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APPRENTICES WANTED: Apprenticeship opportunities at Quiet Creek Farm, certified organic CSA located at the Rodale Institute in Kutztown, PA. Full- season (April – October) and summer positions available. Education provided through on-farm training, and participation in SAITA, (Sustainable Agriculture Intern Training Alliance). Stipend of $950 - $1050 per month, based on experience. Will assist to find affordable housing. We ask for 8 hours per day, 5 days a week. Work involves planting, weeding, harvesting, washing, and crop production tasks. Contact Aimee Good at goodfarmers@enter.net or 610-285-4678 for more information. PA Sunfield Farm is an 81 acre, biodynamically run educational farm on the Olympic Peninsula in WA state, seeking full-time dedicated apprentices for our 2008 season (April to November): weekly stipend, end-of-contract bonus, and on-site housing. Train with experienced biodynamic farmers through our 50 member CSA, market gardens, animal husbandry, educational programing (for all ages), seed-saving, land stewardship, biodynamic principles and practices, and all practical aspects of sustainable agriculture. If you have an interest in biodynamic agriculture and are serious about this truly unique and enriching opportunity, we look forward to meeting you! Tammy Betzko @ 360-385-3658, tammybetzko@yahoo.com. WA ANCHOR RUN CSA in Wrightstown, PA seeks apprentices for the 2008 farming season, April 1st through mid-November. Apprentices work alongside the farmers in all aspects of farming. Must be self-motivated and able to work long hours in various weather extremes. Anchor Run CSA grows produce for 175 shares. We are less than an hour’s drive from Philadelphia. We offer housing and a stipend of approximately $150/week. For more information visit our website: www.anchorrunfarm.com. To apply contact Tali: 215-598-1519, tali1968@gmail.com. PA Interns needed to assist with all aspects of sustainable vegetable production (on four acres) and marketing (through a 75-member CSA, two farmers markets, and several restaurants) at Evensong Farm in historic Sharpsburg, MD ( www.evensong-farm.com ). Positions available April through October. Interns receive: a stipend of $150/week; housing; produce, eggs and occasional meat from the farm; and educational opportunities (including on-farm instruction/discussions and visits to local farms). Contact Mary Cottone, Garden Manager, at mary@evensong-farm.com for more information and an application. MD Looking for 2 full time workers with a commitment to growing organically and providing our restaurant and our retail market with high quality produce. 40 acre certified naturally grown vegetable and fruit production and restaurant. Opportunity for growth and development of own ideas, including participatingin farmer's markets. Looking for highly motivated people to help expand business. Housing a possibility. Send resume to patowmackfarm@megapipe.net. VA Seeking Post-doctoral Scientist in Agroecology at Penn State University. Interdisciplinary study on weed population management and dynamics, arthropod community, soil quality indicators, nutrient cycling and agronomic properties in organic cropping systems. The successful candidate will serve as project manager, analyze weed, arthropod, soil C and N, agronomic, environmental and economic data; collaborate with other investigators on project to publish findings, and participate in extension and grant-writing activities. PhD in weed-, arthropod-, soil- or agro-ecology. Please send CV and list of 3 references to Mary Barbercheck, meb34@psu.edu. For further information, contact Dave Mortensen, dmortensen@psu.edu. PA FARM MANAGER WANTED Organic farm two hours from NYC. Salary, insurance, manager's house provided. March 15, 2008 - November 15. Year-round preferred, couples welcome. 50 acre historic farm (13 acres open) in private valley, mountain view. Stone Ridge, NY. The farm sells to local and NYC farmers' markets and restaurants. APPLICANTS should have extensive experience with organic vegetable, fruit farming. They use computers and work 70 hours/ week. Ideal person is outgoing, with vision and business sense. Couples welcome. For more information, email esopuscreekfarm@gmail.com, call 917-309-7511. TO APPLY send resume, three references and requirements. Other positions available. NY Apprentice Positions at Red Fire Farm Three apprentice positions open for the 2008 season. Candidates should have some prior experience with vegetable growing. Apprentices learn how to farm vegetables and berries in an efficient and profitable way at the 25-acre scale. Each apprentice will operate tractors and other farming equipment, lead field crews, run a weekly CSA distribution and participate in the CRAFT farmer-training program. Candidates considering a commitment of 2 or more seasons are preferred. Compensation includes housing, food, stipend ($800/month), and health insurance. Contact Ryan: 413-467-7645, redfirefarm@gmail.com or visit www.redfirefarm.com. MA A 5,000 acre private Montana ranch/fly fishing lodge looking for a ranch hand for the 2008 season. Employment starting May 1- Sept. 20. Job duties include irrigation, field preparation and hay harvesting, weedwacking, lawncare maintenance, equipment and vehicle maintenance, general daily ranch cleanup & maintenance. 