Angela Holtz
Colby,KS
Summary
Dedicated Farm Laborer with a proven track record at Mcilnay Farms, excelling in farm equipment operation and teamwork. Demonstrated expertise in soil preparation and animal husbandry, significantly enhancing crop yields and livestock health. Skilled in employing advanced irrigation systems and executing efficient harvesting techniques, contributing to the farm's sustained productivity and operational excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Laborer
Mcilnay Farms
08.2004 - Current
- Operated harvesters and cultivators to till soil and plow fields.
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Assisted farmers with feeding and watering cows, sheep, goats, and pigs.
- Watered plants during growing seasons and closely monitored crops for growth progress or issues.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Built and mended fencing to prevent stock from straying, divide land and improve organization.
- Loaded and unloaded containers of materials and products on trucks, trailers and railcars by hand or with forklift truck.
- Cleared land and prepared soil for planting by tilling, grading and adding organic matter.
- Cared for livestock by cleaning and disinfecting pens and facilities.
- Harvested crops at proper time for maximum yield and quality.
- Maintained records of crop yields, livestock and other essential farm data to track farm performance.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Constructed and maintained farm buildings, fences and other structures to protect livestock.
- Branded or tagged livestock with name.
- Prepared land for planting crops to sow seeds for successful harvests.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Adhered to agricultural procedures and guidelines to promote safety in barns and fields.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
Education
Associate In Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Colby Community College
Colby, KSSkills
- Plowing
- Farm equipment operation
- Crops harvesting
- Heavy Lifting
- Animal husbandry understanding
- Health assessments
- Irrigation system
- Animal Care
- Soil preparation
- Animal Record Maintenance
- Animal Breeding
- Harvesting
- Teamwork and Communication
- Equipment Operation
Timeline
Farm Laborer
Mcilnay Farms
08.2004 - Current
Associate In Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Colby Community College
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