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6-10 years of experience
Implemented complete new payroll system including personnel file, computerized new employee reporting, direct deposit program, Excel time card calculator, internet based filing of all: payroll taxes, worker’s compensation payments, unemployment taxes, and child support.
- Supervised spraying team to coordinate supply, mixing, and application of chemical programs on 12,100 acres.
- Provided all human resources functions including payroll, tax filings, Workers Compensation filings, safety education for 23 employees.
- Developed spreadsheet system for acreage tracking to manage fields by County, Township, Range, FSA Farm Number, FSA Tract Number, insurance unit number, acreage, field name, and crop.
- Implemented record system to track and evaluate real estate taxes for 4600 acres owned resulting in over in savings.
- Revised and updated financial reports including balance sheets, quarterly reports, and cash flow estimates for the six entities involved with [company name].
- Evaluated chemical programs and varieties to improve yields for the following year.
0-5 years of experience
Diligently pursued the business of Golden Harvest Seed Co. in the agronomic support of customers, dealers, and District Sales Managers in the sales districts of NE Missouri and WC Illinois.
- Developed customer relationships through dealer meetings, one on one consultation, agronomic service calls, dealer and DSM training, product evaluation, and new corn hybrid plot management.
- Communicated to customers through a Regional Agronomy Upfront Newsletter 6 times per year.
- Initiated and made winter meeting presentations to Golden Harvest customers and dealers on key agronomic topics specific to that area.
0-5 years of experience
Recruited to develop a crop scouting program for the River Valley group of Co-ops and to increase total sales of agricultural inputs.
- Developed the crop scouting program still in use today including the soil sampling program and a cost sharing program between growers and land-lords.
- Increased total agricultural input sales by over 8% including a 13% increase in seed sales.
- Operated equipment: front end loader, fork lift, Patriot sprayer, tender trucks, bulk seed handling system, and seed treatment system.
- Resolved issues between the growers and MFA or other representatives that could result in a loss of business.
- Actively worked with the University of Missouri and the University of Central Missouri to recruit and train summer interns.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for all fertilizer, chemical, seed corn, and custom chemical application sales.
- Made fertility recommendations, field scouting, handled complaints, maintained chemical and fertilizer
- Increased sales volumes by 30 percent the first year in fertilizer and chemical, and doubled seed corn sales.
- Helped start a Grid Sampling and Variable Rate program to create a Global Information System for precision
0-5 years of experience
Conducted insecticide resistance monitoring and entomology surveys especially before and after outdoor residue spraying done for pest control.
- Monitored farmers on the application of fertilizers and pesticides
- Prepared, reviewed and implemented environmental health related plans (e.g. Integrated Pest Management Plan)
- Planned and carried out breeding studies at experiment stations or farms to develop and improve varieties of field crops such as cotton.
- Examined results of breeding studies to discover and enhance characteristics such as yield, quality, adaptation to specific soils or climates, and resistance to diseases and pests.
- Monitored crop production to discover best methods of planting, cultivation, harvesting, and effects of various climatic conditions on crops.
- Developed methods for control of noxious weeds, crop diseases, and insect pests.
- Developed and delivered relevant educational programs in sustainable cropping system best management practices for cotton producers
- Evaluated and reported on crop production techniques to discover methods of planting, cultivation, harvesting, to improve yields and quality.
- Evaluated and reported on ways to improve soil and water characteristics to improve yield and quality.
0-5 years of experience
Developed new market for Season Pass which went from “0” sales in 2007 to 36,000 gallons in orders as of November 1, 2009
- Developed Sell Sheets for Season Pass on Corn and tobacco
- Held grower and dealer sales and training meetings
- Managed customer service concerns
- Assisted with Rodeos which inspected fertilizer and spray equipment
- Developed economical system to apply Avail and NSN to fertilizer as it is unloaded off the truck. Increased efficiency and sales
- Relayed agronomic recommendations and advice to retail outlets
6-10 years of experience
supervised and managed crops (lettuce, cabbage, peppers, celery, etc.) protection department of the company.
- formulated various fertilizer and chemical blends, managed chemical storage units.
- conducted numerous chemical and physiological research experiments on many plants in fields and greenhouses.
- implemented Good Manufacturing (GMP) and Good Agricultural Practices (GAP).
- trained associates and field workers on safety, and proper handling of various chemicals.
0-5 years of experience
Managed, marketed and conducted sales and marketing schematics for agricultural product
- Provided consultations to distributors, farmers, suppliers and customers daily
- Implemented consultations to distributors, farmers, suppliers and customers daily
- Implemented sales projection on a monthly to 6 month period averaging 30K – 600k in US currency
- Coordinated learning programs for clients through product demonstration, field studies and seminars
- Experienced in planning, evaluating and collecting data for new agriculture chemical products
- Planned, organized and coordinated work assignments according to clients’ needs
- Interacted with personnel of the Departments of Agriculture in the region regarding pests and diseases outbreaks
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for over $2 million in sales of Seed, Chemicals, Fertilizer & Services.
