Blair Greenwood

• Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
• Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
• Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
• Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
• Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular inspections of facilities and equipment.
• Reduced farm expenses by optimizing resource allocation and streamlining operations.
• Successfully negotiated contracts with buyers to secure favorable terms for the sale of farm products.
• Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of necessary materials at competitive prices.
• Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
• Developed advanced understanding of farm operations, purchasing needs, and labor requirements.
• Kept detailed records on crop production, livestock health, equipment maintenance, financial transactions, and employee performance for data-driven decision making.
• Developed long-term plans for crop rotation, soil management, and sustainable farming practices to maintain soil fertility and prevent erosion.
• Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.
• Led team of Number skilled and unskilled farm personnel.
• Boosted overall profitability with effective budget management, cost reduction strategies, and market analysis.
• Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
• Hired, trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
• Enhanced crop yield by implementing effective irrigation and fertilization techniques.

Started as farm hand in 2015 by 2020 was the 2ic for 2 years then moved into the farm manager position