40 Hours a week. Must have a valid driver's license. Wage depending on experience. Possible housing arrangements. We are looking for a responsible person who has initiative, integrity, a great work ethic and a passion to be under the big sky! Please send resume, references and a current picture to: Dome Mountain Ranch, Attn: Jim or Lennae, 2017 US Hwy 89 South, Emigrant, MT 59027, www.domemountainranch.com, Email: lenthepirate@yahoo.com, Phone: 406-333-4361. MT Shepherd/Milker: Positions available at a start-up organic farmstead sheep cheese dairy located in Watsonville, CA. There will be one full-time position with responsibilities including help with facilities construction, daily sheep milking, animal husbandry, pasture rotation, and irrigation of pastures. A part-time job (or jobs) will entail running a stall at local farmers' markets and deliveries to restaurants and vendors, plus two to three shifts weekly in the milking parlor. Compensation will be an hourly wage dependent upon experience. For more information contact: Rebecca King, Garden Variety Cheese, rebeccajaneking@gmail.com, 831-406-0213, www.ardigasna.blogspot.com, CA Fernandes Farm Inc. is seeking a Commercial farming Supervisor/Manager starting for 2008 Season! Fernandes Farms Inc. In Tulare, CA farms 3500 acers of Corn, Alfalfa, and Wheat,for their Dairy operation. The manager will help in the harvest of Silage corn and wheat, and Alfalfa(Cut,Rake,& Bale. Mechanical experience around harvest equipment is needed. This is a Full-time position with benifits and transportaion, salery will be negotiated based on experience. For more info please contact Frank at dfernand1@juno.com or call 559-308-1079. CA Internships available. The Ecosystem Farm of the Accokeek Foundation is an 8-acre certified organic vegetable farm (including blueberries, strawberries, figs, culinary herbs, and cut flowers) on the banks of the Potomac River in Piscataway National Park. We use solar power for irrigation and for potable well water. We operate an 80-household CSA. Internship starts March and ends in December. We hire two or three individuals for each growing season as apprentices in the Jean Wallace Douglas Center for Land-Based Training. This is an intensive "land-based training" program in organic vegetable production, with opportunities to work in livestock production, for those who have a serious desire to pursue farming as a way of life. Our goal is to practice and demonstrate sustainable agriculture. The work is challenging physically, mentally, and emotionally, although thorough instruction is provided in a safe, organized, and nurturing manner. Accordingly, safety and personal accountability are expected to be taken very seriously. View full description and application instructions @ www.accokeek.org. MD Organic Farm Internship positions available on 8 acre diversified farm. Cure Organic Farm is looking for 2 interns to join us this season in growing food for our CSA, Farmers markets, restaurants and self serve farm stand. Qualified candidates will have a strong desire to run their own small commercial farm one day and be dedicated to the farming lifestyle. Check out www.cureorganicfarm.com for full details. CO Maveric Heritage Ranch Co. in SE South Dakota seeks an individual or couple for an apprenticeship. We are a diversified farm promoting endangered livestock, food plots, alternative building and energy and all manner of sustainable agriculture. We are actively involved in Slow Food, Local Foods, ALBC and other organic/sustainable organizations. The person (people) we seek will be interested in making a long term commitment to training and developing themselves & the ranch. Partnership may be offered to the right person(s). Apprenticeship includes monthly stipend, meals and housing. Many opportunities exist at Maveric for developing your skills and your future. Email maveric9@hotmail.com. SD Internship applications for the 2008 season now being accepted at Maveric Heritage Ranch Co. South Dakota. We raise endangered livestock, primarily swine. Intern will work directly with animals to develop husbandry skills and participate in on-farm research with alternative crops and methods. Monthly stipend & board included.College