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Full time position on sustainable and organic farm. Rendezvous Farm in Crawford Colorado. Seeking person with experience/education in organic and sustainable farming, with primary responsibility for raising a combination of animals, including laying hens, sheep, pigs, and goats, and responsibility for raising and harvesting broilers.  Will also assist with growing produce. Open minded, willing to make and take suggestions about how to improve methods. Organized and orderly, knowledgeable in foods and sanitation a plus. On-site housing available as part of job benefits.  Pay commensurate with experience.  Farm Internship position also available May2008-August or Sept 2008. Contact Adelaide Waters, 970-925-9264 or watgo@aol.com. CO

Sharecropping opportunity for experienced organic farmers. Acreage is flexible, up to 500 acres. Terms to be worked out. Includes on-farm house. Email margie@hlvf.com. KY

WANTED: Someone or couple with knowledge of/experience in sustainable agriculture as partners to share house and 2 acre property in rural BC - incredible Vancouver Island location! Near beaches, fishing, skiing, kayaking, sailing, hiking, biking.Already in place - two fenced garden areas, chicken coop, apple orchard, outbuildings, lots of perennial gardens,and more. My life partner died unexpectedly, and I want to continue to steward the land, produce food, lessen ecological footprint and continue to learn, but with someone more skilled than I. Share 1400 sq.ft furnished home with h/s internet access, HE washer, two indoor cats.  Need own transportation or consider sharing one hybrid car.  I work part-time in community and as consultant. Not looking for WWOOFER, prefer someone who can creatively work independently to generate share of income. Great locale for alternative healing, etc. Please submit letter of interest to jegrt@telus.net. CANADA

Learning and Teaching Assistant Manager job in Nova Scotia We are looking for someone to use and to communicate their knowledge of all aspects of planting, growing, harvesting and post-harvesting of vegetables and herbs. The farm is six certified acres of field crops, heated greenhouses and high tunnels. Since 1992, we have specialized in vegetable and herb production for restaurants and hotels in the Halifax area, as well as for the thriving Halifax Farmers Market. Qualifications: experience working on vegetable farm(s) and good leadership skills. Accommodations and meals. A warm welcome to those who enjoy hard work, fresh air, good food, and appreciate living with a diverse group of people. For details please apply by e-mail with cover letter/resume to drnrjror@ns.sympatico.ca A.S.A.P.

Wanted full time farmer, organic 360 acre farm, sheep, poultry and orchard. Salary Benefits BC/BS. Contact chazmaven4545@yahoo.com. MI

Galactic Organics is a small three acre certified organic farm that provides for a 30 member CSA, Farmers Market and several restaurants. We are currently offering a summer and possibly fall internship on our farm. Looking for a student in sustainable agriculture that is interested in Biodynamic principles and Sir Albert Howard principles. Interns will be provided with weekly produce and a reasonable stipend for their applied educational experience. Email galacticorganics@yahoo.com. WA
 
Full-time (40 hours/week) farm worker position. 47 acre farm in Queens is looking to add one full-time, year-round worker. Primary responsibilities will be to assist farmer in vineyard and vegetable production, but must be willing to do general labor work as required. Must be able to lift 50 lbs, work weekends, and attend farmers' market. Farm experience and interest in organic and sustainable practices preferred. Tractor experience a plus; must drive standard transmission. Starting $12/hr. Background check, clean driving record, two week trial period. E-mail mgrobertson@queensfarm.org letter of interest, resume and references. No phone calls, please. Will respond promptly to all e-mails until the position is filled. NY
 
Wanted: Small farm and partner. Funds to invest in farming but need a partner who is experienced and land. Any interested farmer should contact me via email for details at farmers.nevin@hotmail.com. NY
 
Organic farm looking for shepherd. Salary and benefits. Contact Chazmaven4545@yahoo.com. MI
 
Looking for an organic farmer. We have 23 acres we have saved from development and hope to find an organic farmer who wants to live on our rare unspoiled island and market local food to the Charleston, SC area, one of fine restaurants. Email chutson@charlottehutson.com. SC
 
Farm Hand, full and part time positions available. Organic and biodynamic farming. Call or email Richie at (540)745-7478 / waterbearlono@swva.net. VA
 
BOULDER COLORADO ORGANIC FARMING OPPORTUNITY. Pachamama Organic Farm is an established family owned and operated farm located in the Foothills of the Rocky Mountains. We raise 12 acres of certified organic mixed vegetables that we market through a 130 member CSA, farmers markets, and wholesale accounts. We are interviewing for a Field Manager/Market Sales position. Two years minimum experience in all phases of vegetable farming including basic tractor operation. Housing available. $12.00 -$15.00 per hour. Please view our website www.pachamamafarm.com and e-mail Ewell for a full job description: ewell@pachamamafarm.com. CO
 
The FARM Institute, a non-profit teaching farm, is now hiring a Production Garden Manager. Responsible for the coordination, development and implementation of the FARM Institute's WISP program and 3-acre production garden. This is a full-time salaried position beginning immediately and ending in mid-October. Production gardening experience necessary as is a desire to work with youth ages 11-14. Send resume to matthew@farminstitute.org or call 508-627-7007. Go to www.farminstitute.org for more information. MA
 
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Waltham Fields Community Farm seeks a passionate leader with fundraising, financial, and management experience and a connection with agriculture/food security (see www.communityfarms.org). To apply contact Sam at srobinson@neasc.org. MA
Farmstead wanted by Anonymous (not verified)
Executive Director by John Eshleman (not verified)

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