Dylan Warren Raffa

Dylan Warren Raffa has a diverse work experience in the field of agronomy and agriculture research. Dylan started their career as an Intern at Promotion of Production and Consumption of Olive Oil in Nepal, where they conducted market research and collaborated with stakeholders to assess the potential of olive oil production in Nepal. Dylan then worked as an Agricultural Consultant at Agrifolia Studio Associato before joining CATIE as an Intern, where they conducted surveys and investigated socio-economic aspects in coffee farming systems.

In 2013, Dylan worked as a Junior Researcher at Wageningen UR, where they analyzed the effects of crop residue management on soil fertility and crop production. Dylan'sfindings were published in Biomass and Bioenergy. Dylan also worked as an Associate Consultant at COSPE Onlus during the same year.

From 2014 to 2018, Dylan served as a Consultant in various divisions of FAO, including the Plant Production and Protection Division (AGP) and the Climate, Energy and Tenure Division (NRC). In these roles, they provided expertise in plant production and protection and contributed to climate and energy projects.

Dylan pursued their PhD at Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna from 2017 to 2021, where they conducted research in their field of expertise. After completing their PhD, they joined SmartCloudFarming as a Lead Agronomist in 2019, taking on a leadership role in the company's agronomy department.

In 2021, Dylan's career further progressed as they joined EIT - European Institute of Innovation and Technology as an Agronomist and trainer. Dylan also became a Researcher at CREA Ricerca, where they are currently engaged in research activities.

Overall, Dylan Warren Raffa has demonstrated a strong passion for agronomy and agriculture research throughout their career, with experiences ranging from field work and surveys to academia and consultancy.

Dylan Warren Raffa has a strong educational background in the field of agriculture and natural resource management. Dylan obtained their BSc degree in Agriculture Technology and Science Faculty from Università degli Studi della Tuscia, where they focused on cooperation and rural development. During their time at Università della Tuscia, Dylan also completed a certification in RSPP (Ergonomy and Work Safety).

After completing their undergraduate studies, Dylan went on to pursue a Master of Science (MS) degree in Plant Science at Wageningen University & Research. Dylan'sprimary field of study during their master's program was natural resource management in agriculture, with a minor in sustainable agriculture and agro-ecology.

In addition to their academic achievements, Dylan also holds a certification in IELTS (International English Language Testing System), which indicates their proficiency in the English language. The institution responsible for administering the IELTS certification for Dylan was the British Council in Rome.

Overall, Dylan Warren Raffa has acquired a solid educational foundation with a focus on sustainable agriculture, agro-ecology, and natural resource management in agriculture. Dylan'sexperiences at both Università degli Studi della Tuscia and Wageningen University & Research have prepared him well for a career in these fields.