credit possible. Email maveric9@hotmail.com. SD Seeking expert advice on blueberry production. A well funded group of investors is seeking to establish a blueberry farm outside of Shanghai, China, utilizing native US blueberry plants from New Jersey or nearby States. We are aware of the significant challenges and are thus seeking an expert to assist with the overall project, which would require travel to China. Inquiries regarding detailed responsibilities and compensation package should be addressed to Michael Rosenthal at mjrasiapacific@hotmail.com. Wanted – Interns/Ag students to design, develop, and implement a sustainable agriculture enterprise. I’ll provide land, equipment, and even lodging on an 80 acre non-active farm in Potter County, Pennsylvania. You provide ideas, vision, and hard work. We’ll share the successes and failures. Ideal opportunity for recent graduates seeking to apply their education while still acquiring the experience and resources necessary before starting their own agricultural operation. Willing to partner with educational or other non-profit entities. Email me for additional information at mark.chambers@adelphia.com. PA Massachusetts Certified Organic Market Garden Seeks Apprentice The current position is for part time help on a certified organic farm, 24-35 hours per week involved with all aspects of organic fruit, cut flower and vegetable production as well as Farmers' Market sales and marketing. Duties include hand cultivation, transplanting, harvesting and grounds maintenance. Mondays and Wednesdays are the preferred farm work days, Fridays and Saturdays (6:00 AM to 2:00 PM) are required. The ideal candidate loves to work outside in all types of weather, has excellent physical conditioning and enjoys working with plants and people. Housing is not available on the farm. Contact Dan Pratt dporganic@aol.com or (413) 584-5552, Astarte Farm, 123 West St., Hadley, MA 01035. MA Looking for full time help on Certified naturally Grown vegetable farm in Northern Illinois for 2008 growing season. Some experience preferred, but will train. We sell at two farmers markets, a roadside stand, and a CSA. Need someone willing to work in all areas of our farm. Contact us via email:tomatos@mc.net. IL Apprenticeships, internships, full and part time positions. Established in 1991, MITP is a small, diverse, sustainable, permaculture, organic farm where the relationship of people to nature is constantly explored in a myriad of ways that include animals, crops, self-sufficiency, sustainability, conservation of heirloom vegetable varieties and seeds, conservation of historic livestock and traditional and modern farming techniques; all while attempting to fill the needs of today’s culture and society. This is a good position for someone who wants a full, deep understanding of small, very varied modern homestead-like farming. For more information please visit www.mooninthepond.com/programs.html. MA Looking to hire a seasonal, full-time manager for a research project investigating organic, grafted tomatoes! Responsibilites include: irrigation, pruning, harvesting, overseeing part-time staff while learning about using grafting techniques to improve heirloom tomato disease resistance and season extension in the organic systems. The position is located in Goldsboro, NC at the Center for Environmental Farming Systems (www.cefs.ncsu.edu/tomato.htm). Housing on-site in close proximity to sustainable farming interns and apprentices at the Center can be arranged if desired. Hourly wage. March-September 2008. Please forward your resume with a letter of interest to <mary_peet@ncsu.edu>. NC Wanted: Farm Manager to help a non-profit, social service agency in East-Centeral Indiana with its newly formed 50 member CSA. This position begins in March 2008. Qualifications: farming experience, familiarity with organic vegetable production and CSA operations and possess ability to work with volunteers. Weekly stipend with housing and utilities paid! Profit sharing opportunities available. Email reply to scottb@cfmh.org or apply on line at www.cfmh.org or call for more info (765) 641-8286. IN 2008 Intern Positions available. Learn about soils, greenhouse/hightunnel, drip irrigation, CSA, Farmers Market, food preservation and more.. See our website for more details: circleagarden.com. CO Interns Wanted! We are seeking two farm interns for our farm in NW Georgia (Near Chattanooga, TN). We are in our 5th year of production and looking at expanding our production of heirloom tomatoes, blueberries, blackberries, and other items sold at Markets and to a new CSA -email us at contactus@burnsbestfarm if interested. Living quarters, some food and a weekly stipend provided. GA Farm Help for Certified Organic farm in Middle Tn. Everything from Seeding to