Brandon Trauger

Farmer/Truckdriver

Self Employed

Livermore, Iowa

01.2002 - Current

Harvested crops at the optimum time for maximum yield and quality.
Attended conferences and seminars to keep up-to-date on new developments in agriculture field.
Planned and implemented crop rotation schedules to maximize soil fertility.
Conducted soil tests to determine nutrient levels; added fertilizers or amendments as needed.
Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
Applied pesticides according to safety regulations to control pests and diseases affecting plants.
Operated tractors and other agricultural equipment to cultivate fields or prepare land for planting.
Developed strategies that promote efficient use of resources such as water and energy.
Established relationships with vendors for purchasing supplies at competitive prices.
Irrigated crops manually or using automated systems such as pivots or sprinklers.
Analyzed weather forecasts and determined the best times for planting and harvesting operations.
Evaluated animals' health condition; administered medications when necessary.
Reviewed records of feed consumption, water intake, egg production, making adjustments where necessary.
Sowed seeds, planted seedlings, and transplanted crops by hand or with mechanized equipment.
Recorded information such as production costs, yields, grades, moisture content, and other data related to crop production.
Monitored growth of crops and weeds, applying herbicides as needed.
Assessed market conditions to identify opportunities for selling products at optimal prices.
Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with local laws concerning animal welfare.
Maintained farm machinery, tools, and buildings in good working order.
Provided routine care for livestock including feeding, watering, herding, branding, castrating .
Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
Loaded agricultural products into trucks to deliver products to markets or storage facilities.
Purchased supplies, including seeds and fertilizer.
Conducted soil testing and analysis to determine optimal planting conditions.
Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to agronomic recommendations.
Set up and operated heavy farm machinery and equipment to till soil, fertilize and apply herbicides and pesticides.
Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm machinery and equipment.
Managed crop production operations, including planting, irrigation, and harvesting.
Weeded, thinned and pruned crops to verify proper sunlight and growth.
Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems, and farming processes.
Segregated animals according to weight, age, and physical condition.