James (JD) Smith
Berryville,AR
Summary
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in agricultural business and poultry management. Proven ability to foster team collaboration and build strong relationships to drive success. Committed to maintaining a strong work ethic and positive attitude in all endeavors.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Broiler Technician
Tyson Foods
Berryville, Arkansas
08.2025 - Current
- Overseeing/ Managing farms working with growers to meet the needs of Tyson Foods.
- Building strong relationships with growers to advise them to be able to grow an economical and efficient bird for Tyson standards.
- Studying bird behavior on how to adjust environment using light, temp, wind speed, and air to create a comfortable environment for them.
- Evaluating farms on equipment, controllers, bird health, bio security, mortality, etc.
- Working with various teams like hatchery, live haul, plant, feed mill, and grow out to bring bird to harvest size.
Field Service Intern
Farm Credit of Western Arkansas
NWA/ River Valley, AR
05.2024 - 09.2024
- Conducted on-site visits to local farms to assess collateral value, ensuring accurate evaluations to support the loan underwriting process and strengthen client relationships.
- Attended client loan meetings and industry events, expanding professional network and understanding of the agricultural finance landscape
- Collected and analyzed data in FCS database, assisting on inspections, measurements, and plating properties
- Appraised farm property values utilizing market analysis and valuation techniques to support informed lending decisions and risk assessments.
Postal Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
Berryville , AR
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Delivered mail/packages to assigned routes ensuring timely service
- Managed delivery schedules, adapting to route and volume changes to enhance operational efficiency
- Addressed inquiries and resolved delivery issues, building positive relationships with community members and customers
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
University of Arkansas
Fayetteville, AR05-2026
Skills
- Effective communication skills
- Leadership and management
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Animal welfare
- Poultry management
Timeline
Broiler Technician
Tyson Foods
08.2025 - Current
Field Service Intern
Farm Credit of Western Arkansas
05.2024 - 09.2024
Postal Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
05.2021 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Business
University of Arkansas