOK

Savala, C.E.N., Omare, M.N. and Woomer, P.L. (eds.). 2003. Organic Resource Management in Kenya: Perspectives and Guidelines. FORMAT, Nairobi, Kenya. 184 pp.