Ian Botha
General Farm Worker
Bloemhof,NW
Summary
Dedicated General Farm Worker with proven expertise at Kasey Kroeker in crop cultivation and soil preparation. Skilled in maximizing yield through effective irrigation management and pest control. Strong communicator and problem-solver, committed to enhancing farm productivity while ensuring safety and compliance with protocols.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
General Farm Worker
Kasey Kroeker
08.2023 - 12.2025
- Completed daily farm tasks according to established schedules, maintaining a steady workflow and meeting deadlines.
- Prepared harvested crops for sale or storage by cleaning, sorting, grading, packaging, or labeling products accordingly.
- Assisted in the successful harvest of crops by operating various machinery and hand tools.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to continually enhance farming skills and knowledge.
- Reduced waste through efficient use of resources such as water, fertilizer, feed, and energy.
- Monitored weather conditions closely to make informed decisions about planting schedules and fieldwork adjustments as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections for pests and diseases on plants; applied appropriate treatments to maintain overall plant health.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while using chemicals, pesticides, and fertilizers to minimize risks for both workers and the environment.
- Enhanced farm productivity by performing regular maintenance on fences, buildings, and other infrastructure.
- Facilitated soil testing initiatives to assess nutrient levels; applied amendments based on findings to optimize plant growth conditions.
- Improved crop yield by implementing efficient irrigation and fertilization techniques.
- Safely operated heavy machinery including tractors, plows, cultivators, spreaders to complete necessary tasks efficiently.
- Applied nutrients to soil to enhance crop growth and development.
- Harvested crops at proper time for maximum yield and quality.
- Cleared land and prepared soil for planting by tilling, grading and adding organic matter.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Prepared land for planting crops to sow seeds for successful harvests.
- Cultivated fields, maintaining soil to provide crops with optimal growing environments.
- Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
- Participated in local events and activities to promote farm and build relationships with community.
General Farm Worker
C&B Farms
04.2021 - 08.2023
- Supported overall farm operation efficiency through effective communication with supervisors and team members.
- Collaborated with team members during planting season to ensure timely completion of seeding operations across all fields.
- Maximized crop growth potential by properly planting seeds, transplanting seedlings, and applying pest control measures.
- Assisted in the management of greenhouse operations for healthy plant growth throughout various stages of development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oos Moot High School
Rietfontein, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Crop cultivation
Accomplishments
John Deere 8400
John Deere 8410
John Deere 8430
John Deere 8330
John Deere Self Propel Sprayer 4730
John Deere Sprayer 4030R
John Deere 9770 STS Bullet Rotor combine (635 Hydraflex 40ft header)(Corn Head 16 Row 30")
John Deere 8430T
John Deere 8400T
John Deere 4020
John Deere 8760
John Deere 9100
John Deere 9120
Planters :
John Deere 1920 Airdrill (Chain, Hydraulic and air system)(wheat, soybeans, sorghum)
John Deere Max Merge 16 row 30" spacing (Chaind and hydraulic drive) (corn, soybeans and sorghum)
Kelly Diamond Harrow 48ft
John Deere 2430 Chisel Plow Tillage
Chemicals :
Insecticides :
GLyphosae
Lindane
Lambda-Cyhalotrin
Herbicides :
Atrezine
Dicamba
Flumioxazin
Diquat
Roundup
Timeline
General Farm Worker
Kasey Kroeker
08.2023 - 12.2025
General Farm Worker
C&B Farms
04.2021 - 08.2023
High School Diploma -
Oos Moot High School
04.2001 -