- Developed & Designed Specialty Foliar Fertilizers for all types of crops.
- Designed a Corn Micro Nutrient Pak for our Corn Pop Up & 2X2 Starters.
- Took over Seed Sales in 2012 leading to the first significant increase in 5 years.
- Completed the R C Thomas Seed Sales Training Seminar.
0-5 years of experience
Implemented agronomy practices in all research center (site selection, grounds work, planting, irrigation, fertilizer, pruning, weed control, pest and disease control)
- Coordinated breeder seed production trials
- Developed seed germination test under laboratory and natural conditions
- Established seedbed and plant multiplication (from seeds and hard cuttings)
0-5 years of experience
Performed various analytical procedures for soil, plant and water sample analysis.
- Maintained analytical instruments such as the ICP, AA and a Lachat Quickchem 8000 FIA.
- Reduced the amount of time needed for analysis on the ICP’s by 30%. Accomplished bringing our 2nd ICP on line for soil analysis.
- Trained others and myself how to use the software and hardware of the Lachat.
- Ordered supplies weekly or as needed for all lab procedures.
- Responsible for the quality control program for all sample testing including: soil, plant, water and feeds.
- Gave annual reviews to lab personnel.
- Reviewed and approved all customer reports for soils and plants.
- Provided agronomic assistance to customers.
0-5 years of experience
Coordinated pesticide and fertilizer applications based on weekly crop scouting
- Established grower relationships and assisted them in raising the most profitable crop
- Performed plant and soil nutrient sampling for accurate fertilizer recommendations
- Oversaw and organized spray operations with employees
- Organized proper record keeping and invoicing of pesticides and fertilizer
- Performed required quarterly and yearly reports on purchases and sales of fertilizer, pesticides and seed
0-5 years of experience
Applied greenhouse irrigation, fertilization, planting techniques, and cultivating techniques.
- Inspected harvest and handled vegetable post-harvest.
- Sold merchandise and displayed sound ability to work well with costumes.
- Performed administrative duties including bookkeeping and trained employees.
- Ensure work complied with departmental standards, and documented inventory for ordering.
- Attended staff meetings and followed policies and procedures.
- Greenhouse specialist in irrigation, fertilizer, pest control of Ornamentals, trees and shrubs.
0-5 years of experience
- Marketed food and fiber genetics to a business customer base of over 120.
- Performed analysis of customer’s future needs to guide the company in planning five year production pipeline.
- Utilized facilitated selling with Pioneer’s “The Long Look” philosophy.
- As Certified Crop Advisor Certification, provided individualized crop production analysis and advice to customers.
0-5 years of experience
Developed a private golf course with a budget of over $15 million and reported directly to the owner.
- Oversaw shapers, irrigation installers, golf course superintendent, construction superintendent, and laborers.
- Earned a 3rd place ranking for golf courses in Illinois and 37th in [company name].
- Purchased materials and coordinated plans with architect.
- Implement all renovations and maintenance procedures.
6-10 years of experience
Directed weekly management meetings facilitating operational decision-making.
- Managed purchasing and inventory on all fertilizer, pesticides, seed, and harvest supplies.
- Developed comprehensive employee manual and evaluation system for all company positions.
- Performed laboratory analysis on soils/plant tissue to determine optimum nutrient levels and fertilizer rates for improving crop yield and minimizing quality issues on vegetable crops.
- Implemented and managed crop fertility programs from internal/external lab data analysis.
- Developed specialized VBA programs in MS Excel automating crop planting schedules and soils/tissue analysis reporting.
0-5 years of experience
Make sure the piglets are sorted properly by sex and size
- Overseen the health of the piglets by making injections when needed
- Reported all incidents, deaths or illnesses. of the piglets to the manager
- Assisted sows when they gave birth, and completed records, tagged, and castrated piglets
- Participated in an elaborate plan in order to correct the weakness of the section
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for 20 growers and approximately 6000 acres of barley.
- Communicated daily with growers on their crop performance and harvest preparations.
- Supervised an 8 man rouging crew.
- Scouted fields and kept accurate records on plant development, weeds, insects, and diseases.
- Cleaned, treated, and bagged seed also performed other warehouse tasks as needed.
0-5 years of experience
Helped to ensure water quality by maintaining pH, temperature, and appropriate nutrient levels for fish and plants on the system
- Utilized a TDS meter for testing of dissolved solids
- Routinely inspected plants for quality
- Regular lifting of heavy equipment including animal feed, bags of top soil, and fertilizer
- Kept elaborate records of plants utilized and projected usage of the hydroponics system
0-5 years of experience
Managed all aspects of the operation to include procurement of all products, customer contacts and bookings, sales of fertilizer, chemicals and seed.
