Betty Wells
Horticulturist
Chilliwack,BC
Summary
Adept at enhancing crop yields and team productivity, I leveraged advanced growing practices and leadership skills at Rosedale Greenhouse And Farm. Specializing in Integrated Pest Management and improved crop health, demonstrating a results-driven approach with a focus on quality and efficiency. To work with the community and learn together as we grow our Eco- Tourism Farm
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Grower Labor
Minter Country Gardens
03.2010 - Current
- Coordinated effectively with sales representatives to forecast crop availability accurately and meet customer demands consistently.
- Enhanced crop yield by utilizing advanced growing practices and maintaining optimal environmental conditions.
- Developed effective pruning strategies, leading to healthier plants with increased fruit set and yields.
- Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
- Utilized integrated pest management strategies that minimized pesticide use while ensuring optimal crop protection from pests and diseases.
- Ensured high-quality produce with meticulous attention to harvest timing and post-harvest handling procedures.
- Participated in research trials aimed at identifying new cultivars with improved traits such as yield potential or disease resistance.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Implemented efficient water management practices such as drip irrigation systems, resulting in reduced water usage while maintaining optimal plant health.
- Maintained accurate records of planting dates, fertilization schedules, pest management interventions, and harvest data for future reference.
- Conducted regular field scouting activities to identify potential disease or pest outbreaks early on.
- Managed greenhouse climate control systems, optimizing temperature, humidity, and light levels for ideal plant growth.
- Optimized plant growth by implementing effective irrigation and nutrient management techniques.
- Diagnosed and treated pest and disease problems in plants, shrubs and trees.
- Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
- Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
- Used effective weed control methods, promoting plant growth.
- Purchased supplies such as seed, pesticides, and fertilizer.
Supervisor Grower
Rosedale Greenhouse And Farm
03.1996 - 06.2010
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
- Mixed, all the fertilizers did all the spraying of pesticides and plant growth regulators. Crop timing and Propagation of cuttings and seeds Drove a five ton truck and tractor For spraying the fields. Use the Skidsteer to fill soil bin for pot filling machine Delegated task to 15 to 20 employees on a daily basis.
Education
Skills
- Post-Harvest Handling
- Farm equipment operation
- Weed management
- Integrated Pest Management
- Crop Production
- Fertilizer Application
- Pest Control Expertise
- Crop Irrigation
- Horticultural Knowledge
- Sanitation
- Crop Rotation Planning
- Seed Selection
- Plant Disease Identification
- Plant breeding
- Harvesting
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Communication
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible Schedule
- Hand harvesting
- Plant care and maintenance
- Equipment Operation
- Quality Inspection
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Pesticide Applicator Certificate No 263934
Forklift Certificate
WHMIS CERTIFICATE
Timeline
Grower Labor - Minter Country Gardens
03.2010 - Current
Supervisor Grower - Rosedale Greenhouse And Farm
03.1996 - 06.2010
Chilliwack Secondary School - ,
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