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I am establishing a Health and Wellness Cooperative in Waterville, KS and it is time to build a diverse team of committed Board Members, a database administrator, and an Executive Director who want to create a highly functioning fun urban farm-playground while we all make progress on our journey to reach our personal health and wellness potentials. There are many diverse aspects of this project... garden spots, a place to develop a local Farmer's & Artisan Market, food preservation, set up systems to reclaim the water in the six buildings involved in the project, and help with renovation construction. At the present time, there are still affordable homes in Waterville. You can see some on the web at www.tparkerrealty.com tell her you are part of the Wellness Weavers dream team. Check out the www.wellnessweavers.com website (yes, I could even use someone who wanted to assist me with that!) It is time to set up a perpetual motion machine that takes care of its health and wellness coop members for fun, food, fellowship, fitness and stewardship...we must be the change!

Sweet Stem Farm

Summer Internship: Crops, Cattle, Sheep and Grass

NOW HIRING FARM INTERNS for a four-month position from July 2 through November 2, 2012

Internship Start and End: July 2 through November 2, 2012
Number of Interns on the Farm: 3
Application Deadline: open until filled
Minimum Length of Stay: 4 months, with the possibility to extend for qualified individuals
Stipend: $450.00 per month

Who we are: Sweet Stem Farm is a small sustainable farm near Ephrata, Pennsylvania specializing in humanely raised pork, beef, and lamb. We are a “high-touch” farm committed to giving an extra degree of care and attention to our animals. We have developed numerous innovative techniques for keeping our animals comfortable and productive on a very small land base.

We direct market everything we raise, mostly in and around Philadelphia. We sell our pork and lamb to several large customers including Whole Foods Market. We also sell directly to customers through an online store. Check us out at www.sweetstemfarm.com.

Overview: The crops, cattle, sheep and grass internship is a summer growing-season focused term leading up to calving in late October. Interns will get down and dirty with regular animal and farm chores in the heat of the summer in addition to helping with forage and row crops like summer grasses, corn or soybeans.

This unique internship will teach you many new skills that will prepare you mentally, physically and emotionally for the kind of commitment required to engage in a successful animal-welfare focused enterprise. Interns will be working hands-on with our pigs, sheep, and cattle every day under the direct supervision of an experienced farm foreman and under the guidance of Philip and Dee Horst-Landis, the farmers.

Daily tasks will include (but are not limited to) observing all livestock closely, scraping manure, loading and feeding hay, checking and cleaning waters, and providing bedding for all of the animals. We practice rotational grazing and often need fences set up and taken down as we move animals from pasture to pasture. We also have a number of portable feeders and shelters that are moved regularly. You will acquire the ability to complete these tasks safely and efficiently.

Interns will assist in performing other weekly and seasonal tasks including (but not limited to) running errands, helping with weighing, sorting, and loading animals that are ready to be marketed, hay-making, weaning, machinery maintenance, fence maintenance, pasture renovation, assisting our inventory manager with the storing and delivery of our meat, and working on a variety of special-purpose projects.

Time Commitment: We are looking for women and men that can commit to working with us for a full 4 months. Generally, the work schedule will be 5 days a week, Monday through Friday, with two separate 10-hour shifts being covered by different interns each day – 7am to 5pm and 11am to 9pm. These shifts will rotate equally between the interns or, if everyone agrees, including Philip and Dee, interns can choose which shifts they want to cover. Hay-making, manure hauling, weaning, shearing, crop seeding and harvest, and a few other tasks will sometimes require longer days where interns will need to be able to stay until the work is finished. Interns will have their weekends off and will be expected to work on any holidays that fall on Monday through Friday.

General Requirements: Applicants must have a valid driver's license and should be able to lift at least 50 pounds and be on their feet for the majority of the day for 5 days in a row. Applicants must be dedicated to the daily rhythms, chores, and care of our animals. This means, in part, that we don't have a set routine, but work each day according to weather conditions and many other factors. Great attention is to be given to stockmanship, identifying potential problems before they happen, and working together as a team to creatively solve issues.

Housing and Transportation to the Farm: We will provide functional housing in a neighborhood that is 3.4 miles from the farm. Quarters will include high speed internet. During orientation week(s) interns share same-sex sleeping quarters. Following orientation week(s) each intern gets their own private bedroom. This is group housing and you will be living with two other interns. Each intern is responsible for their own transportation to and from work.

Meals: Lunch and dinner will be provided Monday through Friday, and we try to have one weekly meal together as a farm crew. We will provide you with dinner to take home and reheat, or to eat at the farm if the work is not finished. You will be responsible for breakfast and all weekend meals.

To Apply: Please review the complete internship description and intern guide on our website www.sweetstemfarm.com under "Opportunities on the Farm.” Candidates should respond only through email to sweetstemfarm (at)gmail (dot) com. Please put "internship" as the subject of your email inquiry. Promising candidates will receive an application/questionnaire to complete. If, based on this questionnaire, we are interested in continuing the application process we will set up an interview.

