Freelance Plant Breeder
Innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture
About Medo breeding
Welcome to Medo breeding, where expertise meets innovation in plant breeding and crop improvement. Led by Mehmet Oguzhan Irmak, a dedicated freelance expert, we specialise in developing high-yield, climate-resilient varieties and advancing sustainable agricultural practices. With a commitment to delivering science-based, tailored solutions, we collaborate with farmers, research institutions, and agribusinesses globally. Together, let's shape the future of agriculture for a more sustainable tomorrow.
About Me
I am Mehmet Oguzhan Irmak, a freelance plant breeder with 14 years of experience in both vegetable and flower breeding. I received professional breeding training in the Netherlands and have held roles in leading breeding companies, progressing from breeder to senior breeder and finally R&D manager. With expertise in breeding programme design, variety evaluation, and trait improvement, I provide practical, science-based solutions that accelerate variety development and maximise your success in the competitive seed market. I work closely with companies to turn ideas into profitable crops, offering tailored guidance, innovative strategies, and measurable results that benefit both farmers and your business.
If you are interested in collaboration, sharing ideas, discussing innovative projects, or hiring me for freelance plant breeding work? Don't hesitate to get in touch — I'm always open to connecting with potential partners and exploring new opportunities!
Services
🌿 Research, Innovation & Crop Development
I help companies develop high-performing, resilient, and market-oriented crop varieties that meet both farmer needs and industry demands.
- Breeding Strategy Design – defining clear objectives (yield, quality, resistance, adaptability)
- Parental Selection & Crossing – choosing the right parents to build strong genetic foundations
- Population Development – generating and advancing breeding populations
- Selection & Advancement – applying modern selection methods to identify superior lines
- Pre-Commercial Variety Development – evaluating promising candidates before release
- Consultancy & R&D Support – tailored guidance to strengthen your breeding pipeline and accelerate results
My goal is to help your company shorten breeding cycles, increase efficiency, reduce risks, and deliver competitive varieties to the market.
🌿 Consulting Services
I offer consulting services for seed companies and agribusinesses that want to establish or improve their breeding programs in the Netherlands and worldwide.
- Breeding Program Design – setting up efficient workflows and strategies
- Variety Evaluation – setting up trials, data collection, and drawing practical conclusions for decision-making
- Genetic & Trait Improvement – guidance on disease resistance, stress tolerance, and yield performance
- Market-Oriented Solutions – aligning breeding goals with commercial demand
- Capacity Building – training and knowledge transfer for in-house teams
- Personalised support for companies and agribusinesses worldwide
My consulting approach is practical, science-based, and tailored to each company’s needs, ensuring measurable results in crop improvement.
Cultivating Success
Innovative Plant Breeding Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture
Contact us
Leiden, the Netherlands | Phone: +31653295727 | Email: medobreeding@gmail.com
Ma/vrij: 08:00 – 19:00 uur