Brandon Spivey
Branford,FL
Summary
Seasoned Farmer with well-rounded experience in livestock management, crop cultivation, and farm machinery operation. Equipped with comprehensive knowledge of sustainable farming methods and organic agriculture, ensuring high-quality produce. Demonstrated leadership skills managing farm operations successfully. Proven ability to implement innovative techniques for increased productivity and cost efficiency. Skilled in problem-solving and decision-making under challenging situations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farmer
Homestead
, Florida
12.2016 - Current
- Managed breeding programs following best practices in animal husbandry.
- Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with local laws concerning animal welfare.
- Reviewed records of feed consumption, water intake, egg production, making adjustments where necessary.
- Analyzed weather forecasts and determined the best times for planting and harvesting operations.
- Developed strategies that promote efficient use of resources such as water and energy.
- Planned and implemented crop rotation schedules to maximize soil fertility.
- Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
- Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
- Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
- Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
- Irrigated crops manually or using automated systems such as pivots or sprinklers.
- Applied pesticides according to safety regulations to control pests and diseases affecting plants.
- Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
- Provided routine care for livestock including feeding, watering, herding, branding, castrating .
- Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to verify proper sunlight and growth.
- Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
Warehouse Worker
Westminster Teak
Live Oak, Florida
05.2020 - 09.2024
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Operated scanners, computers, and other equipment to track orders.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Inspected damaged goods prior to disposal or return to vendor.
Education
GED -
Menifee County High School
Frenchburg, KYSkills
- Farm Operations Management
- Dairy operations
- Budget Development
- Soil augmentation
- Customer Relations
- Crop Planning
- Farm Equipment Maintenance
- Poultry farming
- Organic farming
Certification
- Forklift Certification
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Westminster Teak
05.2020 - 09.2024
Farmer
Homestead
12.2016 - Current
- Forklift Certification
GED -
Menifee County High School
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