Below are additional options, however ideally I am seeking a few hardworking couples that want to invest time and or money into a wonderful project to build a sustainable organic farm. I have 25 acres with a large nice creek, lots of of pasture, springs and a 30 X 70 greenhouse. The greenhouse has power and water. You can set up an RV or tent until you build a shelter or cabin. I am open to selling this land or partnering with the right people.

This is the most amazing parcel! I am offering 20 acres, most cleared with pastures and ready to grow on. It has a large year around creek all along the back side. Nice rolling, nothing steep, a few springs on the property that looks like they been there many years with some history. The property also includes a 30 X 70 commercial grade greenhouse.

Southern VA is great for starting an organic farm because the weather isn't too extreme. The location is right outside Danville VA which puts you:

2 hours to Richmond
1 1/2 hour to Raleigh durham
1 hour to Greensboro
2 hours to Roanoke
1 hour to Lynchburg

all great places to market produce or plants.

The lay of this property is truly what makes it special. It's also located in an excellent school district if you have kids, you won't find better.

The land is just sitting there waiting for someone to "work" it.

I am offering the following options:

Buy outright for 80,000.00 (4k per acre)

Lease @ 800.00 per month (long term lease only)

Partner: You must have a strong plan, equipment like tractor or plan on getting one. You must submit a good organic growing plan for a sustainable business. The greenhouse has power and water and a RV or tent can adjoin until you build shelter on the land. I will assist in giving you the land, offering some resources such as water and electric, marketing, management and some supplies for the right person or team. I am especially interested in a small group of people that are passionate about sustainable agricultural.

serious inquiries only bigchefherbs at gmail

Must be willing to provide references and have a good workable plan.

Farmhand or intern wanted on 160 acres in Ohio.
The hilly land with flat creek bottoms was recently used for beef cattle; much of it remains forested. There are pastures with fencing, two ponds (one for swimming), springs which feed watering tanks for animals, round pen for horses, and hay fields. The gardens and pastures have been maintained chemical free for the last 25 years except for a few rare garden pest battles. On the land is an 1800s farmhouse, three car/tractor garage with finished upstairs, barns, chicken coop and other outbuildings. The land reaches from one ridge to another with a creek and state road running through the middle. It’s too much for us to manage with work, etc, so we need help maintaining and getting some ideas off the ground, which would enable us to farm more and work outside jobs less.
We can offer:
Laundry, at least one meal a day (which meal depends on work schedules), horse boarding, room to have your own garden, share of produce from the farm, hunting rights in exchange for a share of the produce, wild raspberries and blackberries, fishing from the pond to keep the population down, room to keep bee hives, fresh eggs, microwave and micro-fridge provided if you choose to have meals alone, swimming. There is the possibility of earning an income from farmers markets with the space for your animals or vegetables.

Skills preferred but not required:
Fence mending, garden work (esp.tilling, also weeding, harvesting, watering, processing), mechanical or construction skills, small engine maintenance and repair, chainsaw, farm equipment experience (tractors and implements), painting, plumbing, electrical, knowledge of pruning/orchard care welcome, animal husbandry, lawn care, pond cleaning

Projects:
First project is revamping either an old tongue-and-groove bunkhouse or a block building for housing (the top of the garage is available until then or tent capable folks welcome also). Second project would be re-building the outdoor shower for the summer.
Put in more blueberry bushes to expand our small patch
Plant more fruit trees and grape vines
Want to get a milk cow or goats for cheese, milk and butter

This position will not be structured instruction like a regular farm “internship;” the ideal candidate should be able to work independently and be self-motivated, work well with their hands, think critically, be resourceful, a problem-solver.
We are looking for anyone interested in being a short-term intern or someone more permanent looking for cheap rent. Specifics of what we can offer you and what hours we expect would depend on each other-we can negotiate any of this, depending on hours you can work, whether you have outside employment, etc. This will be a short-term position until cold weather (this is only due to a current land-use dispute; once it’s settled, we would be able to offer longer term commitment. In that case, there is an opportunity for year-round work for the right person(s)). Once everything is settled, the right person could be a retiree, single, young family, young person or couple… basically anyone. (Pets may be okay if they get along with our chickens.) Please no smoking, alcohol or drugs while on the farm; it’s a family establishment and we’d like it to stay that way.
Please provide references. Background check required. Contact for questions and thanks for looking.
Weefarm[at]live[dot]com

Small, private horse ranch located on the North coast of the Dominican Republic is accepting applications for our 2012 volunteer program.
Help and assist with permaculture design, composting, planting all sorts of tropical fruit trees, organic vegetable gardening and more.
Learn about tropical horticulture, propagation techniques, soil amendment, water conservation and sustainable living practices.
This project is ongoing and anyone interested in rain forest cultivation is urged to apply.
All experience levels welcomed as well as horse enthusiasts.
This summer we are planning on expanding, building a new greenhouse, fabricating shade cloth frames and continuing our walk through botanical reserve garden and conservation area.
We do ask for a small contribution for this program to help us offset costs. This is not a money making operation. This is an opportunity to see, experience and learn about the Dominican Republic and how we are working to become self sustainable and self reliant.
Comfortable, private housing with full bathroom, all utilities, meals prepared and homecooked, WiFi and potable water included.
This is a great opportunity for anyone wanting a learning vacation without the tourist traps, immersed in nature and in a quiet, peaceful and safe environment.
For more information send us an e-mail at: edenranch (dot) gmail (dot) com
Valid passport required.

