Adrian Joynt
Welshpool,Powys
Summary
A dedicated professional with extensive practical experience in Combinable Crop, Beef, Sheep and Dairy. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and possesses an excellent understanding of budgeting and accounting. As a member of the Basis Professional Register, consistently delivers high-quality results in combinable crop production. Committed to drive efficiency and innovation in the agricultural sector.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work history
Farm Manager
Apley Estate
Shifnal, Shropshire
11.2010 - 12.2025
- Prepared annual budgets to manage farm finances effectively.
- Prepared reports on farm performance, providing insights for strategic decision-making and future planning.
- Developed and implemented crop rotation plans, optimising soil health and maximising yield potential.
- Responsible for grain and livestock sales and all input purchasing.
- Designed and implemented large scale Higher Tier Stewardship and SFI agreements.
- Responsible for Health and Safety and Farm Assurance.
- AHDB Cereals and Oilseeds Monitor Farm 2016-2018
Farm Manager
Walford and North Shropshire College
Shrewsbury, Shropshire
01.1999 - 10.2010
- Managed daily operations of farm activities ensuring optimal crop production and livestock health.
- Evaluated crop and livestock performance regularly to identify areas for improvement.
- Oversaw financial planning and budgeting for farm operations to maintain profitability.
- Reported financial performance and proposals for the longer term development of the business to the Board of Governors.
- Responsible for for Health and Safety and Farm Assurance.
- Liaised with Academic staff to provide a learning environment that demonstrated best practice.
Assistant Farm Manager
T A Ranson and Sons Ltd
Guildford, Surrey
09.1987 - 01.1999
- Dairy and beef farm
- Monitored livestock health and welfare implementing best practices for care and management.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities to maintain operational integrity.
- Promoted animal welfare for a healthy and productive livestock.
- Monitored animals prior to, during and post-parturition to assist with associated husbandry.
Education
BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection - Agronomy
BASIS
04.2012 -
HND - Agriculture
Harper Adams
Newport, Shropshire 09.1984 - 06.1987
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Excellent understanding of budgeting and accounting
- Member of the Basis Professional Register
- Presented at Seminars and Conferences in the UK and abroad
- Extensive practical experience in Beef, Sheep, Dairy and Combinable crop production
Timeline
BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection - Agronomy
BASIS
04.2012 -
Farm Manager
Apley Estate
11.2010 - 12.2025
Farm Manager
Walford and North Shropshire College
01.1999 - 10.2010
Assistant Farm Manager
T A Ranson and Sons Ltd
09.1987 - 01.1999
HND - Agriculture
Harper Adams
09.1984 - 06.1987