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Charles Bloomberg
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished Farm Manager with over 10 years of experience in optimizing agricultural operations, increasing crop yield, and implementing sustainable practices. Proven leadership in managing large teams and coordinating with suppliers to enhance productivity and profitability.
PROFESSIONAL Experience
Farm Manager | Company A
March 2019 — Present, Fresno, USA
• Developed and implemented a comprehensive crop rotation plan that increased yield by 20% over three years using platforms like FarmLogs and Granular.
• Managed a team of 25 farm workers, ensuring completion of daily tasks such as planting, irrigation, and harvesting within set deadlines using advanced project management tools like Trello.
• Spearheaded the adoption of organic farming practices, resulting in a 15% reduction in chemical use and improved soil health, tracked with soil testing kits and GIS technology.
• Directed the upgrade and maintenance of farm machinery, reducing equipment downtime by 30% using tools like John Deere Operations Center and MyJohnDeere.
• Launched and monitored an automated irrigation system that optimized water usage by 25%, employing advanced irrigation software and real-time data analysis.
• Managed a team of 25 farm workers, ensuring completion of daily tasks such as planting, irrigation, and harvesting within set deadlines using advanced project management tools like Trello.
• Spearheaded the adoption of organic farming practices, resulting in a 15% reduction in chemical use and improved soil health, tracked with soil testing kits and GIS technology.
• Directed the upgrade and maintenance of farm machinery, reducing equipment downtime by 30% using tools like John Deere Operations Center and MyJohnDeere.
• Launched and monitored an automated irrigation system that optimized water usage by 25%, employing advanced irrigation software and real-time data analysis.
Assistant Farm Manager | Company B
August 2015 — February 2019, Salinas, USA
• Assisted in the management of 500 acres of mixed crops, improving efficiency by 18% through strategic planning and daily oversight.
• Coordinated with suppliers and vendors for timely procurement of seeds, fertilizers, and equipment, resulting in a 12% cost reduction.
• Implemented a pest management system that decreased crop loss by 25%, utilizing integrated pest management (IPM) techniques.
• Tracked and recorded farming activities and outcomes using Microsoft Excel and ERP systems, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
• Coordinated with suppliers and vendors for timely procurement of seeds, fertilizers, and equipment, resulting in a 12% cost reduction.
• Implemented a pest management system that decreased crop loss by 25%, utilizing integrated pest management (IPM) techniques.
• Tracked and recorded farming activities and outcomes using Microsoft Excel and ERP systems, facilitating data-driven decision-making.
Farm Supervisor | Company C
June 2012 — July 2015, Bakersfield, USA
• Supervised daily operations across 200 acres, leading to a 10% increase in overall productivity by improving workflow and task assignments.
• Improved labor efficiency by 15% through the implementation of optimized schedules and the use of time-tracking software.
• Coordinated with agronomists to establish soil and crop monitoring systems, enhancing crop health and yield.
• Improved labor efficiency by 15% through the implementation of optimized schedules and the use of time-tracking software.
• Coordinated with agronomists to establish soil and crop monitoring systems, enhancing crop health and yield.
Field Technician | Company D
January 2008 — May 2012, Modesto, USA
• Conducted soil sampling and analysis, providing critical data that improved fertilizer application rates by 10%.
• Assisted in the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, leading to a 15% improvement in water use efficiency.
• Collected and documented crop performance data, facilitating research and development initiatives.
• Assisted in the installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, leading to a 15% improvement in water use efficiency.
• Collected and documented crop performance data, facilitating research and development initiatives.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Management | California State University, Fresno
2008
Expert-Level Skills
Crop Rotation, Organic Farming, Team Management, Supplier Coordination, Equipment Maintenance, Automated Irrigation, Pest Management, ERP Systems, Soil Testing, Project Management, Sustainable Practices, GIS Technology, Strategic Planning, Safety Protocols, Data Analysis, Workflow Optimization