Farmers Rob and Christina run a small, diversified organic farm about 60 miles west of Chicago. We have a medium-sized (and growing) CSA program as well as farmers market stands. We are working with our organic certifier and will be a certified organic farm in 2013.

Montalbano Farms is hiring an experienced (3 years) harvest manager for the 2012 season. This position is responsible for managing our harvest, washing, packing, recordkeeping, and post harvest storage operations. You may also have field responsibilities as needed. Experience in a supervisory position is preferred and this is a full-time year round position with benefits.

If you have a particular interest in our farm, and do not meet the above requirements, please feel free to send us a resume and we will keep it on file. Better yet, arrange for a visit and see what we do.

Montalbano Farms is a diversified, organic vegetable, herb, flower and fruit farm located approximately 80 miles west of Chicago. We grow for our customers through our CSA program, our farmers markets, and at grocers throughout the area.

Throughout the season, there will be opportunities for employees to gain experience in most aspects of organic farming. Montalbano Farms is a member of the Collaborative Regional Alliance for Farmer Training (CRAFT) and there are opportunities for educational experiences on other farms.

Our farm is located in Sandwich, Illinois, approximately 80 miles from Chicago and also within close distance of Silver Springs State Park in Yorkville and Starved Rock State Park in Ottawa.

If you are applying from away, please note that we do not have housing available on the farm. Montalbano Farms is 10 minutes from the towns of Sandwich and Plano and we can help you find housing. Our salary and benefits package is above average for the industry and there is room for growth.

Interested? Send resume and cover letter with references to Christina at christina@montalbanofarms.com.

Looking for a farm hand for 2 maybe 3 days a week starting June. Farm is located in Montgomery County Md and we do not have any living accomoissdations.

Small family farm in Connecticut looking for seasonal help. We specialize in vegetables, berries, & fall decor (pumpkins, gourds, etc.) and also raise cows & chickens. We run 2 local farmers' markets and participate in a third. We also have a farm stand at the farm. You will participate in everyday farm activities including, planting, weeding, picking, getting ready for and helping at the farmers' markets, caring for the animals and much more. Room available in the farm house and meals will also be provided.

Hello: God Bless You All.
We are a couple who are looking right now [The soonest Possible] for an opportunity to start a "Recreational Self Maintenance Diversified CSA Farm."

I’m going to talk a little about ourself so you have an opportunity to make an idea of who are we & what we know.

I, [Daiana] born in Puerto Rico, and I grow up in a farm, I’m a very responsible young woman, and a very hard worker, I know the way around the farm pretty well, because my father and family are farmers in Puerto Rico.
I help my father, grandfather and uncles in the farms, and work with plants and animals all my life, I know everything from seeding to harvest, and on the animal side I know from chickens, pigs, goats, etc, all the way to cattle, plus my husband teach me about Hydro and Aqua, All Organic, Urban and Permaculture Farming, etc, cheese making, cooking, etc.

About himself: My Husband Ray is a man with a lot of Knowledge, Preparation and Intelligence, he is a Committed Christian with a desire to help the poor, he grows in a farm in Upstate New York, in his grandpa’s farm, where he learns everything about animals and farming, plus he has a lot of Experience with Urban, Permaculture, Hydro & Aqua Farming.
He designed A System where you don’t need any chemicals to feed the plants, where we are going to use everything in the farm, as a life cycle, using the farm animals + fish + etc, in a fusion for the Aqua - Hydro System, for the benefits of the growing plants, and belive me they grow faster, healthier, and the veggies are bigger, juicer, and more colorful. He is developing this project for more then 15 years to improve it to a 100% this system, and he did it, for example: The tomatoes are 2 times the regular ones, the peppers are twice the size and the colors [green, yellow, & red are so brighter, and they are so juiced, the lettuce is an A+ winner, trust me everything is so special, plus he create what he calls [ The Miracle Feeding Tea ], belive me this formula is a 100% natural food for the plants, for the fodder & feeding grass for cattle, sprouts, etc, in one word all hydro & ground plants, fruit trees, etc, he even try in his Bonsai Trees, and they grow so beautiful [ he does Bonsai and sell them for a good profit, special the fruit trees, pines, palms, flower shrubs, people love them, imagine a orange,apple,lemon,avocado tree giving you miniature fruits].
He has more than 25 years of practical experience in sustainable agriculture production [hydroponic/aqua/urban/permaculture, and regular farming, he has revolutionary ideas about new agricultural practices.
He is a man with so many dreams, ideas and knowledge, he has a lot of experience teaching and supervising groups and individuals, [He is preparing this project for more than 15 years, but because the lock of money to invest, no land, and a car accident he had in 2004 and ended in a wheelchair, but the Mercy of our Lord heals him, and he is walking and working again, he can’t make this wonderful dream a reality], but if he counts with the Land & Money to invest in this project, trust me in a period of 2 years, we will be the # 1 in any area of the USA.

