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We have an opening for a Farm Manager/Laborer on a small farm in Missouri. We have outgrown our ability to maintain a full time off farm job and the farm. We are a small Christian family that raises pastured poultry for eggs and meat as well as grassfed dairy for milk (and maybe cheese someday). We are not certified organic but we truly believe we are stewards of the land and need to leave it in better shape than we got it.

Candidate will be responsible for all parts of day to day operation (about 7 hrs/day now) as well as maintenance. Additional work necessary from time to time (farm work is not predictable). Days off negotiable--we feel vacations are essential.

Must be passionate about local, sustainable food.
Must be able to maintain the high standards that raw milk requires. Must love caring for animals (even in inclement weather).
Must have a good attitude and be a cheerful worker.
Must be willing to work with others regularly but be comfortable with working by self a lot.
Must not be doing this only for the money. Money pays the bills but the satisfaction of helping people is of paramount importance and will keep you going.
One month trial period for all parties but then must be willing to commit to three years.
Possible partnership opportunities in the future.

Could add in a vegetable CSA, rabbits, goats, sheep, fish or other enterprise to increase wages or if spouse needs work, too. We are very flexible.

If you are interested in this position:

*Email complete resume detailing experiences, skills, abilities that you (and spouse if applicable) have to offer.
*Include contact info, references and what you are looking for in a job/lifestyle. Farming (especially dairy) is as much a lifestyle as a career.
*Please describe housing needs as well as what you expect/need for reimbursement/payment (i.e., cash, food products, housing, insurance, etc...)
*Identify any questions/comments/concerns you have at this point.

Upon receipt we will send website link, more information, and respond to your needs/comments for your consideration.

I am currently the dairy manager and cheesemaker on a biodynamic famm in NY. As such, I am responsible for raw milk sales, pasteutized milk sales, planning distribution as well as all required state and federal paperwork. I am familiar with pasteurizing equipment, CIP systems and regulations pertaining to pasteurized milk/products. I hold the NYS license for Grade A dairy.
As cheesemaker, I make yogurt, cottage, ricotta, mozzarella, cheddar, blue & manchego cheeses.
Professionally, this is a second career. I am by training a social worker (MSW, Florida State University 1991). I owned a small farm outside Tallahassee where I raised cows, goats, chickens, pigs & rabbits. I also grew about 20 different types of crops. If you have any interst, please email me. Thanks, Laura.

Are you an experienced market farmer, without a farm?
Would you like to step in as partner, or owner to an existing farm with good markets and room to expand?
Farm is 1 acre, expandable to 5 acres veggies. (property is adjacent to many acres of national forest for potential goat operation as well, although that is secondary.)
I will provide all infrastructure expense for expansion, you will provide your years of experience.
Farm is located near Yosemite National Park in the Sierra foothills.
Please e mail kowanalynn@yahoo.com if you are qualified to do all the functions necessary to running a successful farm operation.
Opening is immediate.

Established market gardener with 23 years experience is looking to pass on farm or farm partnership with young couple interested in sustainable rural living and market gardening. Farm is on 20 beautiful, wooded acres, with two, 1 acre fenced established gardens, a barn, and the possibility to expand into small animal production. There is an available house with electricity and running water.

Requirements:
-Good habits
-Various skills
-Seek a rural gardening lifestyle
-Long term commitment

If you want to live in the mountains, engage in a rural community, and sell at the largest farmers' market in the region, please call Marty at (479)6652610. * Willing to work-trade if interested party lacks capital.

CCOF Executive Director Job Announcement
Overview
Since 1973, CCOF has been widely recognized as one of the nation’s top organic certifiers. Today, CCOF is the only full service organic certification and trade association supporting the growth of organic food and agriculture through its mission: certifying, educating, advocating and promoting organic. CCOF provides premier organic certification programs and trade association benefits to farms, processors, private labelers, retailers, restaurants, brokers, and supporting members including individuals, suppliers and service providers. CCOF currently certifies more than 2,100 organic food and agriculture operations covering 600,000 acres in 13 states and 3 countries.

The Executive Director is a full-time, exempt employee based in Santa Cruz, CA. CCOF is both a trade association and certifier. The Executive Director directs CCOF’s trade association, CCOF, Inc. CCOF Certification Services, LLC is an independently governed but wholly owned subsidiary of CCOF Inc.

In the next several years, the Executive Director will have one of the most rewarding and visible leadership opportunities in the organic field, as CCOF continues toward its vision of being the leading voice for organic. CCOF has recently completed a five year update to its strategic plan. This plan directs CCOF to focus our energies and resources on (1) Ensuring the long-term relevance of organic as the premier eco-label and (2) Growing CCOF to ensure the longevity, vitality and prominence of the organization.

