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DYLAN KOOLHAAS

Escalon

Summary

Agriculture professional with hands-on experience in dairy operations and diversified crop production, including citrus, coffee, and row crops. Skilled in irrigation management, crop monitoring, and field operations with a strong background in agricultural business and practical farm management.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Citrus Operations Assistant

Mahi Pono
08.2025 - 04.2026
  • Contribute to diversified crop production—including citrus, coffee, and row crops—within a large-scale operation at Mahi Pono.
  • Support irrigation management, planting, harvesting, and equipment operation to drive efficient, high-performing field operations.
  • Proactively monitor crop health and field conditions to optimize yield, input use, and long-term soil productivity.
  • Partner with agronomy and operations teams to streamline workflows, improve resource efficiency, and advance regenerative agriculture initiatives focused on sustainability and responsible land stewardship.

Orchardist

Koolhaas Orchards
08.2017 - 08.2025
  • Manage daily orchard operations, including irrigation scheduling, harvest logistics, and field prep
  • Maintain and operate agricultural equipment for year-round orchard management
  • Contribute to sustainable almond production practices on a multi-generational family farm
  • Developed a strong work ethic and practical knowledge of tree crop systems

Ranch Hand

River Oak Dairies
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Entered breeding, calving, and milk production data into DHI Plus herd management system
  • Maintained herd records for performance tracking and decision-making
  • Collaborated on health monitoring and daily livestock care

Ranch Hand / Irrigation Manager

Koolhaas Dairy
12.2017 - 08.2023
  • Supported daily dairy operations, including milking, feeding, and herd health monitoring
  • Managed corn silage irrigation using siphon, flow pipe, and flood systems
  • Scheduled and regulated water delivery for optimal crop performance and soil conservation
  • Assisted with vaccinations, calving, and equipment repair

Education

Bachelor of Science - Agri-Business

Dordt University
Sioux Center, Iowa
05-2025

Skills

  • Dairy Herd Management
  • Orchard & Row Crop Operations
  • DHI Plus Herd Software
  • Irrigation Systems: Siphon, Flow Pipe, Flood
  • Equipment Operation: Tractors, Skid Steers, etc
  • Crop Logistics & Harvest Planning
  • Microsoft Excel & Google Sheets
  • Time Management & Team Collaboration

Timeline

Citrus Operations Assistant

Mahi Pono
08.2025 - 04.2026

Ranch Hand

River Oak Dairies
05.2024 - 08.2024

Ranch Hand / Irrigation Manager

Koolhaas Dairy
12.2017 - 08.2023

Orchardist

Koolhaas Orchards
08.2017 - 08.2025

Bachelor of Science - Agri-Business

Dordt University
DYLAN KOOLHAAS