Van Brooks

In charge of preparing the land, and getting it ready to plant the seeds and the plants. Cultivated and maintained garden throughout growing season. Monitored water needs, fertilized plants, managed insect pressure, and removed weeds Gathered, washed, packaged, and sold produce to the public, ensuring product quality and customer satisfaction.washing, packaging, and selling the produce to the public. When the growing season is over with I prepare the soil for the next crop season.

• Managed daily operations to ensure smooth business workflow.
• Developed customer service strategies to enhance client satisfaction.

This is the family farm, I worked alongside my Dad in the everyday duties of operating a family farm. I was responsible for looking after livestock, including cattle, and swine. I was responsible for the feeding of the swine,and for caring for them when in farrowing crates with new litters of pigs. With the cattle, I was responsible for the day to day fence maintenance, as well as tending to the health of the cattle as well as the baby calves. Also after crop harvest, was responsible for planting grazing for the cattle to eat during the winter months. Planted row crops in spring, and did harvest during the fall of the year, and was responsible for getting the harvested crops to the markets for selling. Everyday planning, and carrying out the duties that were assigned each day.

.Planned daily farm operations to ensure efficient workflow and task completion. Worked up the fields in the spring, and got soil ready to plant crops in spring. Once the crops were planted I was responsible for the water and nutrient needs of the growing crops. During the growing season I was scouting the fields looking for problems such as weed pressure, the need for insecticides, fungicides, and other needsOperated pivot irrigation systems to maintain optimal crop hydration. performance. In the fall when harvest time was in full swing, was involved in the harvest of the crops, and getting the crops tOversaw vehicle maintenance and repairs to minimize downtime and support farm operations.support farm activities.

• Managed daily farm operations, ensuring efficient resource allocation and workflow.
• Supervised planting and harvesting schedules to optimize crop yield and quality.

Operated all types of farm equipment, in the operation of preparing fields for spring planting. Performed pivot irrigation inspections, and repairs as needed. During the growing season, I was responsible for the application of herbicides, insecticides, fungicides, and fertilizer applications on growing crops. Also looked after pivot irritations as they were in operation to make sure they were operating to full efficiency. During harvest time in the fall, I was responsible for inverting peanuts for harvest, as well as helping in the cotton harvest. At the end of harvest I was helping in the soil preparation for winter cover crop, as well as maintaining equipment for the next year's planting season.

• Operated tractors and farm equipment for planting and harvesting crops.
• Assisted in maintaining irrigation systems to ensure optimal water supply.
• Implemented crop rotation practices to promote soil health and sustainability.
• Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.
• Assisted with the application of fertilizers and pesticides following safety protocols.
• Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
• Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
• Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.

• Designed custom furniture pieces to meet client specifications and preferences.
• Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and resource allocation.
• Collaborated with clients to create personalized woodwork designs and solutions.
• Oversaw inventory management, maintaining stock levels for materials and supplies.
• Implemented quality control procedures to ensure high standards in craftsmanship.
• Utilized woodworking tools and machinery for furniture production and assembly.
• Developed marketing strategies to promote custom furniture offerings to potential clients.
• Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
• Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
• Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.
• Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.