Jonathan Villar
Summary
Seasoned Agronomist with a proven track record at several prestigious chilean farming companies as a field manager, improving fruit and crop yield through expert application of Integrated Pest Management and fostering teamwork. Demonstrated success in optimizing plant health, and driving profitability with keen analytical thinking and problem-solving aptitude.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Agronomist
Self Employed Services
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided guidance and recommendations regarding planting and cultivation methods.
- Conducted field visits regularly to monitor crop progress, identify issues early on, and provide expert guidance.
- Prepared detailed reports on agronomic findings, contributing valuable data for use in decision making processes.
Field Manager
Agricola Julia Ltd
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Facilitated field operations through supervision and direction of field personnel over five company orchards.
- Prepared operational budget and directed proper utilization of company resources to improve yields on walnuts (Chandler), table grapes (Timco and Red Globe), cherries (Santina and Lapins) and corn orchards.
- Performed in site quality control inspections on phases of field operations during planting, pruning, irrigation, fertilizing, pest control and harvesting.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to optimize collaboration and achieve desired outcomes.
Blueberries Field Manager
Fundo Catemu
06.2020 - 03.2021
- Performed quality control inspections on three different blueberry organic orchards. Varieties: Jewel, Emerald and Star.
- Facilitated field operations through program planning, supervision and direction of field personnel.
- Ensured consistent quality control by implementing and enforcing safety protocols for organic orchards (Global GAP, Ecocert) across all field operations.
Assistant Manager, Field Operations
Compania Fruticola Alessandrini Ltd
02.2016 - 05.2020
- Field manager and supervisor of new OzBlu blueberry varieties (30 ha), testing their development on an open field cultivation as well as under Haygrove covers.
- Maintained open lines of communication to upper management through weekly detailed agronomical reports, facilitating smooth information flow throughout the organization.
- Implemented international quality control protocols (BRC, Global GAP, Tesco and FSMA) to achieve higher customer satisfaction rates.
- Assistant manager on kiwifruit (Hayward and Dori), table grapes (Thomson and Crimson seedless), plums, apples (Scarlet, Brookfield and Granny Smith) and pears (Packham's and Forelle) orchards (175 ha).
Education
Master of Science - Plant Health
Universidad De Chile
Santiago, Chile10-2015
Agricultural Engineer - Agronomy
Universidad Católica De Temuco
Temuco, Chile08-2009
Skills
- Pesticides and fertilizers programming
- Integrated Pest Management
- Statistical Data Analysis
- Disease diagnosis proficiency
- Organic Farming Practices
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
- Analytical Thinking
- Problem-solving aptitude
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Agronomist
Self Employed Services
09.2023 - 09.2024
Field Manager
Agricola Julia Ltd
06.2021 - 07.2023
Blueberries Field Manager
Fundo Catemu
06.2020 - 03.2021
Assistant Manager, Field Operations
Compania Fruticola Alessandrini Ltd
02.2016 - 05.2020
Master of Science - Plant Health
Universidad De Chile
Agricultural Engineer - Agronomy
Universidad Católica De Temuco
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