Ken Ballou
Canby,OR
Summary
I have been responsible for managing up to 900 acres of almonds in Central California. Currently I am managing 400 acres of almonds while developing 300 acres of hazelnuts in Aurora, Oregon. Strong leadership and forward thinking are qualities I excel in. I effectively supervise numerous employees and concurrent tasks. I am a self-starter and have experience in all phases of orchard production. Being highly motivated as well as good organization skills help me maintain a positive work environment. My goal is to strive to maintain a productive and healthy environment for future generations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Manger
Vetsch Farms Of Oregon
Wasco/ Canby, CA/ OR
04.1999 - Current
Owner and Operator
Ballou Family Farms
Wasco, CA
10.2004 - 04.2019
Irrigation Technician and Production Research Coordinator
Paramount Farming Co
Bakersfield, CA
04.1992 - 10.1998
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering Technology
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, Ca1993
Skills
- Responsible for land acquisitions, ground preparation, planting, Irrigation development and installation, Irrigation and fertigation management, spraying, harvesting operations
- Participate in the budget creation and manage location expenses,
- Manage location records, including on equipment maintenance and field records
- Experience in budgeting
- Ability to troubleshoot and be resourceful
- Process improvement and problem solving skills
- IPM award recipient
- ODA Private Pesticide Applicator
- Managing and leading a staff of both regular and temporary employees
- Procuring crop inputs, including those for production and protection and controlling the inventory
- Provide training to staff in areas of safety, food safety and general work requirements
- Possess extensive agriculture and management background
- Knowledgeable in most types of Irrigation methods, farm equipment operation and general maintenance
- Excellent written and verbal skills
- Willingness to learn and contribute to the success of the farm
- Ability to plan ahead and look at the whole picture
Timeline
Owner and Operator
Ballou Family Farms
10.2004 - 04.2019
Farm Manger
Vetsch Farms Of Oregon
04.1999 - Current
Irrigation Technician and Production Research Coordinator
Paramount Farming Co
04.1992 - 10.1998
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering Technology
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo
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