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Melvin Michel

Self-employeed
Fort Branch
39
years of professional experience

Dedicated poultry farmer skilled in managing daily operations and optimizing flock health through strong biosecurity practices. Expertise in farm equipment operation and maintenance, also some heavy equipment operation. On Gibson Water Board of Directors and have been for over 25 years.

Work History

Poultry Farmer

38 Years 8 Months
Self-employeed | 09.1987 - 05.2026
  • Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks and ensure flock health.
  • Oversaw breeding programs to enhance production quality and yield of poultry stock.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in poultry care and farm management.
  • Established strong relationships with suppliers for feed, equipment, and veterinary services.
  • Improved poultry farm efficiency by implementing advanced farming techniques and technologies.
  • Maintained proper chicken house temperature and ventilation.
  • Monitored flock for signs of disease or physical distress and culled infirm individuals.
  • Loaded poultry on trucks for trans
  • Loaded poultry on trucks for transfer to processing plants.

Education

Associate of Science - Agricultural Business And Management

Wabash Valley College | Mount Carmel, IL | 1984

Skills

Biosecurity measures
Equipment operation
Water quality maintenance
Data management
Livestock management
Compliance awareness
Record keeping
Team leadership qualities
Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Poultry Farmer

Self-employeed
09.1987 - 05.2026Read More

Wabash Valley College

Associate of Science from Agricultural Business And Management
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Melvin Michel