Francis Botsoe
Dubai
Summary
Diligent Farm Worker with 4 years of hands-on experience performing practical farm duties such as planting, fertilizing and caring for animals. In-depth knowledge of farming equipment operations such as tractors and milking machines. Patient and flexible individual recognized for excellent physical dexterity and strong work ethic. Committed to contributing greatly to farm's success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Worker
City Farms
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and control weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Administered feed supplements to cows and other livestock.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Replaced animals' hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
- Mixed feed, additives, and medicines in prescribed portions to maintain animal health.
- Assisted in farm animal branding, dipping, and shearing.
- Prepared and administered vaccinations and medications to animals
- Worked with farmers to introduce more modern mechanical milking equipment for optimized productivity
- Applied disinfectant solutions and used shovels and water hoses to thoroughly clean animal pens
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order
- Maintained over [2]-acres of farmland by performing various support tasks such as mowing, baling hay, and caring for livestock
- Removed rocks and prepared the soil for planting
- Utilized trucks or carts to move equipment, poultry, and livestock from one location to another
- Used machetes and pruning shears to shear tops and limb tips from trees, improving overall shape and increasing limb growth
- Directed sustainable waste recycling operations to reduce environmental impact
- Maintained and repaired fences, buildings, and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties
Farm Worker
Darko Nyarko Farms
Accra
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Planted crops in fields, helping farmers distribute seeds and plan harvesting schedules.
- Assisted farmers with feeding and watering cows, sheep, goats, and pigs.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Removed rocks and prepare the soil for planting.
- Tended to fruit trees, vegetable plants, medicinal plants, and herbs.
- Maintained over 3-acres of farmland by performing various support tasks such as mowing, baling hay, and caring for livestock
- Promoted animal safety and health by providing proper nutrition, housing, and medical care
- Set up and operated irrigation equipment to apply pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers to crops
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Kwame NKrumah University of Science And Technology
Ghana06.2013
Skills
- Positive Work Ethic
- Knowledge of Crop Cultivation
- Team Building Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Knowledge of Soil
- Experience with Farm Machinery and Equipment
Timeline
Farm Worker
City Farms
04.2018 - 01.2020
Farm Worker
Darko Nyarko Farms
03.2015 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Geography
Kwame NKrumah University of Science And Technology
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