The Ideal Candidate
CCOF is seeking a proven leader of people who can inspire teams and individuals to greatness. The ideal candidate will have a deep knowledge and understanding of organic food and agriculture, certification and non-profit management. An unbending commitment to CCOF’s mission and to organic as the premier eco-label are preconditions. He/she will be a big-picture thinker who is decisive and pragmatic. He/she will work collaboratively with staff, board, committees and other organizations. A thorough understanding of business financial management and successful experience with generating revenue and attracting funding are essential to the position.

Essential Qualifications and Experience
The ideal candidate will have the following:
• At least 5 years experience in management with a minimum of 3 year’s senior management experience leading a nonprofit or other organization of comparable size and scope
• Extensive knowledge of, and experience with organic food production, processing, and handling and related national policy issues
• Ability to conceptualize, communicate and lead CCOF to a shared vision in response to changing needs and opportunities
• Comprehensive knowledge and experience with financial management, budgeting and reporting
• Demonstrated comfort and skill in supplying a public voice for an organization
• Excellent communication skills including listening, public speaking, meeting facilitation and consensus-building
• Strong teambuilding and leadership skills and the ability to motivate others
• Proven ability to work in a dynamic environment with various stakeholders, sometimes possessing strong and conflicting opinions
• Experience working directly for, or as a member of, a board of directors
• Bachelors Degree in appropriate field; Master’s or advanced degree a plus
• Ability to work occasional nights and weekends
• Ability to travel domestically several times each year
• Computer/technical skills sufficient to perform required duties
• Legal status to work in the United States

Hiring Process
Applications will be accepted until September 30th, 2010 or until the position is filled.
Interested applicants please submit the following:
• Cover letter summarizing your interest in CCOF and the Executive Director position, qualifications and compensation requirements
• Current resume
• List of three professional references
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Submit all materials to EDsearch@ccof.org
Inquires from qualified candidates are welcomed and can be directed to board chair Will Daniels at wdaniels@ebfarm.com.

Compensation
CCOF takes pride in offering competitive salaries and excellent benefits. The ED’s compensation package will be based on qualifications and experience. Employment is to commence November 1, 2010 or as agreed.

For more information about CCOF, please visit www.ccof.org.

Job Responsibilities
The Executive Director works with a 12-member Board of Directors. (CCOF is a membership-based non-profit and its members select the Board of Directors.) The Executive Director leads a staff of 15 employees, including 6 direct reports. (The candidate will work closely with the CCOF Certification Services Chief Certification Officer who, in turn, oversees a staff of approximately 30 FT and 70 PT certification staff). The operating budget for CCOF Inc. is $1.6M. The operating budget for CCOF Certification Services is $4.7M.

Management and Administration
Financial
• Be responsible for the consistent achievement of CCOF’s financial objectives
• Ensure sound financial planning, management, reporting and organizational accountability
• Direct staff to develop annual budget and implement financial controls and practices
• Oversee staff in negotiating all contracts

Human Resources
• Ensure a culture that rewards teamwork, respect and appreciation and attracts, retains and inspires a diverse and high caliber staff
• Lead, partner with and inspire a management team comprised of 8 managers
• Oversee staff in the recruitment, hiring, development and release of all personnel

Working with the Board of Directors
• Work with board to ensure that the strategic plan is implemented and reported on
• Work with the board chair to prepare for and coordinate 4 annual board meetings
• May serve on the CCOF Certification Services, LLC Management Committee
• Ensure effective communications between board and staff

Fundraising and External Relations
Fundraising
• Entrepreneurial approach to generating revenue including working with the Board of Directors on fundraising efforts
• Direct and guide staff in developing and implementing a comprehensive fund development plan

External Relations
• Provide an informed presence for CCOF at the national level, particularly at NOSB meetings and events
• Working with staff, ensure that CCOF has effective communication with political leaders, key decision makers, key collaborators

Program—Education, Advocacy and Promotion
• Mobilize stakeholders and political leaders around organic food and agriculture issues and opportunities
• Monitor, analyze and inform policy issues affecting organic food production
• Develop and maintain effective partnerships with organizations, and state and federal agencies to influence policies and organizations involved in organic food production.

Herdsperson wanted for intensive grazing dairy with on-farm cheese plant in SE Indiana. Energetic and self-starter with references. Extensive livestock experience a must. Send resume to mbrichford@gmail.com or call 765-825-3656.

Warren Wilson College, located just outside of Asheville, NC, invites applications for the position of Market Garden Manager. The five-acre organic garden is a diverse mix of annual and perennial crops, including fresh market vegetables, bramble and tree fruits, and medicinal herbs. The garden also contains 2,250 sq ft of heated greenhouse space, and 5,300 sq ft unheated hoop house space. The Market Garden Manager is responsible for the supervision, training, and evaluation of a 20-member student work crew that produces food for a variety of markets, including the College cafeteria, a 25-member CSA, and an on-campus public market. The Market Garden Manager is also responsible for the operation and maintenance of tractors, implements, and other equipment typically used in similar field-based production.

The ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate that they have successfully managed a mixed vegetable farm using sustainable practices, while supervising a college-aged work force. Candidates will have an earned BS in sustainable agriculture, or related field, and progressively responsible experience managing workers in a direct market, organic vegetable production system. An associate’s degree in sustainable agriculture, or related field, and five or more years of similar experience may be substituted for a four-year degree. Interest and experience in community education or advocacy is a plus. Draft horse experience is a plus.
Warren Wilson College is an equal opportunity employer committed to the diversity of its community. Please send cover letter, résumé and contact information including email addresses for three professional references by email to hr@warren-wilson.edu. Electronic submissions are required. Review of applications will begin on Monday, September 20, 2010.

Our WNC farm is looking for a farm director. The position entails over sight and hands on work daily at every level of all farm enterprises. These are consisting of Sales and marketing of all enterprises , Farm Store, Cattle Seed stock and beef , Heritage Pork Breed stock and pork , Range based Poultry including Heritage Turkeys in season, and Sheep .

Farm objectives are living in harmony with nature under Holistic Management, Management Intensive Grazing , Biodiversity and with a accent on soil fertility as a key to animal health and welfare. Knowledge/ experience in Permaculture a plus.

The candidate should be organized, disciplined, and have management experience and the ability to handle multi-tasking. The candidate should have staff motivating skills and enthusiasm. Understand farm store retailing of farm products and ability to oversee that enterprise and staff or at minimum ability to learn the enterprise, oversee the operation and hire staff.

Create and execute a comprehensive sales and marketing plan targeted to within a 100 mile radius of farm in addition to current customer base including farmers markets and creating CSA customer base.

Review with owner on a daily basis farm direction . Review P/L statements and grow profitability.

Oversight of farm employees, direction, execution of tasks and record keeping functions

Carry out planting and harvesting in order to reduce outside inputs with regards to feed.

Direct and participate in planned infrastructure projects such as fencing, watering systems, and water management.

Be responsible for records of farm and store a) breeding assignments and farrowing schedule records, b) soil fertility management and planting livestock crops c) daily work assignments on farm (work log), d) daily feed schedule (record amounts to livestock groups) , e) inventory of all feed and materials and f) accurate inventory of products for sale.

Create a weekly schedule that will assign specific work for that pay period, and documented by work log and time budget.

Director will be responsible for keeping, conducting and recording data for all farm enterprises for owner to encode and track.

Oversee the maintenance of Farm, livestock, equipment, buildings, and farm home.

Manage and participate with staff in regards to the daily welfare and care of livestock including feeding, watering, and management of all livestock species on farm. Making sure all animals must have free access to water at all times. Supervising and participating in oversight of all Sows in labor, farrowing and lactating sows while making sure nesting areas are provided before farrowing.

Oversee and participate in general maintenance and upkeep of buildings, farm equipment, tractors and implements, UTV , and tools. All farm equipment is to be used only by the farm director approved staff or other persons legally employed on the farm.

Owner will handle accounting duties, payroll based on directors records, insurance filing, and invoicing of all sales.

Compensation is commensurate with experience and reference reviews. Insurance , commission structure on sales and profitability are a part of the successful candidates package. The candidate must have a strong background in management , sales and marketing of all natural livestock products, CSA's , restaurants etc with a broad working knowledge of natural farming. Farm retail knowledge a plus.

Send resume’ or questions to wncorganic@gmail.com

Sorry I forgot to leave contact information: email miashley_02@yahoo.com

Thanks :)

Hi, to anyone out there who needs two hard working, loving, deticated people we're (female and male)are available. We're looking for a great opportunity with people of the same character. We love animals but cannot claim that we have much experience. I am currently volunteering at animal shelters and looking to volunteer at an equine rehabilitation center while my partner works full time in managment for a rental agency. He has experience with diesel engines which i believe is a plus for farming equipment. Our souls are longing to be working with the land and with animals. We have no problem getting dirty or waking up early, we are always willing to learn and we're looking to make this long term with room/board and food or room/board with salary...I suppose this is all dependent on hours worked and task load and whatever you may have available. We don't have kids, don't smoke, no pets, we have our own transportation. We're currently located in SC but would love to move west...no desire to reside in the east any longer. Lived out west in Nevada for a few years and love the climate. We're excited to see what's available. Thanks for your time:)

Hello there. My name is Phillip Adams. I am 30 years old. No children and soon to be divorced. I have been an automotive technician for 12 years and have decided that it is time to move on and find a career that has a little more meaning and also be able to work outdoors. I have been thinking long and hard about farming. I am a very honest dedicated individual looking for a more peaceful way of living. I have not had much experience with livestock, but I feel a kinship with all animals and feel that I could work with them. I have been a chrysler certified technician for 9 years now and most things mechanical are not a problem for me. I am also handy in most other aspects too. Bottom line is I do not have the resources to start my own operation and I am seriously interested in talking to you more about this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Phillip Adams

Hi – I’m inquiring about your intern positions.