All I can say is this: Is No Limits To Put To Produce This "Recreational Self Maintenance Diversified CSA Farm," And We Can Doit, And You Can Be Part Of This Beautiful Dream”.

Our First Priority Is To Make Our Farm Part Of The CSA, and encourage our members to be part of the "Mix and Match," or "Market-Style", and take a prescribed amount of what's available, leaving behind just what their families do not care for, then we can donate this extra produce to our food bank for families with low/no income.
We will include the option for shareholders To Buy Shares of: eggs, homemade bread, cookies etc, meat, chickens, fish, milk & cheese, fruit, flowers, preserved farm products. or other of our farm products along with their veggies.*[Plan will be provided]

-We are going to concentrate in the production of Hydroponic/Aqua farming. *[Plan will be provided]

-Raising small animals: [Hydro Fodder/Grass Fed 100% Dairy/Meat/Eggs] *[Plan will be provided]
*Pigs: Our Own Specialty to sell to Restaurants.*[This is our special Growing/sale plan]
*Rabbits: They will weight in at about 5 – 6 pound as fryers. *[Plan will be provided]
*Goats: Goat is the most consumed meat in the world behind pork, beef and chicken, plus the milk, and we can make cheese, year round. *[Plan will be provided]
*Chickens: Meat,eggs, chicken manure, year round. *[Plan will be provided]
*Quails: Meat,eggs,manure, year round. *[Plan will be provided]
*Turkeys: Meat, manure, year round. *[Plan will be provided]
*Guimos [Cuy]: Like rabbits is a beautiful tender meat, we grow this in Puerto Rico as a pet, or for restaurants.
*[Plan will be provided]
*Fish: grow them, and sale them to the local community & restaurants.*[Plan will be provided]
*Hydroponic Fodder growing food for our animals, and sprouts for humans. *[Plan will be provided]
*Hydroponic culture [lettuce, tomato,peppers, etc].
-For the Hydroponic System he Designs a Mix of Animals-Aquaculture-Hydroponic Culture [is a circle of 24
hours], to produce all year around, on winter we will use a greenhouse. [ FOR THIS PROJECT THE PROPERTY MUST HAVE A GOOD SUPPLY OF WATER YEAR AROUND ]*[Plan will be provided]
-Lombriculture all year around.*[Plan will be provided]
-Dehydrated fruits, vegetables, cooking and medicinal plants, we grow them, we dehydrate them, we bagged them, We $ale Them ! *[Plan will be provided]
-Production of molasses for animals and sugar cane juice for humans. *[Plan will be provided]
- He create a 100% All Natural Pellets for Animal Food & Natural Fertilizers. *[Plan will be provided]
-Production of goat & regular cheeses. *[Plan will be provided]
-All this to sell in the Restaurants and to open a Small Farmer’s Market for the people around, at the entrance of the Property.*[Plan will be provided]

We will need:
*2 or more caws for fresh milk and cheese.Looking for more in the future.[Hydro Fodder/Grass Fed 100% Dairy/Meat]
*2 or more horses for help in the shores around the farm.
*2 or more oxen for help in the shores around the farm.
*Farming Machinery.
*Building Materials.

-Provide Recreational Activities to the community. *[This is a Special Plan and will be provided]

-"From Our Orchard To Your Table”. He is a Chef and trust me he has an excellent taste for the food, bringing
the best on fast food, to a La Carte Menu,plus we can do Catering & Gourmet Cooking for all the occasions
like : Weddings, Sweet Sixteens, Graduation Parties, etc,*[Plan will be provided]

-Educational Programs for Our Community Members who wants to be involve as a CSA farm.
-A special program to teach our children how to grow plants, sprouts,etc., take care of animals.
-Help senior citizens who wants to participate and feel valuable to the community.
-Introduction to how you can start a sustainable/organic/permaculture farm, including; organic farming,agroforestry, sustainable development, and applied ecology.
-Help Volunteer Interships of different areas [Agriculture, Zoo technicians, Veterinarians,etc.]*[Plan will be
provided]

We are going to start step by step, little by little we are going to built the farm, I know we are going to need money to invest and buy animals, seeds, and equipment, plus some building materials, is not going to be a lot of money, but he wants to go step by step and see how we are progressing, and don't put on any risk the investment.
Why I say this, because money was our lock right now to start this wonderful plan,that can give us a very good profit, if we doit right, We are very honest people, and my husband as a man of God he will never try to take advantage of you.
We want to get a partner, and more than a partner be a family where one look out for the other one, and together shoulder by shoulder built the best of the farm and be the #1 in what we know to do.

