Taylor Jerde
River City Dairy
Northfield,MN
1
Certification
10
years of professional experience
Dependable, ambitious student pursuing Dairy Science degree eager to contribute developed knowledge in all aspects of dairy farming. Skilled in show cattle care and genetics. Adaptable and driven with strong work ethic and motivation to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Work History
Assistant Herd Manager
9 Years 8 Months- Managed health, breeding, and feeding of 350 cows.
- Maintained high-quality healthy dairy cattle and identified and responded to health, environmental and nutritional requirements of cows, heifers and calves.
- Milked over 350 cows daily, investigating machine issues and followed necessary protocols for each cow.
- Assisted with maternity pens and vaccinated all dry cows and newly born calves.
Show Intern
1 Month- Demonstrated enthusiasm and strong communication skill, remaining open to learning new things every day.
- Worked well in team environment as well as independently.
- Maintained high-quality healthy dairy herds and identified and responded to health, environmental and nutritional requirements of cows, heifers and calves.
- Fed, watered and monitored show heifers and cows to keep all stock in peak health and optimal reproductive status.
Agronomy Intern
3 Months- Prepared and presented agronomy related projects and lesson plans for local 4-H youth.
- Traveled to nearby schools, farmers markets, and fairs to educate the public on agronomy.
- Participated in various extracurricular activities to build skills set.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dairy Production, Animal Science
- Elected to Activities Coordinator for Dairy Club in 2020 - 2021
- Elected to Assistant Dairy Judging Chair for Little International in 2020 - 2021
- Relevant Coursework Completed: Genetics & Nutrition
- Dean's List Fall 2018
Skills
Animal Herd Management
Communication
Animal Breeding
Time Management
Leadership
Task Prioritization
Certification
- Artificial Insemination Training - 2019
Timeline
Show Intern
Budjon Farms
06.2021 - 07.2021Read More
Agronomy Intern
University of Minnesota
05.2019 - 08.2019Read More
Assistant Herd Manager
River City Dairy
03.2017 - CurrentRead More
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science from Dairy Production, Animal Science
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