Galen Collins
Jamestown,TN
Summary
Driven Stocker Calf Owner and Farrier with a proven track record in enhancing calf survival rates and optimizing livestock health a. Skilled in animal nutrition and herd health monitoring, adept at fostering strong professional relationships. Demonstrates mechanical skills and business managemement
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Stocker Calf Owner Operator
Self-employeed
05.2020 - Current
- Receive and ship loads to local livestock markets week to week.
- Sort and weigh cattle and place them in their .correct lots.
- Manage different herds of cattle i.e. doctoring calves, managing weight, rotate and grazing pastures.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by employees.
Farrier
Self-employeed
10.2017 - Current
- Demonstrated professionalism by adhering to ethical practices within the farriery industry.
- Optimized workload management by scheduling appointments efficiently according to geographic location and client availability.
- Stayed up-to-date on advancements in materials technology for horseshoes, incorporating new products into practice when beneficial.
- Educated horse owners on the importance of regular hoof care for optimal equine health.
- Improved horse owners'' satisfaction by providing exceptional hoof trimming and shoeing services.
- Ensured prompt invoicing for services rendered while maintaining accurate financial records.
Cattle Manager
Liskskillet Farms LLc
05.2007 - 05.2020
- Enhanced calf survival rates through attentive monitoring and timely intervention during calving season.
- Collaborated with nutritionists to develop customized feed and mineral supplements tailored to specific herd requirements based on testing and analysis reports.
- Optimized feed rations for improved animal performance and cost-effectiveness, using available resources such as hay, silage, and grain.
- Developed strong relationships with local veterinarians to ensure prompt medical care for sick or injured livestock.
Education
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
NADC
Nashville, TN09.2014
High School Diploma -
York Agricultural Institutes
Jamestown, TN05.2012
Skills
- Vaccination protocols
- Herd Health Monitoring
- Calving assistance
- Breeding Techniques
- Animal Nutrition
- Livestock management
- Farm equipment operation
- Mechanical Skills
- Business Management
Timeline
Stocker Calf Owner Operator
Self-employeed
05.2020 - Current
Farrier
Self-employeed
10.2017 - Current
Cattle Manager
Liskskillet Farms LLc
05.2007 - 05.2020
Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology
NADC
High School Diploma -
York Agricultural Institutes
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