weeding, harvesting, and the packing of CSA boxes. Dependable, must like outdoor work. Excellent hourly salary, other benefits, no housing. Email doerunfarmtn@aol.com. TN Use our land to farm, keep most proceedings. Family w/10acres -currently used as horse farm- in the picturesque Malibu coast seeking motivated biodynamic/organic farmer. Near Santa Monica/Malibu/Venice farmers markets. We will provide some expense to start up in exchange for vegetables enough to feed our family. Email Suzy_Lupercio@yahoo.com. CA Apprentices Wanted – Village Acres Farm, Mifflintown, PA Village Acres Farm grows certified organic vegetables and berries for a 140-member CSA in State College and Mifflintown, PA, and for wholesale to Tuscarora Organic Growers Cooperative. Apprentices cook and eat in their own apartment or house, and are encouraged to share meal preparation. Unlimited seconds produce is available from the farm, and a $100/month/person food allowance covers other purchases. Stipend/Compensation: $500-$800/month - increased in second year. Contact Roy Brubaker at 717-436-9477 or villageacres@pa.net. Visit www.villageacresfarm.com for more information. PA Farm Partner Opportunity: Old Tarboo Farms, Quilcene, WA. Run a 3 acre market garden in co-operation with current farm manager on profit sharing basis (50/50). Planned crops include raspberries, strawberries, tomatoes, cut flowers, and a variety of vegetables and culinary herbs. Experience with farming and farm marketing preferred. Housing on the farm is provided. Please contact Dana Nixon at danadoodad@yahoo.com or call 317-513-8684 for more details. WA The Youth Horticulture Project (YHP) seeks a Site Coordinator for its Farm and Youth Programs. YHP is a program of UVM Extension in Brattleboro that builds the life and job skills of youth through agriculture. Programs include a farm-based job training program for teens, mentoring program and school partnerships. This position oversees the farm and youth programs at the educational farm and supervises staff in planning and implementing programs and farm work. Send letter of interest and résumé to: sara.porth@uvm.edu. This is a nine month, full time position with the possibility of continuation dependent on funding. VT WEI 2008 CSA Farm Internship Opportunities Available.
WEI promotes environmental justice through activism that influences
public policy and social change; creates and shares knowledge about
environmental issues relevant to communities affected by environmental
injustices; and The Farm at Sunnyside, an Organic Fruit and Vegetable farm
in VA seeks seasonal employee. Sunnyside is a 200 year
old farm in beautiful Rappahanock county. The farm is under new
ownership, but is continuing the orchard and vegetable operations
established on the farm. The farm is 1.5 hours from Washington,
DC, where we have 2 weekly farmers markets. The farm backs up to
Shenandoah National Park, offering a picturesque setting and recreational
activities. Job Opportunities with Pennsylvania Certified Organic. Want to work with people committed to assuring the integrity of organic food production in Pennsylvania and surrounding states? PCO is looking for several new staff members: Assistant Certification Director, Organic Certification Specialist, Organic Inspector/Coordinator and Organic Inspector. Full job descriptions (including duties, qualifications required, and typical tasks) are available on PCO's website at www.paorganic.org. Electronic submission of application materials (resume and cover letter) is preferred. Direct inquiries and applications to: Beckie Lease, PCO Office Manager, beckie@paorganic.org, 814-422-0251. PA Intern/ Farm Help Wanted: Diversified organic Farm in Southeastern Pennsylvania seeks assistance for the upcoming 2008 season. On our scenic 150 acres we raise beef, chickens, vegetables, grains, and corn. Our business is multifaceted and has room for the growth of other farm based businesses to motivated individuals. Preferably we are looking for one seasonal intern and a year round couple to fulfill the farm’s needs. Housing and a weekly stipend are provided. If interested please contact Erica Bowers - B & H Organic Produce, bhorganics@gmail.com. PA Farm Interns Wanted for Hilltop Hanover Farm and Environmental Center in Yorktown Heights New York. The farm is owned and operated by the Westchester County Planning Department. A goal of the County and mission of the farm is to provide a regional educational center that research, applies and teaches skills for small-scale urban and suburban farming techniques including sustainable living practices to residents of Westchester County. We are currently looking for several interns that are at least 18 years of age and have a love of the outdoors, the environment and have a desire to help our