Corn Detasseler and Clean up Crew
Kevin Barnard
07.2023 - 08.2023
Remove tassels from the male corn. Exhibited adaptability in adjusting to varied field sizes, plant heights, and row lengths during the entire season. Worked in harsh weather conditions, assisted less experienced students, flexible when completing required tasks and:
- Utilized appropriate protective gear, ensuring personal safety during all stages of the detasseling process.
- Reduced crop damage by carefully navigating between rows while performing detasseling duties.
- Demonstrated strong physical stamina, consistently meeting the demands of long hours spent walking and reaching for tassels in various weather conditions.
- Tracked male and female row planting to detassel correct plants.
- Communicated with coworkers and management to report challenges.
- never missed a day of work and received a bonus for this.
