Jake LaRoque
Spokane,WA
Summary
Accomplished Field Agronomist with a proven track record at Rainier Seeds, WSCIA, and WSDA. I have demonstrated expertise in enhancing crop yields while meeting certification standards, leveraging agrochemical application knowledge and strong problem-solving skills. Achieved in plant nutrition and pest management, contributing to sustainable farming practices. Highly skilled in offering crop care guidance through consultations to foster crop quality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Agronomist
Rainier Seeds
06.2022 - Current
- Practicing the cultivation of reclamation native grass species for certified seed; advising farmers in successfully maximizing yield based on crop needs while in accordance with the Washington Minimum Quality Standards.
Crop and Seed Field Inspector
Washington State Crop Improvement Association
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Ensuring seed crops met the Washington Seed Certification Standards
- Auditorial tasks
Crop and Seed Field Inspector
Washington State Department of Agriculture
05.2019 - 08.2020
- Ensuring seed crops met the Washington Seed Certification Standards
Turf-grass management
Wine Valley Golf Club
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Irrigation, Maintenance, Customer Service
Staff
Northwest Grain Growers
07.2017 - 08.2017
- Port Kelly grain elevator and barge terminal
Irrigation system repairs and assembly
Dunning Irrigation
06.2016 - 09.2016
- Sales, Inventory, Weed and pest management
Education
Washington Pesticide License - Commercial Pest-Control Consultant- Agricultural Weed, Insect, Disease Certified
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural and Food Systems, Agricultural Technology and Production Management
Washington State University
05.2022
Advanced Manufacturing and Welding Technology
SEA Tech Skills Center
Walla Walla, Washington01.2016
Skills
- Soil sample analysis
- Herbicide program management
- Plant Nutrition
- Agrochemical Application Knowledge
- Weed, Insect, & Pest Identification
Service & Leadership
- WSU Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC) Senator, 01/18-05/19, Voting on policy, funding, and community relations.
- WSU Sigma Chi Fraternity Vice President, Recruitment Chairman, Public Relations Chairman, 08/17-05/21
- Future Business Leaders of America National Contest Participant, 08/16-07/17, Awarded WA State 1st Place team Banking and Financial Systems and 2nd Place team Global Business.
Timeline
Field Agronomist
Rainier Seeds
06.2022 - Current
Crop and Seed Field Inspector
Washington State Crop Improvement Association
05.2021 - 08.2021
Crop and Seed Field Inspector
Washington State Department of Agriculture
05.2019 - 08.2020
Turf-grass management
Wine Valley Golf Club
05.2018 - 08.2018
Staff
Northwest Grain Growers
07.2017 - 08.2017
Irrigation system repairs and assembly
Dunning Irrigation
06.2016 - 09.2016
Advanced Manufacturing and Welding Technology
SEA Tech Skills Center
Washington Pesticide License - Commercial Pest-Control Consultant- Agricultural Weed, Insect, Disease Certified
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural and Food Systems, Agricultural Technology and Production Management
Washington State University