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Charles Kolbet

Nora Springs,IA

Summary

Grew up on a dairy farm, work on farm settings, developed mechanical skills, developed teaching and training skills, and developed research skills in crops and farm chemical study and advancement

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience

Work History

Technology Development Rep

Bayer Crop Science, Monsanto, and DEKALB Genetics
Manchester, IA
06.1992 - 04.2021

-Protocol Development and execution of field trials in the area of corn and soybean genetics and advancement, crop protection product testing and development, and corn, soybean and alfalfa trait testing and advancement. Development of cropping systems with technology and conservation practices. Testing crop inputs and dealing with environmental conditions.

-Annually developing and completing 40-50 trials per year

-Help to advance several new products into the market

Agriculture Director and Agronomist

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
Manchester, IA
04.1984 - 06.1992
  • Developed strategic program initiatives to enhance community engagement and educational outreach.
  • Led cross-functional teams to implement innovative solutions addressing local agricultural challenges.
  • Directed resource allocation and budget management for various extension programs, ensuring sustainability.
  • Fostered partnerships with stakeholders to expand service offerings and improve program visibility.
  • Conducted agriculture programming in crops, livestock, farm management, livestock facilities, and 4-H work with livestock commodity groups
  • Field services in crop and livestock issues on farm
  • Established partnerships with local organizations to expand outreach efforts and resource sharing.
  • Facilitated workshops and training sessions, enhancing skills of volunteers and community members.
  • Spearheaded innovative approaches to resource allocation and strategic planning.

Factory Service Rep

White Farm Equipment
Charles City, IA
01.1984 - 04.1984

Work with equipment service issues and research equipment service history

Farm Operator

Self Employed
Marble Rock, IA
07.1982 - 01.1984

Dairy producer and general crop and livestock production

Agricultural Education Teacher

Alden Community School
Alden, IA
07.1976 - 06.1982

Agriculture instruction in all phases of agriculture and agribusiness. Worked with FFA as advisor in leadership development

Agricultural Mechanic

Woollum's Implement
Mason City, IA
04.1969 - 08.1973

Repair and service on tractors and combines

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education

Iowa State University
Ames, IA
08-1976

Associate of Applied Science - Ag And Industrial Equipment Mechanic

NIACC
Mason City, IA
05-1970

Skills

-Ability to communicate with people and problem solve

-Computer skills in all software such as spreadsheet, word processors, and operation of most computer programs

-Proficient in farm technology and practices

-Presentation and teaching thru high school teaching positions and Extension work as well as the work I did in DEKALB as Senior Regional Agronomist, Monsanto in product testing and advancement, and Bayer Crop Science as a researcher and trainer

-Strong work ethics in unsupervised position as I was located in the field with my office in my home and working in a several county area with no direct supervision

Goal of excelling in any area that I work in

Timeline

Technology Development Rep

Bayer Crop Science, Monsanto, and DEKALB Genetics
06.1992 - 04.2021

Agriculture Director and Agronomist

Iowa State University Extension and Outreach
04.1984 - 06.1992

Factory Service Rep

White Farm Equipment
01.1984 - 04.1984

Farm Operator

Self Employed
07.1982 - 01.1984

Agricultural Education Teacher

Alden Community School
07.1976 - 06.1982

Agricultural Mechanic

Woollum's Implement
04.1969 - 08.1973

Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education

Iowa State University

Associate of Applied Science - Ag And Industrial Equipment Mechanic

NIACC