Madeline Kinnear
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Madeline Kinnear

EDUCATION
Cornell University, College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Ithaca,
Environmental and Sustainability Science May 2019
Relevant Coursework:
Biology and Evolutionary Ecology, Natural Resource Use, Ecology of Agricultural Systems, Crop Nutrition, Oral Communication
WORK EXPERIENCE
E&J Gallo Winery Livingston, CA
Gallo Vineyard Inc Winegrowing Intern June 2019- Current
? Worked with management and field crews to maintain daily vineyard operations
? Acquired practical knowledge and skills in fixing and maintaining yield monitoring and precision agriculture equipment
? Experienced in largescale agriculture production with a focus on product quality, environmental compliance, and waste water management
Northwest New York Dairy, Livestock and Field Crops Team Cornell Cooperative Extension Mt Morris, NY
Undergraduate Intern June - August 2018
? Worked closely with agronomist and dairy specialist to assist in field sampling and extension to farmer relations
? Presented to Cornell educators on summer project about sulfur nutrient needs for soybean production in New York State
? Attained insect and weed identification skills as well as pest management techniques
Chip Holt Nature Center, Cornell Cooperative Extension Livonia, NY
Assistant Youth Program Coordinator July - August 2018
? Organized daily programs and taught lessons for youth of varying ages that focused on nature and science projects
? Communicated with both parents and youth to address specific topics of learning and areas of interest
? Acquired patients and problem-solving skills necessary for running large education program
Cornell Botanic Gardens Ithaca, NY
Natural Areas Intern June - August 2017
? Maintained and created garden beds that suited the educational and aesthetic purpose of the natural area gardens
? Interacted with visiting public and volunteering youth and senior programs
? Improved plant identification and completed local botany study guide designed for future interns
New York State Agricultural Research Station, Cornell University Plant Pathology Geneva, NY
Undergraduate lab technician June - August 2016
? Interacted with a team as well as independently to complete tasks and set up lab and field crop experiments
? Improved problem-solving skills while working in field, lab, and green house settings
? Became proficient in learning new software for plant disease and field data analysis
Ontario County Cornell Cooperative Extension Canandaigua, NY
4-H Office Assistant May - August 2015
? Assisted in the organization of youth fair entries including arranging judges, ordering supplies, and organizing paper work
? Worked with youth members of various ages to complete their project forms and learn communication skills
? Attained technical skills by compiling data in Excel and creating formulas to calculate budgets
Rosecrest Farm Canandaigua, NY
Farmworker, Livestock Manager 2012-May 2019
? Maintained day to day operations of the farm while also budgeting time for business improvements
? Gained skills in animal nutrition, animal health, equipment use, and working for long periods of time
? Attained public speaking and marketing skills for selling products at markets and giving farm tours to the public
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Varsity Women’s Equestrian Team at Cornell University Ithaca, NY
IHSA Novice Rider, Community Service Chair September 2015 – Present
Student Athletic Advisory Committee Ithaca, NY
Appointed Team Representative September 2017 - Present
Kappa Delta Sorority- Omega Chi Chapter Ithaca, NY
Member January 2017 - Present
Rotary International Youth Exchange Program Queensland, Australia
Youth Ambassador August 2013 – July 2014
SKILLS & QUALTITIES
Skills: Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Plant/Insect Identification, Pesticide Safety Procedures, DC Electrical Installation and Maintenance, Integrated Pest Management Practices