Adekunle Parakoyi
Johannesburg
Summary
Physically-fit Farm Laborer with great flexibility and willingness to take on any job. Works any hours and in any weather to meet farm requirements. Known for reliability and efficiency. Dedicated Farm Hand with experience assisting farmers with daily tasks. Experience working weekends and evenings outdoors in snow, rain, humidity, and other inclement weather conditions. Tireless Farm Hand with strength and stamina for hard manual labor. Trained in caring for livestock and supporting healthy crop growth. Background includes farm maintenance and wholesale deliveries.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Laborer
Dominion in christ Farm
Mbabane
02.2023 - 02.2024
- Monitored soil conditions and applied fertilizers or pesticides as needed.
- Collected eggs from poultry houses daily.
- Weeded gardens by hand or with hoes when necessary.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, plows, harvesters and other tools.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with produce from the fields.
- Assisted in planting, cultivating, and irrigating crops.
- Tended livestock by providing food and water, cleaning pens, monitoring health status.
- Sorted through produce for quality control purposes prior to packaging.
- Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting barns or repairing fences.
- Harvested and packaged vegetables for shipment to local markets.
- Cut hay bales and loaded them onto trailers for transport to storage areas.
- Cleaned barns, stalls and outbuildings of debris and manure.
- Checked animal enclosures for signs of illness or injury to animals.
- Repaired fences, gates, buildings, and other structures on the property.
- Repaired buildings, fences, and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Cleaned and maintained animal pens by raking up manure and putting down fresh straw and hay.
- Watered and fertilized crops to promote growth for harvests.
- Cultivated soil to refine and prepare for planting.
- Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals.
- Unloaded bags of seed, fertilizer and animal feed and stacked in sheltered locations.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides under supervision, following safety and environmental guidelines.
- Prepared produce for sale and consumption by picking, cleaning, and packing with labels.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
- Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
- Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Assisted in the management and disposal of farm waste, adhering to environmental regulations.
- Supported the farm stand or market, preparing and selling produce directly to consumers.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure all farm operations ran smoothly and efficiently.
Farm Maintenance Worker
Zizi Farm & Poultry
Kokstad
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Maintained a safe work environment at all times by following proper safety protocols.
- Provided assistance with livestock care such as feeding and grooming animals as needed.
- Communicated with management about progress of projects or any issues that arise during work hours.
- Cleaned up debris from fields after harvest season was completed.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were being followed while working on the farm.
- Repaired fences, gates, and other structures on the property.
- Fertilized crops and monitored soil conditions for optimal growth.
- Maintained records of crop production including yields, costs associated with labor, materials and supplies used.
- Assisted in building new structures such as barns or silos when necessary.
- Identified any pest infestations early on so corrective measures can be taken immediately.
- Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
- Fed and watered livestock, ensuring their health and well-being.
- Prepared soil for planting, employing tillage, and fertilization techniques.
- Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and lambing.
Farm Maintenance Worker
Cleveland farm
Lagos
03.1999 - 09.2001
- Sold and delivered plants and flowers to customers.
- Informed farmers or farm managers of crop progress.
- Recorded information about pesticide use, yields or costs.
- Harvested plants and transplanted or potted and labeled.
- Loaded agricultural products into trucks and drove to market or storage facilities.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables by hand.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds and landscaping.
- Administered medications and vaccinations to livestock under supervision.
- Supported the farm stand or market, preparing and selling produce directly to consumers.
- Prepared produce for sale and consumption by picking, cleaning, and packing with labels.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Kept detailed records of crop production, livestock health, and equipment maintenance.
- Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Coordinated with farm management to plan and adjust tasks based on weather conditions and crop needs.
- Assisted in the management and disposal of farm waste, adhering to environmental regulations.
- Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock, including calving and lambing.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of farm management practices that promote sustainability.
Education
Elderly Care Course - Long Term Care Administration
Chilton Care International
Cape Town, South Africa04-2022
Diploma - Advertising & Marketing Management
Oxbridge Academy
Cape Town, South Africa09-2015
Certificate - Customer Relationship Management
University of South Africa
Pretoria03-2012
Coxswain - Seaman
Federal College of Fisheries & Marine Technoloyg
Victoria Island,Lagos,Nigeria06-1995
High School Diploma -
Abesan High School
Lagos Nigeria12-1989
Skills
- Able to lift 90 pounds
- Animal care knowledge
- Soil preparation
- Animal Care
- Teamwork and Communication
- Heavy Lifting
- Poultry care
- Safe equipment use
- Transplantation understanding
- Greenhouse experience
- First Aid Training
- Crop Rotation
- Livestock care
- Building and Structural Repair
- Land Management
- Gardening and Landscaping
- Harvesting techniques
- Crop Harvesting
Affiliations
- Bodybuilding
- Active Exercising
Timeline
Farm Laborer
Dominion in christ Farm
02.2023 - 02.2024
Farm Maintenance Worker
Zizi Farm & Poultry
04.2022 - 11.2022
Farm Maintenance Worker
Cleveland farm
03.1999 - 09.2001
Elderly Care Course - Long Term Care Administration
Chilton Care International
Diploma - Advertising & Marketing Management
Oxbridge Academy
Certificate - Customer Relationship Management
University of South Africa
Coxswain - Seaman
Federal College of Fisheries & Marine Technoloyg
High School Diploma -
Abesan High School
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