market garden farmer grow healthy, organic produce using sustainable farming practices. Be part of an exciting hands-on education in growing food sustainably and helping to build a sustainable agro-ecosystem in Westchester County. Please contact Lucille Munz @ (914)962-2368 or email @ lsm2@westchestergov.com. NY FARM WORKERS WANTED Eight Acres at Wheatland Vegetable Farms seeks 3-4 folks to join us (partial or full season) in the work of planting vegetables, harvesting them, caring for our laying hens, and selling at farmers markets. We're committed to low-impact, ecologically-sound growing practices, and sell at farmers markets in the DC area. We encourage anyone with an interest in sustainable agriculture, a willingness to work long, hot hours outside, and a commitment to fellow workers to apply! $6/hour starting + room/board; bonus for longer stays. Call (540) 882-3541 or email info@eightacresfarm.com anytime! Lots more info at eightacresfarm.com. VA Farm workers needed. Wheatland Vegetable Farms, 45 miles NW of Washington, DC. 28 years, 20 acres of sustainably produced vegetables. Three separate farms sharing land, infrastructure, equipment. Some worker positions may be shared. Beginning hourly $6.00. Live on farm, room & much food free. Contact: cplanck@rstarmail.com, 540-882-3996. VA APPRENTICESHIPS: Beneficial Farm is an off-the-grid farm/ranch in a pinyon-juniper wilderness area at 7,000 feet elevation 20 miles southeast of Santa Fe. Two acres of intensive vegetables & herbs on 488-acre parcel; 50 shares. We raise 400 laying hens, incubating and rearing our own eggs to develop a hardy strain for small farm settings. We emphasize watershed restoration and restorative range management practices on our open lands. We use biodynamic preparations and calendar towards our goal of a farm individuality in semi-arid setting. We are looking for farmers interested in making a 2 year+ commitment to the farm-three management opportunities (include regular farm chores as well): Garden/Production manager; CSA/marketing coordinator; and Education/Outreach coordinator-modest salary provided. Apprenticeships are generally for full season with occasional opportunities for shorter stays. We host apprentices on a year-round basis. Comfortable housing, common meals, weekly farm education classes, seasonal CSA gatherings, and summer camps for children enliven the work experience. Contact: Steve Warshawer, 286 Arroyo Salado Road, Santa Fe, NM 87508 (stevew@plateautel.net), Phone: 505-422-2238 (Call, write or e-mail for information & application form.) NM Have enough fund to invest in farming but need a partner who is experienced. Any interested farmer should contact me via email for details at henry_salami3@yahoo.no. NY Farm Business Opportunity Large, mixed, fruit farm located in the Mid-Hudson Valley, seeking a business manager for a well-known farm-store and pick-your-own operation: goal is to add CSA and farm with sustainable/IPM/organic methods. The major crop is apples, but includes peaches, pears, cherries and blueberries. Additional enterprises include a greenhouse, broilers, layers and a two-acre vegetable plot. Experience in farm-produce sales and accord with sustainable farming ethics and the “local food movement”, plus energy, willingness to learn and entrepreneurship is important. Salary based on level of prior-experience. Housing is possible. Job starts March 2008. E-mail: markdoylefarming@yahoo.com. NY Seeking an experienced orchardist to manage a 150-acre apple, peach, pear, cherry and blueberry orchard. The farm is ideally located in the Mid-Hudson Valley, close to major highways and has a well-established farm market, a good flock of layers, greenhouse and two-acre vegetable garden in a sympathetic neighborhood. This is a long-term position and a unique opportunity to be part of a team that will provide a much sought-after, farm venue for clientele seeking a wide variety of local farm products. Housing is available on the farm and salary, benefits and possible profit-sharing will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. E-mail: markdoylefarming@yahoo.com. NY Vegetable farmer and environmental educator position available at Olney Friends School, a small, co-educational boarding school for grades 9 through 12, located in Barnesville, Ohio, in the beautiful Appalachian foothills of southeastern Ohio. The vegetable farmer will grow fresh produce for the school's kitchen, assist in managing livestock, teach gardening classes, oversee interns and student employees, and participate in the life of a residential Quaker community. Contact: Richard Sidwell, Head of School, 740-425-3655, ext 201, rich@olneyfriends.org. OH Belle Meade Farm is looking for a farmer to run a 20-share public CSA. Belle Meade Farm is on 138 rolling acres