Eric Levert
Saint Martinville,LA
Summary
Recent graduate from Louisiana State University with a Bachelor of Science in Plant and Soil Systems concentrating in Sustainable Production Systems. Raised on a multi-generational sugarcane farm in St. Martinville, Louisiana. Gained hands-on experience in farm operations, equipment maintenance, crop production, agricultural research, and property management. Experienced in both large-scale sugarcane production and LSU AgCenter research operations. Strong interest in sustainable agriculture, innovation, and the future of Louisiana sugarcane farming.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Laborer/Farm Equipment Operator
Levert-St. John L.L.C
Saint Martinville, LA
03.2019 - Current
- Assisted with annual farm operations during growing, planting and harvest seasons.
- Operated tractors, spray-rigs, cane cutters, excavators, and farm equipment/tools used in field preparation and crop production.
- Supported equipment maintenance and troubleshooting efforts to improve operational efficiency.
- Applied plant and soil science knowledge to observe crop conditions and report disease concerns during the growing season.
- Developed a custom side-by-side spray rig to improve field accessibility and efficiency during chemical application operations.
- Utilized Spanish communication skills to improve coordination during daily agricultural operations.
- Acquired hands-on skills in carpentry, plumbing, painting, and property maintenance through upkeep and renovation of company-owned farm housing.
Cafe Server/Cafe Chef
Smoothies-N-Things Cafe'
Breaux Bridge, LA
03.2021 - 08.2024
- Prepared food items and handled daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced work environment.
- Handled food preparation, stocking, and maintaining cleanliness throughout the workplace.
- Developed communication and problem-solving skills while handling customer needs and high volume lunch rushes.
- Balanced part-time work responsibilities alongside a full-time college course schedule.
Research Assistant/Student Worker
LSU AgCenter Sugar Research Station
Saint Gabriel, LA
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Assisted sugarcane cross-breeding and greenhouse operations for new cane variety development.
- Maintained parent sugarcane varieties used in the development of new commercial cultivars.
- Participated in research efforts focused on improving long-term sustainability within the Louisiana sugarcane industry.
- Conducted a research experiment evaluating sugarcane bagasse as an alternative to peat moss in marcotting propagation systems.
- Contributed to research focused on sustainable and cost-effective alternatives for sugarcane propagation systems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Plant And Soil Systems, Sustainable Production
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge, LA05-2026
Skills
- Leadership
- Time management
- Equipment operation
- Project coordination
- Adaptability
- Bilingual communication (Spanish)
- Operational efficiency
- Work ethic
- Firsthand experience in large-scale farm operations
Timeline
Research Assistant/Student Worker
LSU AgCenter Sugar Research Station
09.2022 - 05.2024
Cafe Server/Cafe Chef
Smoothies-N-Things Cafe'
03.2021 - 08.2024
Farm Laborer/Farm Equipment Operator
Levert-St. John L.L.C
03.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Plant And Soil Systems, Sustainable Production
Louisiana State University