Travis J. Mitchell
Tallassee
Summary
With a proven track record, I excelled in enhancing livestock management and pasture maintenance, boosting operational efficiency. Skilled in both teamwork and adaptability, I led teams to achieve significant improvements in animal health and resource utilization, demonstrating a strong commitment to agricultural excellence and sustainable practices. Hard worker with proven knowledge of agriculture, farm maintenance, and animal care. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the Ranch Manager role on your team.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Ranch Operations Consultant
Personal Consulting
Stephenville, TX - Attapulgus, GA
08.2024 - 01.2026
- Designed and implemented adaptive rotational grazing systems to improve forage utilization and soil health.
- Transitioned operations toward regenerative ranching practices emphasizing rest‑and‑recovery cycles.
- Developed cross‑fencing layouts and water distribution systems for intensive grazing management.
- Advised on herd health protocols, nutrition planning, and breeding program development.
- Conducted operational assessments focused on sustainability and long‑term profitability.
Ranch Manager
4C Chapman Ranch
Avery, TX
01.2019 - 07.2024
- Managed daily operations of a 20,000 acres ranch consisting of 800+ head cow/calf and 500+ stocker steer to including livestock health and nutrition, pasture management and maintenance of fences, barns, and other structures.
- Performed minor repairs around the property such as fixing gates or broken fence posts.
- Responded quickly to emergencies involving livestock injury or illness.
- Maintained accurate records of stock movements between pastures and sale yards.
- Trained new employees in proper care of livestock and handling procedures.
- Scheduled routine maintenance of machinery used in daily operations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for feed, hay, fencing materials, veterinary services.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities to identify any potential hazards or repairs that need attention.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from damage by insects or wildlife.
- Researched best practices in sustainable agriculture techniques to maximize efficiency of resources used on the ranch.
- Monitored pastures for overgrazing or underutilization to ensure optimal land usage.
- Managed payroll records for ranch personnel.
- Hired, supervised and train support workers.
- Monitored activities, such as irrigation, chemical application, harvesting, milking, breeding and grading, adhering to safety regulations and standards.
- Supervised stock examinations to identify diseases and parasites.
- Prepared reports detailing activities performed on the ranch each day, week, monthly.
- Provided customer service support when needed at events held on the ranch property.
Ranch Manager
Dozier Farms
Tallassee, AL
11.2013 - 01.2019
- Managed daily ranch operations of a 600 + head cow/calf operation.
- Managed several ranch hands and farm workers.
- Managed daily operations of a ranch, including livestock health and nutrition, pasture management and maintenance of fences, barns, and other structures.
- Maintained accurate records of stock movements between pastures and sale yards.
- Researched best practices in sustainable agriculture techniques to maximize efficiency of resources used on the ranch.
- Monitored pastures for overgrazing or underutilization to ensure optimal land usage.
- Supervised construction of farm and ranch structures, such as buildings, fences, drainage systems, wells, and roads.
- Monitored activities, such as irrigation, chemical application, harvesting, milking, breeding and grading, adhering to safety regulations and standards.
General Ranch Hand
Creek Plantation
Martin, SC
08.2012 - 11.2013
Custom Hay Production Manager
Henderson Farms LLC
Wauchula, FL
01.2005 - 08.2012
- Managed a custom hay baling and grass planting operation.
- Managed 2-3 employees daily.
- Baled 15,000-20,000 bales of dry hay, haylage and planting grass annually.
- Consulted with customers on field production.
- Assisted in oversight of 200-300 head of cattle to include daily checks.
Ranch Hand
Univ of Florida Cattle and Research Station
Wauchula, FL
08.1998 - 03.2005
- General ranch hand under Dr. Finley Pate.
- Research Assistant under Dr. Martin Adjei to study effects of mole crickets on forage grasses.
- Research Assistant under Dr. Bill Brown to study hay maturity/ digestability trials in cattle.
- Research Assistant under Dr. John Arthington to study protein feeding, mineral feeding and hay trials with cattle.
- Research Assistant under Dr. Paul Mislevy to conduct forage trials and mob grazing trails.
- Trained in field collection techniques.
Grove Irrigation Specialist
Overlook Groves Inc.
Wauchula, FL
03.2002 - 01.2005
- Monthly checks and maintenance of diesel and electric power units.
- Monitored four weather stations during peak times of production.
- Fertigation.
- Promoted to supervisor of hay/ forage production and implemented hay production operation to include purchasing of equipment, vendor communication, daily checks and all harvesting production.
- Oversight of 2500 acres of orange groves and 500 acres of hay field.
Education
General Studies -
South Florida State College
Wauchula, FL01-2012
High School Diploma - undefined
Hardee Senior High
FL01-2005
Skills
- Facility Cleaning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Pasture Management
- Facilities Maintenance
- Animal Record Maintenance
- Disease Prevention
- Assignment Delegation
- Livestock management
- Irrigation system
Certification
Ranching for Profit School, OKC August 2020
Timeline
Ranch Operations Consultant
Personal Consulting
08.2024 - 01.2026
Ranch Manager
4C Chapman Ranch
01.2019 - 07.2024
Ranch Manager
Dozier Farms
11.2013 - 01.2019
General Ranch Hand
Creek Plantation
08.2012 - 11.2013
Custom Hay Production Manager
Henderson Farms LLC
01.2005 - 08.2012
Grove Irrigation Specialist
Overlook Groves Inc.
03.2002 - 01.2005
Ranch Hand
Univ of Florida Cattle and Research Station
08.1998 - 03.2005
High School Diploma - undefined
Hardee Senior High
General Studies -
South Florida State College