Everything Brings A Risk, And To Kill This % Of Risk We Have To Study The Way To Open The Winner Road Into The Community Market,Thats Why We Have To Start With Something Easy But Presenting The Best Of What We Have.

Plus We Have To Do Some Research About The Business That They Are In The Same Area. Look How Is Their Quality, Pricing, Etc.In This Way We Can Found What We Can Do And What We Can't. So We Are Always In Front Of Everybody, And At The Same Time Be The # 1 In The Area, In Prices & Quality.

If You Think That His Plan Fit Your Dreams Please Let Me Know, And Send Me :
-Phone Number & Your Location.
-Day & Time When You Can Met [on the phone for now] And Talk With My Husband [Ray] About This, And
You Let Him Know If Your Interested In His Plan, Or Not, And We Go From There.

I will be praying that the Lord touch your heart and mind, and let you know that this is what you want and what you was waiting for, and decided to put this magnificent "Recreational Self Maintenance Diversified CSA Farm", Ongoing The Soonest Possible !

Thank You in advance for your time, and I expect your answer so we can met the soonest possible.
I Hope this is the Beginning of a Great Partnership for a Successful Business, and Start a New Family in the Lord and Be The Number One Business In Your Area.

REMEMBER !

Is No Limits To Put To Produce This "Recreational Self Maintenance Diversified CSA Farm," And We Can Doit, And You Can Be Part Of This Beautiful Dream”.

P.S.
You can call me to my friend’s Christopher Cell, any time [203] 243 - 9376, and let me know your number if you want, or e mail us @ BrotheRayinJesus [at] priest [dot] com / SisterGrace [at] minister [dot] com

Sincerely . . .

RAY & DAIANA

Hello,
I am working a small diversified "organic" farm in southeast GA, about an hour from the coast. I currently sell at one farmer's market and am looking for an apprentice to assist in expanding our veggie production. Everything is maintained without chemicals and has been for seven years. It's warm enough here to grow some things year-round; length of the internship is open.

We have:
~blueberry patch (u-pick option)
~pecan orchard
~mixed vegetable garden and fresh herbs
~young mixed fruit orchard
~brick/earth oven
~laying hens
~commercial kitchen for processed foods

Currently working toward:
~milk cow
~blackberries and raspberries

next season:
~more varieties of veggies
~strawberries?
~bees
~brewing

We make cheese, bake bread and do some canning of produce for ourselves. It's on my to-do list to build a solar food dehydrator
There is a lot to do here and great opportunity to pick up a diverse skill set or expand yours. We also have a small collection of farming and homesteading books.
The farmhouse is pretty big-you will have a separate bedroom, shared kitchen and bath. Internet and washing machine available.

Contact me for questions or if this sounds interesting to you. Thanks for looking!

weefarm[at]live[dot]com

Pennsylvania Certified Organic announces job openings for Director of Operations and Certification Specialist. PCO is a non-profit organization that provides organic certification services to more than 600 organic farmers and food producers in the Mid-Atlantic region.

Our staff of 20 office employees and 15 field inspectors is dedicated to our mission of assuring the integrity of organic products in the marketplace. We are looking for well organized, forward thinking, innovative people to join our professional team in Spring Mills, Pennsylvania.

Positions are full-time, exempt, with some travel required. Benefits include health, dental, vision, disability and life insurance; Simple IRA; generous holiday, vacation and paid time off. Positions will remain open until filled. Preference will be given to applications received by April 27, 2012.

Director of Operations: The ideal candidate will have education and / or experience in the non-profit sector, particularly in the areas of human resource management, financial reporting, data management and organizational planning. Starting salary range: $40,000 to $50,000, based on experience.

Certification Specialist: The successful candidate will have education, experience or training in organic or sustainable agriculture or food systems; organic standards; regulatory compliance; conservation issues and / or environmental science. Starting salary range: $35,000 to $45,000, based on experience.

To view the full job descriptions, please visit: www.paorganic.org/jobs.

To apply, please send resume and cover letter to: kathryn@paorganic.org.

Older couple with 25+ acres organic looking to diversify. hoping to find someone that has fresh ideas and is willing to teach a couple of old dogs some new tricks. We would like to reduce the dairy and crops and move into vegtables,berries, bees, perhaps a csa. we are in the southern end of the fingerlakes, north of Ithaca, if you have experience/ideas, would love to talk.

Can you feed one more?

Older woman with land, looking for younger couple to grow food and share.

