Sammy Benoit

Farmer

Self Employed

2004 - Current

Selected and purchased supplies and equipment such as seed, farm machinery, and livestock.
Maintained and repaired various farming equipment.
Assisted in development of sustainable agricultural practices and policies to reduce waste.
Private applicator card for hazardous chemical application
Proficient with Heavy TracHoe operations, (couple thousand hours)
Experienced in laying and installing underground water lines
Enforced proper storage of crops, fertilizers and materials used in agricultural production.
Utilized chemical and non-chemical methods to protect crops from weeds and pests.
Identified, isolated and treated diverse pests and diseases in crops and livestock.
Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
Budgeted equipment purchases and regular repairs.
Developed and implemented efficient irrigation systems to maximize production.
Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance, and feeding schedules.
Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
Coordinated inventories of seeds, chemicals, plant nutrients and tools to achieve business targets.
Researched pests and diseases common to individual types of stock and developed mitigation plans.
Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.