adjacent to Shenandoah National Park. There are 2 acres of garden, pastured cattle, laying hens, broilers, turkeys, and hogs. Permaculture designing has begun including the existing Belle Meade School, and Bed and Breakfast. There is a pond, swimming pool, and hot tub at the farm. Separate housing on 35 wooded acres with gravity fed water, greywater system, composting toilet, and 2 mountain streams. Fresh farm food is also available. Email susan@bellemeade.net or call 540-987-3304. VA Two Apprentices Positions at Northampton's Town Farm. We're seeking two friendly, hard-working people to join us as we begin operations on our 6-acre goat & vegetable farm located right in the heart of Northampton, MA. This is an ideal job for someone who has a couple years of agricultural experience and is interested in the hands-on experience of starting a small farm. One full-season position (April 15 – October 15) and one summer position. $1,000 per month stipend for 35-45 hours per week. Email oonamia@nohotownfarm.com or call 413 586 7586 for more information. MA We have a number of positions available on a large certified organic CSA farm in the Charlottesville, VA, area, with approximately 70 acres under field production including a number of growing operations. Positions currently available (April thru November): Part-time crew: 7am-12pm, Monday thru Friday, no farm experience necessary, strong work ethic, interest in farming, willingness to learn. Interns: 50+ hour week, Monday thru Friday (alternating weekends), on-farm housing, some on-farm experience necessary, monthly stipend provided. Delivery driver: farm van provided, part-time, mid-May to mid-September, Mon, Wed, Fridays, 10am to 3pm., clean driving record. Crew foreman: fulltime, salaried position, benefits package, on-farm housing, reports directly to farm manager. Contact bluesolaize@gmail.com for more information; please specify position you are interested in. VA INTERNS WANTED on our organic 200+ acre farm and orchards. We're seeking motivated, bright individuals with a positive attitude and a sound work ethic. We offer housing and weekly stipend of $200. Hours flexible according to interests. 80+ acres of certified organic apples and pears, plus peaches, berries, rhubarb, greenhouse tomatoes, row crops, sugarbush, and pastured broilers, layers, pork. CSA, wholesale, farmers markets. If the right individual comes along, we'll be taking on a new market commitment! Be a part of the excitement- visit www.vtfarmorganic.com for more info and application. Dwight Miller Orchards, 511 Miller Rd, E. Dummerston, VT 05346. Read Miller, 802-254-9635. VT Executive Director. The Resource Conservation District of Monterey County (RCD) is currently seeking applications for a highly motivated, self-directed and enthusiastic Executive Director to oversee all aspects of District operations. The Executive Director will be the direct liaison with the Board of Directors and serve as the face of the District with the agricultural, regulatory and environmental communities and the public at large. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, resume, salary history and requirements to: The RCD of Monterey County, Attn: Melanie Beretti, 744 La Guardia Street, Building A, Salinas CA, 93905 or submit electronically to melanie.beretti@rcdmontery.org. CA Agroecology Internships at the W.K. Kellogg Biological Station. Avaliable summer 2008 positions include Research Experience for Undegraduates (REU) positions researching perennial wheat. Also available is an Integrated Food System internship, which involves growing food for the cafeteria at the research station. See more details at our website: www.kbs.msu.edu/reu. Contact Brook Wilke (wilkebro@msu.edu) for more information. MI INTERN NEEDED: Just be willing to work. Areas include aquaculture, aquaponics, vermiculture, oil collection, bio-fuel making, gardening, harvesting, marketing, distributing, composting, seed saving... For more info call 207-845-3048 or visit www.homegrownfarmandmarket.com. ME Hilltop Hanover Farm seeks market garden interns to work alongside the farmer growing vegetables, herbs, and fruits, while providing educational experiences for visitors. Additional opportunities to take on management, research, and educational roles. Farm experience is not required, but interns should be enthusiastic to learn about farming, food, and eco-agriculture. The positions are paid hourly, 35-40 hours a week from April to October (shorter internships are available), with weekend hours on a rotating basis. Westchester County is an equal employment opportunity employer. If interested, please contact Lucille Munz at (914)962-2368 or email at lsm2@westchestergov.com. Visit www.hilltophanoverfarm.org. NY |
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