1. Ability to Operate Farm Equipment: Knowledge of tractors, combines, balers, and other farm machinery, as well as the ability to repair and maintain them.
2. Animal Care: Knowledge of animal nutrition, ability to recognize signs of illness, and ability to perform routine animal care tasks such as feeding and grooming.
3. Planting and Harvesting: Knowledge of planting and harvesting techniques, as well as the ability to operate planting and harvesting equipment.
4. Soil Preparation and Fertilization: Knowledge of soil types, soil preparation techniques, and ability to apply fertilizers and pesticides.
5. Irrigation and Drainage: Knowledge of irrigation systems, ability to install and maintain them, and ability to identify and address drainage problems.
6. Crop Monitoring and Maintenance: Ability to monitor crops for signs of disease and pests, and ability to perform maintenance tasks such as weeding and pruning.
7. Record Keeping: Ability to keep accurate records of farm activities, including production, expenses, and labor.
8. Safety: Knowledge of safety protocols and ability to use safety equipment.
9. Communication: Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, colleagues, and customers.
10. Physical Fitness: Ability to perform physical labor for long periods of time.
1. Gardening
2. Cooking with fresh ingredients
3. Fishing and hunting
4. Bird watching
1. Dairy Farm Worker, June 2019 - 2023: Responsible for cleaning the dairy barn, and caring for the animals.
2. Crop Farm Worker, 2006 - 2023: Assisted with planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops.
3. Livestock Farm Worker, 2012 - 2014: Worked with a variety of animals, including pigs, and chickens and domesticated birds. Responsible for feeding, cleaning, and providing general care for the animals.