Ash Woods
Horticulurist
Ames,IA
Summary
Upcoming college graduate with a degree in Horticulture with emphases in Greenhouse Plant Production and Food Crop Production & Management. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Intern
Root To Rise Farm
Ames, Iowa
05.2023 - Current
- Work closely with a team of six to holistically manage a 5 acre regenerative agriculture farm.
- Monitor growth and health of plants in greenhouses and outdoor settings.
- Inspect plants regularly for signs of disease or damage from insects or animals.
- Seed, pot, and label pots in greenhouse for future transplantation into field.
- Harvest plants and prepare them for retail following Food Safety Guidelines.
- Set up and operate irrigation equipment.
Horticulture Intern
Horticulture Research Station
Ames, IA
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Planted and maintained fruit and veggie crops throughout the season.
- Set up and operated irrigation equipment.
- Participated in inspection, grading and post-harvest treatment of crops.
- Inspected plant's leaves and noted coloring to detect insects or diseases.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds and landscaping.
- Harvested plants and transplanted or potted and labeled.
- Supported crew members in maintaining irrigation systems.
- Worked with heavy machinery.
Waiter
Macubana
Ames, IA
08.2023 - Current
- Assisted in training new servers.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Collaborated with other restaurant staff members to ensure efficient operations within the restaurant environment.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
Iowa State University
Ames, IA 08.2019 - 05.2024
Skills
- Organic farming
- Planting and Cultivation
- Soil preparation
- Fertilizer Application
- Watering plants
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Active Listening
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Planting and Cultivation
- Computer Skills
Affiliations
- Pay it Forward Student Volunteer Organization (2021-pressent)
- Horticulture Club (2021-present)
- Good Earth Student Farm (2022-2023)
- Pickleball Club (2023-present)
Timeline
Waiter
Macubana
08.2023 - Current
Intern
Root To Rise Farm
05.2023 - Current
Horticulture Intern
Horticulture Research Station
09.2021 - 03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
Iowa State University
08.2019 - 05.2024
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