Room and board provided in exchange for homesteading duties. Some income potential. Save money for your own land.

AuntEllenS@aol.com

We’re in the process of starting a 2.5 NON GMO acre garden in West Atlanta only “5.6 miles from Atlantic Station” with access to an additional 30 acre adjacent to our property. This is beautiful virgin soil that has not been turned for over 7 years. We’re open to leasing part of our land to an individual that has an interest and/or experience in vegetable, fruit, flower and herb production as well as meat production. In our area the restaurants and informed buyers have shown a great support and interest in our micro farm concept. Our goal over the next two years is to build a farm that caters to CSA, local restaurants and charter/private schools.

A motivated individual could take this opportunity to partner with individuals that have the vision and connections to make this project happen. If you’re seeking land to garden on less than 6 miles from Atlantic Station and you meet the requirements above, reply to this posting with your name, email address and best number and time to contact you.

We’re interviewing candidates now and will make a decision by April 20th. Remember we’re in planting zone 7 so our last frost date is April 15 if you want to catch a full season.

Regards,

Willie

Greetings All,

My husband and I are looking for an opportunity to link up with an established organic farm to train on and eventually buy.

We would love the opportunity to work on your farm, have you give us the training needed to successfully operate all aspects of the business, and when you are ready to retire, we will take over the farm.

We both are beginning farmers, and would love an opportunity to buy a farm, as it has been a long time dream of ours.

We would like to settle somewhere in south central/eastern TN but would consider anywhere within 150 miles of Nashville. If you have a farm, or know someone who does, we would love to hear from you.
Thanks in advance!

Joyful Abundance Farm, Hardee County, Florida

Joyful Abundance Farm is looking for a hydroponic greenhouse manager/head grower. The farm is still in the pre-development stage and the selected candidate will work with the builder on the greenhouse design and layout. In addition to managing the daily operations of the greenhouse, the manager will be tasked with conducting educational tours for school children and creating the curriculum for trainees.

Joyful Abundance Farm will offer a 2-year training program for 2 military veterans. The goal of the program is to provide trainees with the knowledge necessary to start their own hydroponic greenhouse operations and the experience necessary to qualify for beginning farmer loans/funding.

Compensation package for the manager/head grower position includes an annual salary and on-site housing.

Required qualifications include 5 years of farm experience, of which 3 years spent in hydroponic greenhouses.

Please send resumes to info@joyfulabundancefarm.com and in the subject write, “Greenhouse Manager Position.”

Thanks!

I own a property 55 acres with a 7 stall horse stable, farm house, resident hall, cottage and a gathering building. I am seeking someone to farm and develop this land who has an idea but no property. This property was previously used for weddings and as a Bed and Breakfast. If you are interested, please send me a brief summary of your plan to discuss further at c (no space)levitt (no space)cle (at)gmail.com

Cl

Older woman with land and cattle in Ohio seeks young couple to partner on expanding into poultry and/or CSAs.

AuntEllenS@aol.com

We have added TWO STUDENT SPOTS for the 2012 Farmer Training Cohort! Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the spots are filled. Apply now to join an incredible group of students for six months of sustainable farming and food systems education.
The UVM Farmer Training Program is a 6-month intensive program (May 2 -October 31, 2012) for aspiring farmers and food systems advocates that provides a hands-on, skill-based education in sustainable agriculture. This full-time program offers participants the unique opportunity to manage their own growing site, take classes from professors and expert farmers, and rotate as workers and learners on successful, diverse farms in the Burlington area. This program will provide an intense, supportive experience where participants leave with a Certificate in Sustainable Farming, a deeper understanding of agricultural management and small-scale farming, and the entrepreneurial skills to start their own operation.
For more information and to apply, visit http://learn.uvm.edu/sustainability/farmer-training/ or contact us at swalshda@uvm.edu, (802) 656-8657

WHO WE ARE: Ecology Action is a non-profit organization founded in 1971, dedicated to teaching motivated people around the world the principles of small scale, sustainable food raising and community involvement through the GROW BIOINTENSIVE method of food raising.

NEW INTERNSHIP: We will be offering a new two-month summer internship program in 2012 that will teach participants the GROW BIOINTENSIVE method, which focuses on using sustainable, small-scale, organic, non-mechanized, low-input food raising techniques to grow better lives and more sustainable communities.

WHERE & WHEN: The 2-month Summer Internship Program will take place at Ecology Action’s several research farm sites in Northern California from June 15th through August 14th, 2012.
Application deadline is April 6, 2012.

FEES: Because this is an educational experience and we are a non-profit organization, this is a fee-based internship. Program fees total $1,150 per person and cover food, living expenses, books and tuition.

MORE INFORMATION and HOW TO APPLY: Application materials and information about this internship, the GROW BIOINTENSIVE method, and Ecology Action are available online at our homepage and:
http://growbiointensive.org/index.html
http://growbiointensive.org/PDF/EcologyAction_2-MonthInternship_Informat...