- Provided growers with soil testing and recommendations for all inputs
- Maintained equipment
- Built new storage facilities for liquid fertilizer and bulk chemicals
- Developed annual business goals and managed 6 employees
- Started 2 seed dealerships
10+ years of experience
- Reduced incidents of caterpillar damage to sugar cane crops from 5% to 1%
- Reduced incidents of rodent damage from 3% to .001%.
- Provided technical advice to Agriculture Manager and other staff members.
- Supervised, reviewed, and developed plans in response to the results of daily pest, disease, soil, and other field operation surveys.
- Identified potential pest and disease infestation, took remedial action.
- Monitored bio- control agents’ production to reduce pest infestations.
- Conducted research studies on herbicide, fertilizer, soil and cane variety suitability for various soil types.
- Monitored crop growth through soil pH testing, growth stations, and maturity sampling.
6-10 years of experience
Design and implementation of yearly Farm Operation Plan for building 100 acres of certified organic and transitional vegetable, small grain, and fruit production farms.
- Continuing partnership development with Cincinnati Zoo and [company name] in the Bowyer Farm Project, a 600 acre conservation and sustainable agriculture model.
- Farm harvest labor requirements and yield forecasting for integrating produce into the 15,000 member retail distribution network.
- Advisory role in whole system, long term crop production needs and development of the company’s triple bottom line mission.
- Facilitate on-farm collaborative research with universities towards improving organic production systems.
- Facilitate organic certification of properties and process.
- Develop integrated Hydroponic lettuce operation by trialing varieties and nutrient formulations using a pilot NFT system.
6-10 years of experience
- Delivered nutrient management plans for 2000 acres of certified strawberry seedlings.
- Developed and improved irrigation management plan saving 30% in energy & water and improving crop yields.
- Developed fertilizer schedule, increasing nutrient efficiency and improved yields in 15% and saving 25% on fertilizer costs.
0-5 years of experience
- Provided technical report to the Executive direction with recommendations for corrective actions
- Educated and trained farmers, community leaders and technicians
- Coordinated community development activities
- Coordinated an environmental education program intended to local elementary students
- Created team work schedule and supervised their task and achievements
0-5 years of experience
Designed farming programs to optimize yield through crop rotations and matching specific hybrids to soil types
- Advised producers and made herbicide, insecticide, fungicide, and fertilizer recommendations
- Expanded business through discussing current production issues and offering resolutions to area producers
- Microsoft Office Programs
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License February 2012
- Private Pesticide Applicator’s License June 2013
10+ years of experience
Extension Agronomist / Technical Assistant in coffee cultivation.
- Protected the environment by using an ecological safe wet coffee process.
- Interpreted soil analysis. Updated land use, using aerial photography.
- Applied, supervised, and managed institutional campaigns such as Coffee Rust Disease and Coffee Berry Borer.
- Analyzed and supervised credit applications.
0-5 years of experience
- Managed company’s scouting program; approximately 2,500 acres of corn and soybeans
- Retailed fertilizer, chemical, and seed to established and new clients
- Serviced clients with chemical and seed deliveries to stand out from company’s competition
- Collected soil samples throughout the year for corn, grain sorghum, and wheat fertility recommendations
- Maximized field potential with Answer Plot data via R7 Tool to get the most out of every acre possible
- Collected tissue sample at four different stages in field corn and three growth stages in soybeans for nutrient analysis
0-5 years of experience
Increased sales by 8% to Park Districts and school districts
- Created conference for education to turf professionals
- Served as key contact person with municipal executives that resulted in 18 new customers
- Implemented marketing plan of all new products achieving 12% penetration
- Key account responsibilities to 37 retailers in Chicago land area
- Consulted for retailers to increase sales 14% per square foot
- Performed line reviews to cut 24% of manufacturers and over 850 product lines
- Reported directly with owners to implement merger
- Forecasted sales which led to a 34% increase in inventory turns
- Acted as liaison for sales reps as to availability of inventory
0-5 years of experience
- Assisted on Cambridge Guided Bus way Project as an Assistant Agronomist with Japanese Knotweed Control Team. Designed and implemented weed control techniques with research team and staff.
- Surveyed and inspected areas invaded by the weed. Conducted cooperative
- Developed and implemented weed and chemical control procedures.
- Performed other duties assigned by the project manager on routine basis
0-5 years of experience
Managed field trials for plant breeding projects.
- Created IPM program, including pesticide/herbicide rotations for experiments.
- Created SOPs for measurement methodologies.
- Streamlined experimental process and provided experimental design.
- Managed greenhouse and field plant nutrient regimes.
- Managed labor force to effectively meet project goals.
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