Hi, I’m
EDDIE CLEVENGER
Director of Operations
Wellfleet,NE
Summary
Experienced Farm Operations Director with a strong background in organic vegetable and grain production, specializing in sustainable agriculture practices. Proven ability to manage all facets of farm operations, including crew leadership and infrastructure maintenance. Expertise in implementing regenerative farming techniques, with a commitment to ecological farming that supports both the environment and community well-being. Recognized for strong leadership, organizational skills, and a passion for fostering a connection to the land through organic farming practices.
Overview
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Belltown FarmsHolstein, NE
Regional Farm Manager
11.2021 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Ensure high yields of high-quality crops at controlled costs, in line with organic and regenerative principles
- Develop and maintain a safe work environment
- Lead crop planning and budgeting processes
- Utilize software and IT systems effectively
- Follow and enforce spending and approval processes
- Create and maintain field activity plans
- Manage equipment needs and purchases
- Provide input to capital improvement projects
- Ensure appropriate staffing and succession planning
- Build a culture of safety
- Set and achieve regenerative agriculture targets
- Support regulatory and reporting requirements.
Hudson Valley Farm HubHurley, NY
Director of Farm Operations
01.2019 - 11.2021
Job overview
- Lead all aspects of farm operations for a large-scale organic farm
- Manage a team of 50+ employees, including hiring, training, and supervision
- Implement sustainable practices and oversee organic certification process
- Develop and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations
- Collaborate with management team to set and achieve production goals.
Hudson Valley Farm HubHurley, NY
Farm Manager
04.2016 - 01.2019
Job overview
- Lead multiple farming training workshops.
- Acquired large tracks of land for farming and housing purposes, expanding farm operations
- Installed various irrigation systems and improved water management practices, reducing water usage and improving crop yields
- Trained in GAP, HACCP, and Hazmat protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Stayed current with organic farming and soil health trends by attending industry conferences and seminars.
Fishkill FarmsHopewell Junction, NY
Farm Production Manager
2012 - 2016 (4 education.years_Label)
Job overview
- Managed day-to-day farming operations, including planting, growing, and harvesting
- Created, managed and oversaw 300+ member CSA
- Designed and installed drip irrigation throughout farm
- Organically grew multiple varieties of vegetables and herbs on 20 acres that were distributed through CSA, Farm Store and farmers markets.
- Managed 270 acre orchard (apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots and cherries) and established new orchard plantings with varieties specific to our region
- Organically grew all berries (raspberries, blueberries, strawberries, blackberries and currants, also)
- Established a CSA market share program where members were able to choose their own share each week
- Implemented GAP and HACCP programs to ensure food safety standards
- Trained employees on safety practices and equipment operation
- Oversaw maintenance of farm equipment and facilities.
Pero Family FarmsDelray Beach, FL
Equipment Manager
2011 - 2012 (1 education.year_Label)
Bailey FarmsOxford, NC
Farm Manager
2005 - 2011 (6 education.years_Label)
Heronwood FarmUpperville, VA
Estate Manager
2004 - 2005 (1 education.year_Label)
Seaside FarmsMelfa, VA
Owner
2000 - 2003 (3 education.years_Label)
Kuzzen's Inc.Exmore, VA
Farm Manger
1992 - 2000 (8 education.years_Label)
Lipman & Lipman, Inc.Ruskin, FL
Farm Manager
1989 - 1992 (3 education.years_Label)
Skills
- Crop Management
- Soil Health
- Pest and Disease Control
- Organic Certification
- Irrigation Management
- Equipment Operation
- Crop Rotation
- Composting
- Budgeting and Financial Management
- Operations Management
- Team Leadership
- Staff Management
- Harvesting Protocols
- Community Engagement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Environmental Compliance
- Managing Operations
- Supply Purchasing
- Inventory Management
- Maintenance and Repair
- Records Management
- Troubleshooting Skills
Training
- Attended Acres-Eco-Agriculture Conference regarding organic farming
- Attended Ream’s Soil Seminar on nutrient balancing and soil biology
- Attended Dale Carnegie Business Manager training classes
- Received Level 3 Hazmat training
- Trained in GAP Trained in HACCP
Education
Clarke County High School - Berryville, VA
Timeline
Regional Farm Manager
Belltown Farms
11.2021 - 09.2024
Director of Farm Operations
Hudson Valley Farm Hub
01.2019 - 11.2021
Farm Manager
Hudson Valley Farm Hub
04.2016 - 01.2019
Farm Production Manager
Fishkill Farms
2012 - 2016 (4 education.years_Label)
Equipment Manager
Pero Family Farms
2011 - 2012 (1 education.year_Label)
Farm Manager
Bailey Farms
2005 - 2011 (6 education.years_Label)
Estate Manager
Heronwood Farm
2004 - 2005 (1 education.year_Label)
Owner
Seaside Farms
2000 - 2003 (3 education.years_Label)
Farm Manger
Kuzzen's Inc.
1992 - 2000 (8 education.years_Label)
Farm Manager
Lipman & Lipman, Inc.
1989 - 1992 (3 education.years_Label)
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