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Kevin BRIGGS

Kevin BRIGGS

DAIRY FARM MANAGER AND CONSULTANT

Summary

Accomplished Dairy Farm Manager with a proven track record enhancing herd health and productivity through strategic breeding and nutrition programs. Skilled in biosecurity and manure management, I excel in creating efficient, safe work environments. My leadership fosters team cohesion, driving significant improvements in operational efficiency and animal welfare standards and dairy desiqn.always willing to listen to comments and ideas .

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Dairy Farm Manager

Payayen Dairy
10.2023 - Current
  • Developed strategic breeding programs for continuous herd improvement in both genetics and productivity.
  • Supervised construction projects for new facilities or expansions, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
  • . Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks among animals from neighboring farms or wildlife interactions .
  • Enhanced milk production by implementing efficient animal nutrition and feeding strategies.
  • . Managed waste disposal processes according to environmental regulations, ensuring minimal impact on surrounding ecosystems .
  • Managed dairy farm personnel for effective task delegation, scheduling, and overall productivity.

. herd current 880 animals

  • Improved herd health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
  • . Created a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels between employees at various levels within the organization .
  • Optimized milking processes to increase efficiency while maintaining animal welfare standards.
  • Coordinated with vendors to negotiate pricing on feed, supplies, equipment purchases, and services rendered to the farm.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness, complying with industry regulations to ensure quality product output.
  • Collaborated with agricultural extension agents for information sharing on latest advancements in dairy industry technologies or research findings .
  • Implemented preventive maintenance measures on farm equipment, reducing downtime and repair costs.
  • Performed financial analysis of farm operations to identify areas for cost reduction or revenue growth opportunities.
  • Established record-keeping systems to track livestock data for better decision-making in herd management practices.
  • Conducted employee training programs on best practices in dairy farming techniques and safety protocols.
  • Managed operational records, administrative needs and marketing plans to promote business and strengthen revenue streams.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and well-organized greenhouse for optimal productivity and professionalism.
  • Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.

Dairy Farm Manger

Tfms Foods
04.2021 - 10.2023

. 680 cows with 15 staff

  • Developed strategic breeding programs for continuous herd improvement in both genetics and productivity.
  • . Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks among animals from neighboring farms or wildlife interactions .
  • Optimized milking processes to increase efficiency while maintaining animal welfare standards.
  • Enhanced milk production by implementing efficient animal nutrition and feeding strategies.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness, complying with industry regulations to ensure quality product output.
  • Performed financial analysis of farm operations to identify areas for cost reduction or revenue growth opportunities.
  • . Created a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels between employees at various levels within the organization .
  • Improved herd health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.

Dairy Farm Manager

Sunrise
05.2015 - 02.2021

first job in thailand 6.5 years moved for more oppertunity

herd size 580 animals

  • Coordinated with vendors to negotiate pricing on feed, supplies, equipment purchases, and services rendered to the farm.
  • Improved herd health with regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
  • Conducted employee training programs on best practices in dairy farming techniques and safety protocols.
  • Reviewed soil fertility reports to develop customized crop rotation plans that maximized nutrient availability while minimizing erosion risks .
  • corn growling on farm 1,000 ton a year
  • cow feed daily ration planning tmr mix
  • . Implemented biosecurity measures to prevent disease outbreaks among animals from neighboring farms or wildlife interactions .
  • . Managed waste disposal processes according to environmental regulations, ensuring minimal impact on surrounding ecosystems .
  • Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management.
  • Set and improved standard operating procedures to oversee stock management, pond maintenance, and feeding schedules.
  • Oversaw pasture management activities such as seeding, fertilizing, mowing, and irrigation system maintenance .
  • . Created a positive work environment by fostering open communication channels between employees at various levels within the organization .
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness, complying with industry regulations to ensure quality product output.

Dairy Consultant

Gms Rual
01.2005 - 05.2012
  • Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
  • Identified areas of improvement for clients'' operations, implementing
  • targeted solutions to increase productivity.
  • providing feed budgets
  • design staff rosters
  • advise in cow purchasing and checking type details
  • design manure systems
  • staff training and update technical skill
  • provide feed ration for animals
  • help with dairy design

Education

DIPLOMA OF AGRICULTURE - DAIRY AND GENERAL

Goulburn Ovens Institute of Tafe
Victoria Australia
04.2001 -

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF AGRICULTURE AND DAIRY - Agriculture DAIRY AND GENERAL

GOULBURN OVENS INSTITUTE OF TAFE
VICTORIA AUSTRALIA
04.2001 -

CIRCLE OF SAFTEY CHEMICALS AND HANDLING CERT -

ECOLAB
VICTORIA AUSTRALIA
04.2001 -

WHS RISK MANAGEMENT AND SAFE WORK METHODOLOGY -

MD SAFTEY
VICTORIA AUSTRALIA
04.2001 -

Skills

Disease prevention strategies

Emergency Response Planning

Staff Training and Development

Record Keeping Abilities

Animal Health Monitoring

Equipment Operation Proficiency

Manure Management Practices

Reproductive Management Techniques

Animal Nutrition Expertise

Herd Performance Analysis

Forage Production Techniques

Animal Welfare Standards

Biosecurity Protocols Implementation

Genetic Selection Understanding

Team Building and Leadership

Timeline

Dairy Farm Manager

Payayen Dairy
10.2023 - Current

Dairy Farm Manger

Tfms Foods
04.2021 - 10.2023

Dairy Farm Manager

Sunrise
05.2015 - 02.2021

Dairy Consultant

Gms Rual
01.2005 - 05.2012

DIPLOMA OF AGRICULTURE - DAIRY AND GENERAL

Goulburn Ovens Institute of Tafe
04.2001 -

ADVANCED DIPLOMA OF AGRICULTURE AND DAIRY - Agriculture DAIRY AND GENERAL

GOULBURN OVENS INSTITUTE OF TAFE
04.2001 -

CIRCLE OF SAFTEY CHEMICALS AND HANDLING CERT -

ECOLAB
04.2001 -

WHS RISK MANAGEMENT AND SAFE WORK METHODOLOGY -

MD SAFTEY
04.2001 -
Kevin BRIGGSDAIRY FARM MANAGER AND CONSULTANT