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Jadyn Joyce

Graettinger,IA

Summary

I am a motivated high school student with a track record of academic excellence with a very strong work ethic.

I live on a farm where my entire family is involved in our operation, using the best conservation practices that work the best for our farm from year to year.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Farm Worker

Parents Of The Child
Graettinger, Iowa
02.2020 - Current
  • Work in the spring, picking rocks from our fields before planting.
  • We raise show cattle; I help with daily chores such as feeding and watering.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
  • Administered medications and vaccinations to livestock under supervision.
  • Managed animal health by administering medications and vaccinations as needed.
  • Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
  • Assisted in maintaining fences around pastures to keep animals safely contained.
  • Participated in educational programs related to sustainable farming practices.
  • Collaborated with family members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
  • Cleaned out stalls after each use and replenished bedding materials as needed.
  • Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and kidding.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
  • Cleaned work areas and maintained clean environment for the animals.
  • Assisted in the daily care and maintenance of livestock, including feeding, watering, grooming, and exercising.

Livestock Hand

5 Star Show Goats
Lu Verne, IA
02.2017 - Current
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
  • Cleaned stalls and pens to maintain a hygienic environment for the livestock.
  • Mixed feed, supplements and medicines in prescribed portions.
  • Observed animals for signs of illness or injury, reported any changes to owner.
  • Prepared pens for show competitions; assisted exhibitors during events as needed.
  • Kept accurate records of animal weights, health histories and performance data.
  • Evaluated physical condition of livestock prior to purchase or transport from facility.
  • Fed and watered livestock and monitored food and water supplies.
  • Maintained and monitored livestock health, feeding schedules and shelter conditions.
  • Maintained stock health with proactive grooming, clipping, trimming, parasite control, castration.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Cleaned stalls, pens and equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

GTRA
Graettinger, IA
05-2025

Skills

  • Animal husbandry
  • Animal nutrition
  • Breeding knowledge
  • Assists in breeding decisions
  • Knowledge in training animals to prepare for shows
  • Knowledge in hair & skin care for my goats

Affiliations

  • Involved in 4-H for 8 years.
  • Involved in FFA for 4 years.
  • National Honor Society for 3 years.
  • High school dance team for 4 years.
  • Captain of the high school dance team for 1 year.
  • High school football cheerleader for 2 years.
  • Yearbook staff 1 year.
  • Member of the Jr. Iowa meat goat Association.

Accomplishments

  • "Rookie of the Year" dance award my freshman year of high school.
  • Hardest Working Dancer" award 10th grade.
  • Most Valuable Dancer award 11th grade.
  • 2024 Homecoming Queen
  • 2024 Miss Graettinger at the Iowa's Oldest Labor Day celebration.
  • FFA Treasurer for 2 years.
  • FFA President for 1 year.
  • I will be receiving my FFA Iowa Degree.
  • 4-H Vice President 1 year.
  • 4-H Photographer 1 year.
  • Best Sportsmanship for JIMGA, voted on my peers in the association.
  • Overall high point Exhibitor in the IMGA Youth Points Chase.
  • Reserve Grand Champion Overall High Points Exhibitor-Breeding Doe Division.
  • Reserve Overall High Points Exhibitor-Senior Showman
  • Grand Champion Overall High Point Exhibitor-Market Goat Division.
  • Grand Champion Market Goat-Iowa State Fair.
  • Grand Champion Breeding Doe-Iowa State Fair.
  • Reserve Grand Champion Breeding Doe-Iowa State Fair.
  • 3rd, 4th & 5th Overall Breeding Doe-Iowa State Fair.
  • Reserve Champion market Goat-Iowa State Fair.
  • Reserve Grand Champion Market Goat-All-Iowa Showdown.
  • 2 time Reserve Grand Champion Breeding Doe. All Iowa Showdown.
  • 2 time Grand Champion Showmanship-All Iowa Showdown.
  • Grand Champion Market Goat-All-Iowa Showdown.
  • Supreme Grand Champion Breeding Doe-Aksarben Stock Show (National show)
  • 3 time Top Finalist Senior Showmanship-Asksarben Stock Show.
  • 3rd Overall Breeding Doe-American Royal Livestock Show.

Languages

Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Family Farm Worker

Parents Of The Child
02.2020 - Current

Livestock Hand

5 Star Show Goats
02.2017 - Current

High School Diploma -

GTRA
Jadyn Joyce