J Francisco Castaneda. Mba, Cca, Pca

J Francisco Castaneda has a diverse work experience in the agricultural industry. J Francisco currently serves as the Vice President Operations at Growers Transplanting, Inc., where they oversee and directs field and nursery operations across multiple facilities and regions. J Francisco also works on budgeting, capital expenditure initiatives, and manages contracts with Farm Labor Contractors.

Prior to their current position, Castaneda worked at Sea Mist Farms, starting as a Production Assistant and progressing to the role of Ag Production Manager. In these roles, they managed farming operations for a large acreage, including organic and conventional production systems. J Francisco also supervised pest control operations, seed planting, and ensured compliance with agricultural regulations.

Before Sea Mist Farms, Castaneda worked as an Agronomy Specialist at Agroproductos Eradia, where they provided advisory services to local growers in crop production and sales coordination.

J Francisco Castaneda completed their education history as follows:

In 2004-2009, they obtained a Bachelor's degree in Agricultural Engineering from Tecnológico de Monterrey.

In 2008-2009, they participated in an Exchange Program at The University of British Columbia, focusing on Land and Food Systems.

From 2016 to 2020, they pursued a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) with a specialization in Finance at the University of South Dakota Beacom School of Business.

Additionally, they earned several certifications to enhance their professional expertise, including a Nitrogen Management Certificate for CCAs from the California Department of Food and Agriculture CDFA in February 2015, an International Certified Crop Adviser accreditation from the American Society of Agronomy in July 2014, a Pesticide Safety Trainer certification from the University of California, Agriculture and Natural Resources in March 2014, and an Agricultural Pest Control Advisor designation from the California Department of Pesticide Regulation in January 2010.