SCOTT` HALPIN
Gardner,IL
Summary
Resourceful Owner/Operator known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in strategic planning, financial management, and customer service excellence. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving to navigate business challenges and drive growth.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Halpin Farms Cattle
Gardner, IL
01.2010 - Current
- Manage and operate a beef cattle enterprise by overseeing the different activities and tasks at hand.
- Market and sell freezer beef to customers within the community.
- Work with a veterinarian and nutritionist to develop medical and nutrition plans to continue with a healthy and safe herd of cattle.
Owner/Operator
Halpin Farms
Gardner, IL
01.1994 - Current
- Manage the daily operations and tasks of a diversified grain farm.
- Collaborated with certified agronomists to establish optimal methods for applying crop nutrients and protection products.
Illinois State Executive Director, FSA.
United States Department of Agriculture, USDA
Springfield , IL
09.2021 - 01.2025
- Direct and manage programming and administrative operations for the counties within Farm Service Agency (FSA).
- Work with State Committee to administer FSA programs and County office operations, develop and maintain stakeholder relationships with customers and other agencies and government
- Carry out performance and ad hoc farm bill programs and policies established by USDA, as well as crop insurance operations under policies established by Risk Management Agency (RMA).
Owner/Operator
Halpin Farms Dairy
Gardner, IL
01.1994 - 01.2018
- Managed the operation of a 60-head herd of dairy cattle.
- Created daily tasks and routine operations for the safety and well-being of the cattle and products.
- Monitored livestock health regularly to identify any signs of illness or injury, working with a veterinarian and nutritionist.
Adjunct Instructor
Joliet Junior College
Gardner, IL
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Taught a course on the overview of practical dairy herd management.
- Focused on the components of reproduction, nutrition, milk quality, raising dairy replacements, facilities, records, animal welfare and handling, health, calf and heifer rearing, and production economics.
Education
A.S. - Ag Production
Joliet Junior College
Gardner, IL01.1994
Skills
- Agriculture Operations
- Public Speaking
- Business Strategy
- Strategic Planning
Leadership Experience
- Kendall-Grundy County Farm Bureau Board President & Director
- Illinois Agricultural Leadership Foundation
- Governor J.B. Pritzker's Ag Transition Team
- Illinois Farm Bureau Director
- Country Financial Director
- Illinois Farm Bureau Young Leaders Chairman
- Grundy Country Soil and Water Conservation District Vice Chairman & Chairman
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Illinois State Executive Director, FSA.
United States Department of Agriculture, USDA
09.2021 - 01.2025
Owner/Operator
Halpin Farms Cattle
01.2010 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
Joliet Junior College
01.1996 - 01.2000
Owner/Operator
Halpin Farms
01.1994 - Current
Owner/Operator
Halpin Farms Dairy
01.1994 - 01.2018
A.S. - Ag Production
Joliet Junior College
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