Hi, I’m
NEIL A. MAGBANUA
SENIOR FARM OFFICER
Puerto Princesa City
Summary
Dedicated and results-driven Agribusiness professional with a proven track record of advancement at Lionheart Farms (Philippines) Corporation Inc., progressing from Farm Supervisor to Senior Farm Officer. Combines hands-on supervisory experience in crop management and sustainable farming with strategic oversight of large-scale farm operations, resource allocation, and workforce management. Adept at driving yield optimization, implementing strict quality control protocols, and leading diverse teams to meet stringent production targets in a fast-paced corporate agricultural environment.
Overview
2
Languages
14
Certifications
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Lionheart Farms (Philippines) CorporationRizal, Palawan
SENIOR FARM OFFICER
10.2019 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Strategic Farm Management Planning: Formulate, execute, and monitor long-term agricultural master plans and production calendars for multi-hectare hybrid coconut palm divisions, maximizing yield while minimizing environmental footprints.
- Regenerative Agriculture Leadership: Spearhead the application of sustainable farming protocols (such as Natural Farming), overseeing the onsite creation and scaling of bio-organic inputs, bio-fertilizers, and biopesticides.
- Operational Oversight: Lead specialized, cross-functional field teams across various farm sectors, managing day-to-day operations from nursery growth to sap harvesting for value-added processing (syrops, aminos, beverages).
- Compliance & Global Quality Standards: Align field practices with international certification metrics, successfully preparing operations for strict EU, USDA Organic, and BRCGS food safety audits.
- Community & Stakeholder Relations: Act as a key liaison to host communities and Indigenous Peoples; integrate traditional community dialogue structures into organizational operations to empower local workers and secure inclusive growth.
- Data-Driven Optimization: Conduct routine soil, water, and crop health assessments, translating field data into actionable resource allocations, risk mitigation steps, and micro-economic development plans.
Lionheart Farms (Philippines) CorporationRizal, Palawan
FARM SUPERVISOR
08.2016 - 10.2019
Job overview
- Team Leadership & Safety: Supervising field crews, scheduling labor, and ensuring strict compliance with agricultural safety standards.
- Botanical & Nursery Operations: Managing greenhouse environments, plant propagation, soil health, and inventory tracking for diverse species.
- Landscaping Project Management: Overseeing site preparation, hardscape/softscape installation, and long-term estate or garden maintenance.
- Resource & Equipment Management: Controlling operational budgets, sourcing materials, and supervising the maintenance of heavy machinery and irrigation networks.
Education
Palawan State University (PSU)Quezon, Palawan, Philippines
Bachelor of Science from Agriculture (BSA)
01-2016
University Overview
College
Candawaga National High School (CNHS)Candawaga, Rizal, Philippines
01-2012
University Overview
High School
Culasian, Elementary School (New)Culasian, Rizal, Philippines
01-2006
University Overview
Elementary
Skills
Adaptability
Team Player
Flexibility
Leadership
Ability to work independently
Proficient in computer operation: Microsoft Word and Excel for Record keeping
Physically fit to handle repetitive tasks
8 years of experience in farm operation management
knowledgeable in making Bio-organic fertilizer (BOF) and Organic liquid fertilizer
Experienced in handles/managed 2 farms with 710 hectares total size including 165 workers, 9 Farm Supervisors and 2 Farm Technicians
Certification
Food Fraud Vulnerability Assessment Critical Control Point (VACCP) Training Course (February 18, 2023)
PERSONAL DATA
PERSONAL DATA
- Age : 32
- Place of Birth : Quinlogan, Quezon, Palawan, Philippines
Timeline
SENIOR FARM OFFICER
Lionheart Farms (Philippines) Corporation
10.2019 - 09.2024
FARM SUPERVISOR
Lionheart Farms (Philippines) Corporation
08.2016 - 10.2019
Culasian, Elementary School (New)
Candawaga National High School (CNHS)
Palawan State University (PSU)
Bachelor of Science from Agriculture (BSA)