Sara Hirsch

Seasoned Farmer/Rancher and Feed Mill Operator with a robust background in farm operations management and crop management. Developed aptitude for crop development, harvesting, and business procedures resulting in profitability. Skilled in farm machinery operation and adept at establishing schedules, delegating work and overseeing employee performance to achieve production goals. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills.

Farmer/Rancher at Les Hirsch Ranch (2008-08 – 2026-05)

• Performed regular inspections of fields to evaluate crop readiness and adverse weather effects.
• Conducted regular health checks on livestock, administering medical care when needed.
• Created and executed effective irrigation systems for optimal yield.
• Trained and supervised farmhands in proper use of farm equipment and safety protocols.
• Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATV's.
• Operated and maintained a variety of equipment and implements such as tractors, front end loader, telehandler, swather, sprayer, huybuster, and more.

Feed Mill Operator at Tri-State Alfalfa Cubes (2008-08 – 2026-05)

• Observed machine operations to detect issues and performed troubleshooting accordingly.
• Operated equipment such as front-end loaders, telehandler, and tractors regularly.
• Trained and supervised junior colleagues on proper machine operations.
• Delivered finished products in a timely manner that met quality feed standards and customer requirements.
• Handled customer orders efficiently and prepared bulk feed for delivery.

Bachelors in Criminal Justice/Sociology – Moorhead State University at Moorhead