Ecology Action
5798 Ridgewood Road, Willits, CA, 95490
E-mail: contact@growbiointensive.org Tel: 707-459-0150

This ad is very important to me so please read it carefully. And, in order to not waste your time, the following list is who need not apply. I have something very specific in mind here and do not mean to offend anyone. Read no further if you: smoke, have a substance abuse issue, are not in above average health, are male, are looking for part time, or have issues with bugs/snakes/humidity. That last one sent a few running I bet!

I am looking for a special someone to help me develop 10 acres on a large stream (river yesterday) with an out of the ground spring that runs year round . The spring lies uphill from the planting areas of this newly developing organic farmstead in central Arkansas. There are no other houses down the 5 mile dirt road except for this one. It is surround by forest and wildlife. The house was built in 1990 and has three bedrooms and two baths. I just finished building a 600 sq ft greenhouse. There is a two and a half car detached garage with a small efficiency apt attached that needs a lot of work. The long term goals include bees, goats, guineas, aqua culture either in the form of fresh water shrimp or fish, adding more fruit and nut trees, using alternative energy sources. All meant to create a self sustaining balance. A circle if you will where each and every thing helps to promote the other.

This is not a plan it in the fall and do it in the spring endeavor. I hope to have what I outlined above in 4~6 years. But the party never ends..It is not the goal so much that I am excited about as I am the journey to get there. Bu I cannot do this alone and that brings me to you. I am not just looking for someone to go that 4-6 yr plan. I am looking for a 40+ year plan. I hate sounding like this is some dating site. But again to not waste anyone’s time. I am a 60 year old man that is ornery and nice to look at. Still working 30 year olds into the ground. Mother Earth news, CoExist, green, traveled, educated,,,oh I just suck at this! Look, I am not like anyone I know and the people who know me say the same thing. If you are unique as well with a zest for life and are looking for country living as well as your last best partnership, then you would be brave enough to contact me even if for a laugh. Intelligence kind of gets me goin so here is a riddle….starts with a three letter word for “steal” and is connected to Spanish for “the moon” and it hangs out with the “g” dotcom bunch. Rodale is very bad for scammers to pick up contact numbers and emails so do not reply here. I will not be checking anything but my email. stealthemoon at…More than happy to answer any question.

We provide ongoing training combined with a mentoring partnership. Our passion for our employees has enabled us to continue exceeding our sales projections every year. We are looking for a Service Manager who is experienced and passionate about their work.

Skills/Background:
- Clean Driving Record
- Experience working with heavy Ag equipment
- Effectively Communicates
- Desire for career advancement
- Initiative to improve performance

We offer an excellent benefits package, life insurance, and 401k matching program. Salary is $30,000 to $40,000 DOE.

My name is Charlotte Gamber, and I strive to work in a highly ethical manner.
If you would like to discreetly hear more about this opportunity, please contact me at CRG@agoodjob.com or call me directly at 605-978-5437.

I run a small sustainable farming enterprise in SW Colorado- next to Mesa Verde and raise a few horses as well. I need a live in person to assist in the daily routine of garden,farm stand, farmers market and horse chores.This is as permanent a position as you want to make it- and a share cropping arrangement is possible.I do have at least one summer intern coming to assist during the busy season as well.
Your quarters are fairly private with a separate bath, and room and board are provided in exchange for work.
This position would be ideal for a disabled vet or retiree especially, though all are welcome to apply.
Absolutely no smoking or drugs tolerated.

Hello,
I am a medicinal herb enthusiast with 4 seasons of organic vegetable (and a little bit of chicken and goat) farming experience. I am not rooted anywhere in particular right now but I grew up in Wisconsin and am hoping to find or start a farm here, preferably in the northern half of the state because i love it so much:) with people i can really connect with. I am hoping to find some people who are more interested in veggies, animals, green building, and all kinds of sustainable skills so I can MAINLY focus on cultivating medicinal herbs and making medicines and possibly forming a livelihood this way. I recently spent some time in an intentional community that was 64 acres, mostly wooded, with 7 people living in their own spaces and being caretakers for the land. I would love to do something like this with the right people, if you're out there, lets brainstorm! and barnstorm! I will be doing an internship at Herb Pharm in Oregon until June 1st 2012 and after that i am strictly on a mission to get my dream underway! If you share this common dream, please email me, maybe you are part of the "tribe" i am sending out signals to beam into my life! Thanks for taking the time to read-
**Green Blessings**
Emily
guseontheloose@gmail.com

Milky Way Farms, based in Troy PA, is currently offering internships on our 4th generation family dairy farm and creamery. From milking cows and raising calves to bottling a variety of dairy products, this position offers a full “farm to table” experience. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a curiosity to learn about sustainable farming. Tasks and responsibilities could include daily milking, using farm equipment and machinery, caring for dairy and beef herd, retail store and diner help, bottling milk, seasonal cheese-making, butter & ice cream, general maintenance and more. Lodging included with a weekly stipend, as well as all the dairy and beef products you can eat! To learn more and apply, visit http://www.milkywayfarms.net/Work.html for our Intern Guide & Application. Application deadline is Monday, April 2, 2012 with an anticipated start date of late April/Early May through December 31st.

