Genesis Agosto
WOOSTER,OH
Summary
Animal Science professional with experience in dairy and swine operations, specializing in data collection, validation, and herd performance support. Skilled in managing field operations and maintaining high data accuracy using Excel. Combines hands-on livestock experience with data-driven decision support in agricultural settings.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Technician
DHI Cooperative
Wooster, OH
06.2023 - Current
- Collected and recorded on-farm dairy data including milk weights, samples, and herd health indicators across a territory of 29 assigned dairy farms
- Ensured accurate data entry and quality control for herd performance reporting systems
- Provided support to dairy producers by maintaining consistent and reliable testing schedules
- Managed multiple farm accounts independently, prioritizing routes and time-sensitive tasks
- Maintained strong client relationships through professional on-farm interactions
- Operated and maintained specialized testing equipment in field conditions
Additional Support Tech
Self-employeed
Wayne County, OH
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted with bilingual communication and translation support during field visits to multiple dairy farms with Spanish-speaking personnel
- Delivered basic training and guidance on proper herd management practices and milking procedures
- Assisted in translating technical instructions and ensuring accurate understanding of animal care protocols
- Supported improved workflow and compliance through effective bilingual communication in field environments
Swine Technician – Farrowing & Reproduction
Shoup Brothers
Apple Creek, OH
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Assisted with farrowing operations in a large-scale swine facility with approximately 600 breeding sows
- Provided care for newborn piglets (average litters of 10–14 piglets per sow), including processing, iron supplementation, and antibiotic administration
- Performed piglet processing tasks such as castration and early-life health interventions
- Assisted with artificial insemination of sows and handled hogs safely during reproductive procedures
- Monitored animal behavior, health, growth, and nutrition, reporting concerns promptly
- Maintained biosecurity and sanitation standards in farrowing and housing areas
Dairy Farm Worker – Milking & Calf Care
Harmony Farm
Kidron, OH
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Performed milking operations for a dairy herd of approximately 315 cows, following standard hygiene and milking procedures
- Assisted in the care and monitoring of 30+ calves, including feeding, health checks, and general daily support
- Maintained sanitation of milking equipment and parlor to ensure milk quality and safety
- Monitored animal behavior and reported health concerns to supervisors
- Supported daily farm operations in a fast-paced, physically demanding environment
Education
B.S. - Animal Science
University of Puerto Rico
Mayagüez07-2022
A.S. - Pre-veterinary Medicine
University of Puerto Rico
Mayagüez07-2022
Skills
- Dairy Data Collection
- Calf & Swine Care
- Artificial Insemination
- Livestock Handling
- Biosecurity Protocols
- Data Entry & Validation
- Field Operations
- Route Management
- Client Communication
- Research Data Management
- Microsoft Excel (Data Management & Basic Analysis)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- PQA Plus Certification, Pork Checkoff (Completed 2023)
- Artificial Insemination in Cattle, Repro Tech Inc. (Completed 2021)
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Professional Practice — Dairy Farm 06/2022 - 07/2022 La Plata Farm Inc, Lajas, Puerto Rico Gained experience performing general farm tasks including cow handling, milking, calf care, among others.
- Data Management — Dairy Calves Research 01/2022 - 05/2022 Agricultural Experimental Station, Lajas, Puerto Rico Assisting in data entry using Excel, organization, editing, analysis, validation, and reporting of research data.
- Animal Welfare — Dairy Calves Research 08/2022 - 01/2022 Agricultural Experimental Station, Aguadilla, Puerto Rico Observed animal behavior, health, growth, and nutrition. Assisting in weekly measurements of growth development. Data collection and entry of health, growth, milk and feed consumption.
Timeline
Additional Support Tech
Self-employeed
01.2024 - 12.2024
Field Technician
DHI Cooperative
06.2023 - Current
Swine Technician – Farrowing & Reproduction
Shoup Brothers
08.2022 - 06.2023
Dairy Farm Worker – Milking & Calf Care
Harmony Farm
08.2022 - 06.2023
A.S. - Pre-veterinary Medicine
University of Puerto Rico
B.S. - Animal Science
University of Puerto Rico