Jason Martin
DeBerry
Summary
I have 25 combined years in Forestry with a diverse background that includes privately owned, consulting forestry, government forester, contract forest work, and a 355 acre orchard manager. These experiences have made me well trained in all aspects of agriculture and forestry work and has helped me develop excellent people interaction skills. Experienced with orchard management, including overseeing daily operations and ensuring high-quality fruit production. Utilizes effective leadership and resource management to optimize harvest schedules. Track record of maintaining orchard health and fostering team collaboration. Strong skills in personnel management, quality controls and budgeting, with emphasis on efficiency and productivity. Demonstrated ability to drive improvements in crop yield and quality while maintaining compliance with agricultural regulations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Orchard Manager
Panola Orchard & Gardens
09.2017 - Current
- Manager of 90 Acres of Commercial shipped Blueberries
- 20 Acre Peach Orchard, 5 Acre U-Pick
- Strawberries, 4 Acre U-Pick Blackberries, 4 Acre U-Pick Blueberry Field, and 10 Acre Christmas Tree
- Supervisor of 3- 5 employees
- Scheduled maintenance and repairs on orchard equipment when needed.
- Assisted with harvesting operations by supervising workers and ensuring quality standards were met.
- Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback on areas of improvement.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors supplying goods and services required by the orchard.
- Current Private Pesticide Applicator License for Texas
- Maintained accurate records of harvest yields and other data related to orchards.
- Organized and coordinated the daily activities of orchard workers.
- Evaluated tree health regularly, addressing issues promptly to minimize losses from diseases or pests.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.
- Oversaw equipment maintenance schedules, ensuring optimal functioning and minimizing downtime in the field.
- Enhanced fruit quality with careful monitoring of irrigation and fertilization practices.
- Optimized harvest yields by coordinating seasonal labor force and equipment usage.
- Improved orchard productivity by implementing efficient pruning and thinning techniques.
Forester
Muslow Forestry
01.2006 - 09.2017
- Cruised and Marked Timber for Land Owner Management Plans
- Analyzed data from remote sensing devices such as aerial photographs and satellite imagery.
- Performed silvicultural treatments such as thinning, pruning, planting trees, prescribed burning.
- Inspected logging sites to ensure that best management practices are being followed.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to forest landowners and managers on forest management plans.
- Monitored environmental compliance with state and federal regulations related to forestry operations.
- Established short- and long-term plans for forest management to maintain forest lands and resources.
- Increased timber production with careful selection of tree species for optimal growth rates and market value.
- Supported stand improvement, thinning and economic projects by marking timber.
- Used aerial photos, GPS data, and satellite maps to locate forest plots.
- Assessed tree health regularly, identifying disease outbreaks early to minimize losses from pests and pathogens.
- Planned efficient harvest operations that maximized yield while minimizing environmental impacts such as soil compaction or sedimentation in waterways.
Forest Technician
Barksdale AFB
03.2003 - 01.2006
- Worked with Base Forester to manage 22000 acres of Timber
- Certified Type 2 Wildland
- Firefighter
- Worked with wildlife biologists in managing wildlife food plots and base hunting seasons
- Assisted in the development of forest management plans for timber harvesting operations.
- Monitored forest health by surveying for pests, diseases or other threats to the ecosystem.
- Conducted site inspections before logging activities commenced, ensuring adherence to safety standards as well as proper permit acquisition.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations like storm damage or invasive species outbreaks, taking swift action to mitigate impacts on forest health.
- Employed advanced technology tools like GPS devices to track work progress efficiently.
Forester Tecnician
Roy O. Martin
09.2000 - 03.2003
- Arc Gis mapped all company lands
- Monitored environmental compliance with state and federal regulations related to forestry operations.
- Prepared reports summarizing data collected during field visits.
- Applied geospatial technology tools, including GIS and remote sensing, to analyze forest data for improved management decisions.
Education
Master's in Business Administration -
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA08.2000
Bachelor's in Science in Forestry -
Louisiana Tech University
Ruston, LA03.1999
Skills
- Training
- Scheduling
- Inventory
- Operations
- Payroll
- Microsoft Word (10 years)
- Inventory Management
- GIS
- ArcGIS
- Irrigation Systems
- Customer Relations
- Pest Control
- Allocating resources
- Machinery Operation
- Disease Identification
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Staff Management
- Task coordination and prioritization
- Problem-Solving
- Customer relations
- Disease identification
- Pest control
Accomplishments
- Board of Directors Texas Christmas Tree Association (2022-2024)
Affiliations
- Beekeeping
Certification
Private Pesticide Applicator License for Texas, 10/2012, 10/2022
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Orchard Manager
Panola Orchard & Gardens
09.2017 - Current
Forester
Muslow Forestry
01.2006 - 09.2017
Forest Technician
Barksdale AFB
03.2003 - 01.2006
Forester Tecnician
Roy O. Martin
09.2000 - 03.2003
Master's in Business Administration -
Louisiana Tech University
Bachelor's in Science in Forestry -
Louisiana Tech University
Assessments
- Business math, Proficient, 12/2019, Using basic math to solve problems in a business context.
- Office manager, Proficient, 12/2019, Scheduling and budgeting
Personal Information
- Relocation: Anywhere
- Title: Forester/Farm Manager
Certificate of Accreditation (TFA)
Recognized as a degreed forestry professional who has met the educational and experience requirements established by the Texas Accredited Forester Council of the Texas Forestry Association.
January 5, 2022
Member No. 176
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