I am a 30 year old single mother with some experience managing retail plant farms seeking an apprenticeship to learn as much as I possibly can about organic farm and homesteading. I have worked a couple of seasons growing poinsettias, hostas, annuals and perennials and grew up in Hillsborough where I learned to appreciate growing fruits and vegetables with my family.

Currently I am employed at a biotech company in RTP as a marketing manager although my title could easily be COO. My day to day duties and responsibilities consist of direct marketing, sales, advertising, shipping/receiving, accounts payable/receivables, writing quality documents, GMP. It was very fortunate that I got this job and have been able to learn the ins and outs of running a small business, but my heart and soul yearn to be in the fields.

If anyone has information or an opportunity available for a hardworking, intelligent, woman ready to devote her life to the land and raise a little boy into a man please contact:

Rebecca Sylvia
919-323-7391

Would anyone be interested in joining a farm partnership or setting up an ecovillage in Kershaw County South Carolina? I have found a 75 acre parcel of wooded land with a good asking price considering the size of the property. And the location is fairly good (50 miles to Columbia, SC and 60 miles to Charlotte, NC; 60,000 people in the county; cost of living is about 82% of the national average). The property has a 900 square foot house, but the realtor has advised me that it would need a lot of work to be useable. The property was used to grow timber, but it has been allowed to grow up since the timber was last cut. It would have to be cleared to plant anything, but I’m thinking cordwood houses. The property is part of an estate so it will need 3-6 months to go through court. I can afford the asking price, but I wouldn't have enough cash left to turn the property into a farm. However, the realtor has told me that the owner would consider discounting the price for a cash sale. I have over 30 years’ experience with my own vegetable garden (my grandparents were gardeners so I’ve been around gardening my whole life). I’ve used mostly organic methods since the mid-1990s. And I have a bachelor’s degree in biology. But I have only limited experience with berries and fruit trees and all I have for livestock or field crops is book learning. If interested please contact me at flaja"at"att"dot"net.

Owl’s Nest Plantation
2012 Spring, Summer and Fall Farm Internship
Location: 155 Hooters Lane, Cross SC 29436
Contact Name: David Howe
Phone: 843-753-1857
Email: arab_stallions@yahoo.com
Farm Description:
Owl's Nest Plantation was established in 1992 and is located in a rural setting, 50 miles west of Charleston, South Carolina. We grow a variety of vegetables, fruits and specialty cut flowers on nineteen (19) acres using sustainable and organic farming methods. We sell at the Charleston Farmers Market, ranked third in the nation, and other Farmers Markets in the area, restaurants and wholesale. We are in Western Berkeley County near Lake Marion.

Number of Positions Available: 4
Job Description:
Owl’s Nest Plantation is looking for several Interns for our Certified Naturally Grown Farm for the 2012 Season. Internships provide an introduction to farming and all aspects of our operation. Interns will be primarily focused on organic vegetable production. Learning opportunities include, soil and bed preparation, planting and transplanting, manual weeding and cultivation, insect and disease control, greenhouse / high tunnel operations and irrigation. Operation and maintenance of tractors, small tools and implements. Also landscape maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, welding, horse care, chicken raising for both meat and eggs, harvesting, grading, washing and packaging. Farmers Market Sales and interacting with Farmers Market Customers.

The period of time Interns are needed for is from early (Spring) March through May; (Summer) May through August and (Fall) August through November

Interns will spend 2 to 3 days a week at the farm and will assist at various Farmer’s Markets in the Charleston Metro area 2 to 3 days a week.

Qualifications:
We are looking for people ready to work in a dynamic environment with open minds and a positive outlook to join us. Applicants must be able to work in all types of weather and in physically demanding conditions. A good sense of humor is always appreciated along with a good work ethic. Experience is valued, but not necessary, just a willingness to learn and participate. Minimum Length of Stay: 90 Days.

Please take note of the requirements for application: A working farm visit is required before final acceptance; 3 days for Seasonal Internships
Compensation: A stipend is available based on length of internship, experience, number of days a week working on the Farm.
The Farm is a Non-Smoking and Drug Free environment.
Application Instructions: Submit
1) Cover letter indicating skill assets and purpose for participating in our Intern program
2) Resume. Include all basic personal information, education, employment history etc.
3) References. Provide dates, relationship to reference, addresses, emails and phone numbers.
4) Proposed dates for interview, work-trial week and start date.
5) Current Drivers License with good driving record
Applicants must have their own health care insurance and a current Tetanus Shot
Closing Date: Open till position(s) filled