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Carson Stark

Market Grower
Farmington,NM

Summary

Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Results oriented with experience overseeing daily operations from production to product sales for a one acre market farm. Knowledge of organic practices, healthy soil standards, vegetable plants, and growing techniques.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications

Work History

Vegetable Farmer and Founder

Stark Family Farm
04.2022 - Current
  • Produced, from seed to harvest, a variety of market vegetable crops including: tomatoes, cucumbers, green beans, eggplant, onions, okra, melons, peppers, squash, and zucchini on an acre of production
  • Developed, implemented, and executed farm business strategies to maximize production while providing a healthy food product for institutions, restaurants, and the local community
  • Wrote and implemented Food Safety SOPs to maintain safety and consistency from seed to delivery of harvested crop
  • Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize water wise production.
  • Negotiated and secured contracts with vendors, suppliers and agricultural partners to support cost-effective operations. NM Grown approved supplier for institutions including local school districts, senior centers, and food banks.
  • Managed accounting records, operational records, and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.

Summer Intern

San Juan County NMSU Growing Forward Farm
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Participated in local events and activities to promote farm and build relationships with community.
  • Facilitated successful completion of projects from concept to launch.
  • Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
  • Supported NMSU Extension Office, Growing Forward Farm, and 4H Programming

Education

Farmington High School
Farmington, NM
05.2001 -

Skills

    Farm Operations Management

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Certification

NMSU New Farmer Training

Timeline

NMSU New Farmer Training II

10-2023

Summer Intern

San Juan County NMSU Growing Forward Farm
06.2023 - 08.2023

Tier 1 and Tier II Food Safety Certified, New Mexico

06-2023

Vegetable Farmer and Founder

Stark Family Farm
04.2022 - Current

New Mexico Master Gardener Course

04-2022

NMSU New Farmer Training

03-2022

Farmington High School
05.2001 -

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