Hayden Lees
Marion
Summary
Passionate agriculture student with hands on farm experience, along with research experience at the Southern Illinois University Carbondale Plant Pathology Department. Experienced working in team settings to support crop production, field trials, and plant disease management, with a strong interest in sustainable agronomic practices.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Plant Pathology at Southern Illinois University
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted in data collection and analysis, ensuring accuracy and consistency in results.
- Organized laboratory materials and maintained equipment for efficient daily operations
- Identifying symptoms of plant diseases, collecting leaf, stem, root, and soil samples.
- Operated soil probes, GPS units for mapping plots, and backpack sprayers for applying fungicides in field trials.
Farmhand
Barrass Farms
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops under supervision of experienced staff.
- Operated farm equipment to assist with daily tasks and improve operational efficiency.
Farmhand
Diederich Farms
03.2021 - 08.2022
- Supported livestock care routines, including feeding, watering, and general health checks.
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
Education
High School Diploma - Crop, Soil, And Environmental Management
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL05-2028
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Marion, IL01-2024
Skills
- Fieldwork experience
- Laboratory operations
- Managing laboratory supplies
- Teamwork and collaboration
Timeline
Undergraduate Research Assistant
Plant Pathology at Southern Illinois University
06.2024 - Current
Farmhand
Barrass Farms
08.2023 - 12.2023
Farmhand
Diederich Farms
03.2021 - 08.2022
High School Diploma - Crop, Soil, And Environmental Management
Southern Illinois University
High School Diploma -
Marion High School
Organizations
Beta Alpha Chapter of Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity
Member January 2025 - Present VNR Planning- August 2025 - Present
Southern Illinois University Collegiate Farm Bureau
Member September 2024- Present
National FFA Organization
Member August 2020- May 2024
Chapter Officer 2021-2024
Section 24 Secretary 2023-20204