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GeneralManager
Surya Rao Adapa

Surya Rao Adapa

Ndola

Summary

Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Lake Agro Industries Limited and previous vast experience adept in budget management and financial forecasting. Successfully developed extensive irrigation systems and cultivated strong client relationships, driving over 7000 Mt of annual grain production. Recognized for enhancing team performance and implementing innovative agricultural practices for sustainable growth.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Lake Agro Industries Limited, Serenje, Zambia
01.2019 - Current
  • Aquired 5000 ha of land in Luombwa area, Chitambo district, Central Province, Zambia.
  • In Phase 1 developed 800 ha with irrigation scheme for Wheat, Maize and Soybeans.
  • Currently farm producing over 7000 Mt of grains annually.
  • Have been built 4000m3 pumping scheme along with 16km of pipeline.
  • Installed 2.3MW Diesel generators for irrigation, workshop, storage and domestic purpose.
  • 50,000m3 capacity reservoir was built.
  • Currently developing 17000 ha of land for Grain and Livestock project in Ngabwe district of Central Province in Zambia.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget development, forecasting, and financial reporting processes to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.

Farm Manager

Mansa Sugar Limited.
01.2015 - 11.2018
  • Aquired 7000 ha of land in Chembe district of Luapula Province, Zambia for greenfield Sugar plant.
  • In phase 1 cleared 700 ha and installed Center Pivot irrigation system.
  • Procured Tissue culture seedlings from South Africa and started seed propagation program.
  • In phase 2 developed irrigatrd 3000ha of Sugarcane estate from own seed propagation program.
  • Developed 150 ha of Furrow irrigation Sugarcane plantation.
  • Have been built a 0.25million m3 micro dam for supporting Furrow irrigation scheme.
  • 3500mtrs of canals were constructed.
  • Built 4MW power line.
  • Built and operate of 22,000m3 /ha capacity pumping stations.
  • Contributed in erection of 1500TCD Sugar mill and 4 MW power plant.
  • Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
  • Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.

Farm Manager

Global Plantations Limited.
01.2013 - 12.2014

Aquired 5000 ha of virgin land in Lufwanyama district of Copperbelt Province in Zambia.

iIn 2013 started bushclearing and land development.

Developed 2800 ha of land for crops such as Wheat, Maize and Soya.

Installed 950 ha of Center Pivot irrigation system and planted Soybeans in summer and Wheat as winter crop in phase 1.

In phase 2 planted 2800 of Soybeans as Summer crop and 950 ha of Wheat in Winter.

General Manager

NSNRI Limited.
03.2011 - 12.2012

Aquired 100 ha of virgin land near Ndola, Zambia in 2011.

Started bush clearing and land preparation operations in September 2011.

Construction of pump house, erection of pipe line and built reservoirs.

Installing sprinkler irrigation, designed and established Furrow irrigation system.

Cultivated cash crops such as Onion, Tomatoes, Potatoes and Ginger

Managed a diverse team of professionals.

Developed and implemented strategies to increase farm productivity and profitability.

Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.

Farm Manager

NBR Agro, Toorangi, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India
03.2003 - 12.2010

Established 80 acre Lemongrass Plantation at Kusumi and Konga villages of Koraput district, Odisa.

Installation of Irrigation system.

Erection and operating essential oil extractor.

Handling day to day farming operations such as seedlings preparation, planting, weeding, pest and disease management and Nutritional programs.

Harvesting, handling and oil extraction, storage and sales.

Asst. Manager

Sarvani Enterprises, Ambativari Thota, Samalkot, Andhra Pradesh, India
10.1993 - 02.2002

Handling factory owned Cassava plantation.

Preparing stem cuttings for planting, procurement of crop inputs, planting operations and preparing stock books and day to day wage statements.

Dealing with "outgrowers" and suppliers of Cassava for quality and constant supply.

Handling storage of Raw materials and end products.

Education

VT College - Bachelor of Commerce

Andhra University
Rajahmundry
06.1991

Intermediate - CEC

Board of Intermediate Education
Andalamma Junior College
05.1988

10th Standard - SSC

Secondary School Certificate
Yeleswaram
06.1986

Skills

  • Construction of Roads, buildings
  • Construction of pumping scheme
  • Budget management
  • Financial forecasting

Timeline

General Manager

Lake Agro Industries Limited, Serenje, Zambia
01.2019 - Current

Farm Manager

Mansa Sugar Limited.
01.2015 - 11.2018

Farm Manager

Global Plantations Limited.
01.2013 - 12.2014

General Manager

NSNRI Limited.
03.2011 - 12.2012

Farm Manager

NBR Agro, Toorangi, Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh, India
03.2003 - 12.2010

Asst. Manager

Sarvani Enterprises, Ambativari Thota, Samalkot, Andhra Pradesh, India
10.1993 - 02.2002

VT College - Bachelor of Commerce

Andhra University

Intermediate - CEC

Board of Intermediate Education

10th Standard - SSC

Secondary School Certificate
Surya Rao Adapa