Reference Number: NA-1483882914
Assistant Manager / Herd Manager
Candidate Description:
Andy is a dedicated and knowledgeable dairy professional with lifelong experience working on his family's farm. From an early age, he developed a strong interest in managing the herd and improving its genetics. Over the years, Andy has gained extensive hands-on experience overseeing all aspects of a 900-cow herd, including 350 milking cows. His responsibilities have spanned herd health, breeding, and herd management, making him well-versed in all facets of dairy farming.
Andy has successfully supervised teams of up to 8 people, demonstrating his strong leadership and people-management skills. He excels in managing responsibilities and ensuring smooth operations within the farm. One of his key strengths is his keen ability to quickly identify and address health issues within the herd. His exceptional talent for spotting sick cows allows him to render treatment promptly, minimizing potential losses and maintaining the overall well-being of the herd.
In addition to his health management skills, Andy has a deep understanding of genetics and its role in improving herd productivity. He has a great talent for identifying genetic improvements and strategically incorporating them into the herd to increase efficiency and overall performance. This ability to assess and implement genetic strategies allows Andy to continuously enhance the productivity and sustainability of the herd.
Andy's expertise in herd health, genetics, and people management, combined with his practical experience, makes him a valuable asset to any dairy operation seeking improvements in herd productivity and overall farm efficiency.
Contact Info:
If you would like to consider this candidate for your position, please refer to the Reference Number listed above and contact Kirk Hansen at kirk@hansenagriplacement.com or call 308-382-7370.