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Leonardo Cruzado

Invercargill,STL

Summary

Talented agricultural manager with proven expertise in operations oversight, team leadership and financial administration. Experienced in coordinating activities at all levels to maximize profits and sustain business operations. Work directly with employees to improve strategies and optimize performance.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Manager

Fortuna Group Limited- Puke Rua Dairies
, Invercargill
06.2020 - Current
  • Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
  • Supervised planting, cultivating, harvesting, storage, and marketing activities for all crops.
  • Coordinated the maintenance of farm equipment, machinery, buildings, fences, and other infrastructure.
  • Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
  • Managed employees and subcontractors to meet or exceed cost, yield and quality goals.
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
  • Organized the purchase of supplies such as fertilizer, seed, feed, and other necessary items.
  • Managed budgets and tracked expenses related to labor costs, production costs, fuel costs and more.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
  • Prepared reports detailing operational activities such as labor hours worked per task or acreage harvested each day.
  • Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
  • Maintained records on production output and crop yields in order to make future planning decisions.
  • Inspected fields regularly to ensure proper fertilization levels are maintained.
  • Developed long-term strategies for increasing efficiency while reducing overhead costs associated with running the farm business.
  • Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.
  • Implemented action plans to meet farm-specific and company-set goals.
  • Conducted tours of farm and facilities to provide information and promote public relations
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine when to irrigate crops or apply pesticides.
  • Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
  • Analyzed data from previous growing seasons in order to identify areas for improvement in current season's operations.
  • Provided guidance to staff members on how best to handle difficult tasks or situations encountered during their daily duties.
  • Set long and short-term targets and goals to drive breeding and farrowing success.
  • Developed and implemented a crop rotation plan to optimize soil fertility and yield.
  • Collaborated with senior staff to prepare budgets and financial reports.
  • Complied with practices and principles of biosecurity to safeguard life and health of animals.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations regarding food safety standards.
  • Planned harvest and planting schedules.
  • Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
  • Used recognized breeding practices to direct breeding or raising of stock.
  • Positioned and monitored plant irrigation systems.
  • Inspected facilities and equipment for signs of disrepair, performing necessary maintenance work.
  • Maintained financial, operational and employment records for farms or ranches.
  • Conducted or supervised stock examinations to identify diseases or parasites.
  • Coordinated clerical, recordkeeping and marketing strategies to enhance business operations and boost profits.

Assistant Farm Manager

Fortuna Group Limited-Puke Tahi Dairies
, Invercargill
06.2017 - 05.2020
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
  • Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
  • Monitored livestock health and nutrition levels.
  • Attended conferences related to agricultural issues or innovations.
  • Inspected fields regularly for weed infestations or other problems that could impact crop yield.
  • Supervised the maintenance of farm equipment and machinery.
  • Inspected equipment and facilities to recommend service or repairs.
  • Established safety procedures and took action to minimize safety incidents on farm.
  • Applied knowledge of animal husbandry to meet livestock needs and minimize disease risk.
  • Monitored fields to drive proper irrigation, weed control and pest control.

Assistant Herd Manager

Fortuna Group Limited- Betapahu Farm
, Wyndham
09.2016 - 05.2017
  • Implemented new technologies into existing dairy farming operations for improved efficiency.
  • Supervised staff members responsible for caring for calves from birth through weaning age.
  • Managed farm equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance.
  • Monitoring and maintaining herd records, such as breeding records, milk production records, and animal health records.
  • Monitored environmental conditions within barns to maintain healthy living spaces for cows.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with animals and operating machinery on the farm.
  • Assisted with the daily care and management of dairy cattle herds, including feeding, milking, medicating, and general herd health maintenance.
  • Developed protocols for administering medications to treat various illnesses in cows.
  • Organized herd vaccinations and deworming programs according to best practices standards set by industry professionals.
  • Evaluated feed rations provided to cows based on their individual needs at different stages of lactation.
  • Inspected pastures regularly to identify potential problems or areas needing improvement.
  • Adhered to dairy sanitation procedures to minimize spread of disease, germs and microbes.

Assistant Herd Manager

Genet Partnership
, Dannevirke
07.2013 - 04.2015
  • Monitoring and maintaining herd records, such as breeding records, milk production records, and animal health records.
  • Managed farm equipment maintenance schedules to ensure optimal performance.
  • Monitored environmental conditions within barns to maintain healthy living spaces for cows.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when working with animals and operating machinery on the farm.
  • Assisted with the daily care and management of dairy cattle herds, including feeding, milking, medicating, and general herd health maintenance.
  • Developed protocols for administering medications to treat various illnesses in cows.
  • Conducted routine physical exams of animals to detect any signs of illness or injury.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to employees regarding proper handling techniques for cows during milking process.
  • Organized herd vaccinations and deworming programs according to best practices standards set by industry professionals.
  • Inspected pastures regularly to identify potential problems or areas needing improvement.
  • Adhered to dairy sanitation procedures to minimize spread of disease, germs and microbes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Mindoro State College of Agriculture & Technology
Victoria, Oriental Mindoro Philippines
04-2001

Accomplishments

  • 2023 Nominee for Financial Management Award and We Love Cows Award
  • 2022 Awardee - Supreme Award Fortuna Group Limited
  • 2022 Nominee for Financial Management Award and Health and Safety
  • 2021 Awardee - Supreme Award Fortuna Group Limited
  • 2021 Awardee - We Love Cows Award
  • 2021 Awardee - Financial Management Award Fortuna Group Limited
  • 2021 Nominee - Health and Safety Award Fortuna Group Limited
  • 2017 Nominee - Staff Excellence Award Fortuna Group Limited
  • 2008 First Place- Outstanding Young Farmer Region 4B Department of Agriculture
  • 2007 Top Three Japanese Language Department of Agriculture Young Farmers Program in Japan
  • 2001 Best in On-the Job Training in Perez Piggery Farm

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Farm Manager

Fortuna Group Limited- Puke Rua Dairies
06.2020 - Current

Assistant Farm Manager

Fortuna Group Limited-Puke Tahi Dairies
06.2017 - 05.2020

Assistant Herd Manager

Fortuna Group Limited- Betapahu Farm
09.2016 - 05.2017

Assistant Herd Manager

Genet Partnership
07.2013 - 04.2015

Bachelor of Science - Agriculture

Mindoro State College of Agriculture & Technology

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