Caleb Slemer
Viroqua
Summary
At Deep Rooted LLC, I helped enhance farm efficiency and productivity significantly. My expertise in crop management and a strong focus on organic farming methods led to substantial operational cost reductions. Adept at fostering teamwork, I trained employees in innovative farming techniques, demonstrating problem-solving skills and reliability.
Familiar with traditional and organic methods for propagating all types of plants. Competent in reviewing operations in strategic fashion to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements and business restructuring to capitalize on emerging trends.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Farmer
Deep Rooted LLC
04.2014 - Current
- Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
- Improved overall farm efficiency with the adoption of modern agricultural technology and equipment.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
- Ensured timely planting and harvesting schedules for maximum productivity and minimal waste.
- Monitored weather conditions and adjusted irrigation and crop schedules accordingly.
- Visited fields regularly to inspect and estimate maturity dates of crops and damage due to weather.
- Maintained accurate records of all farming activities, including expenses, income, yields, and labor hours for tax reporting purposes as well as identifying areas for improvement.
- Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
- Reduced operational costs by streamlining processes and leveraging sustainable farming methods.
- Utilized organic pest control methods, reducing reliance on chemical pesticides.
- Fostered team environment, training new farmhands in modern farming techniques.
- Implemented pest management strategies to protect crops, ensuring higher quality produce.
Education
High School Diploma -
Youth Initiative High School
Viroqua WI06-2012
Skills
- Harvesting
- Crop management
- Cultivation
- Crop planning
- Organic farming
- Farm operations management
- Safety procedures
- Supply management
- Labor management
- Irrigation techniques
- Harvest operations
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Team supervision
- Reliability
Certification
IOIA 100 Level NOP Crop Standards Webinar certificate of completion
Timeline
Farmer
Deep Rooted LLC
04.2014 - Current
IOIA 100 Level NOP Crop Standards Webinar certificate of completion
High School Diploma -
Youth Initiative High School
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