Improving Agriculture with
Independent Producer Driven Research
OUR STAFF
Ahsan Rajper , PhD
Manager
Ahsan Rajper, with over 10 years of research experience and a PhD in Soil Science from the University of Alberta, specializes in soil health, carbon dynamics, greenhouse gas emissions, and sustainable farming practices. His doctoral research focused on drought and grazing effects on grassland ecosystems. Last year, as a Research Coordinator at ECRF, he led over 22 small plot research trials across a variety of crops and forages. Proficient in R, Python, and IBM SPSS, Ahsan excels in data analysis and project management. He has a strong record of securing funding, publishing peer-reviewed papers, and contributing to agricultural outreach initiatives. His expertise in soil microbial ecology and sustainable agriculture makes him a valuable asset in advancing agricultural research and environmental sustainability. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and playing the guitar.
Alexander Olson BSc
Field Coordinator
Alexander Olson has a passion for biology and an interest in the ecosystems of Central Alberta. He has worked for two seasons in variety, efficacy, and magnitude of residue trials in the Alberta parkland. For 7 years previously, Alex repaired and maintained an expansive variety of machines. Alex’s passion for biology blossomed at the Camrose Augustana campus of the University of Alberta where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. He grew up in the Camrose County which was also instrumental in his growing interest in agriculture. Alex lives in Camrose with his wife and their two daughters. They enjoy hiking, camping, and playing board games.
Kabir Makan BMS
Extension Coordinator
Email: env@battleriverresearch.com
Kabir Makan has always been passionate about food and is now learning how that food is grown. Born and raised in India and in a family that runs a fruit & vegetable business, Kabir has dedicated his life to education and now agriculture. He has a bachelor's degree in management and his culinary PG diploma from Medicine Hat College. He has lived in quite a few different countries and learned about their food. He aspires to make significant contributions to Alberta Agriculture. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his family and friends outdoors and exploring new places.
Dona Stoddart
Payroll & Book Keeper
Dona brought a huge accounting experience to BRRG with her extraordinary financial skills. She worked as an account manager and financial advisor in the banking industry. she loves to take care of her dogs. She enjoys camping in summer.