I am currently a manager for a technology company, but am trying to get back to my roots of the earth permanently. I love working with others and making things happen, but feel a need to focus that energy on life of this earth rather than technology development.
I am not concerned about money. Although my current career is financially lucrative, it is not personally satisfying. I am seeking elsewhere because I want to harness my energy and put it back into the earth.

My husband, Brody (28) and I (26) currently manage a community garden in Salt Lake City. Complete with chickens, ducks, bees, and a beautiful flourishing organic garden. It has been very successful and has really helped others in the area become more in touch with what they consume. Such a beautiful thing to see!

Brody and I organized this garden as a way to find peace in a bustling urban setting, and also share the joy with our neighbors in the city. We find satisfaction in challenging and meaningful work. We are both very physically fit and like to push our bodies physically and reap the results – plus it makes relaxation so much more enjoyable! It’s all about finding the right balance.

We are both sharp, eager to learn, have a sense of humor, and passionate about getting back to the good life. We have access to many man made “luxuries” but would happily discard them for Mother Nature’s beautiful gems.

We don't have much experience with baby goats, but love all creatures and are more than capable of learning. Plus, we're happy to take less money in exchange for what we will be learning.

I would love the opportunity to speak with you more about this opportunity, whether by phone or in person. I would be willing to come out and meet you on your farm before you make any decisions. I’m sure we’d all want to make sure it was a good match first.

Thanks – I look forward to hearing back from you!

-Clarese Partis
252-378-0797

We are looking for someone to help us with our farm operation. We are on a 190 acre site, between Asheville NC and Greenville SC, and are in our second season of producing pastured hogs, heritage chickens, heritage turkeys, grass fed beef (still building the herd,) and some market produce. We have 1 apprentice currently and are busy improving infrastructure, trying to work out a closed loop feeding system, producing food and marketing through farmers markets and getting ready to start a csa. We need help with all aspects of getting our project up on it's legs and are looking for someone with solid experience, full enthusiasm for organic farming, relevant skills to bring to the table, and willingness to take responsibility for operation of any of the many aspects of this diverse project. We have housing available.

Thanks,
Wayne
highfarmsllc@gmail.com

Location: 1418 Michigan Ave., Detroit 48216
Deadline: September 7, 2010
Salary: $28,800 - $32,000 commensurate with experience plus benefits
Area of Focus: Urban Agriculture, Organic Farming Education, The Environment

Organizational Description: The Greening of Detroit’s mission is to “guide and inspire the growth of a ‘greener’ Detroit through planting and educational programs, environmental leadership, advocacy, and by building community capacity.” One of the ways The Greening engages the community to achieve this mission is through urban gardening and agriculture projects. Since 2003, The Greening of Detroit has been at the forefront of an emerging movement to achieve a ‘greener’ city while transforming the food system in Detroit. Our accomplishments include working with our partners in The Garden Resource Program to provide farming resources and educational opportunities to over 10,000 urban gardeners of all ages each year in the cities of Detroit, Hamtramck, and Highland Park and operating multiple urban farms and nutrition education programs across the City.

Position Summary: The Greening of Detroit is seeking a full-time Farmer to work with our Urban Agriculture staff to maintain, grow, and guide our farming operations and related educational programming. The Greening of Detroit currently operates a 2-acre farm at the Romanowski Farm Park, a 30-acre city-owned park that includes teaching and production gardens, an orchard, and sugar bush. We also help manage the farm at the Catherine Ferguson Academy (CFA), a Detroit Public School that works with students to incorporate farming and related entrepreneurial education into the curriculum.
Our newest urban farms, located in downtown Detroit include the Plum Street and Detroit Market Gardens. These small-scale production-focused farms will be operated year-round and used to facilitate youth and adult education.

The Farmer is responsible for the planning and management of Plum Street and Detroit Market Gardens and will also be assisting with the management of the Romanowski Farm Park and CFA farm. He/she will work closely with Urban Agriculture staff to conduct operations at all sites from education and land preparation through quality harvest including all aspects of organic vegetable, herb, flower and fruit production. The Farmer reports to the Urban Farm Operations Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Oversee the production of transplants and in-ground vegetables and flowers at
the Plum Street Market Garden. Including supervision of youth engaged in
fieldwork at the site, and ensuring quality harvest.

• Oversee the production of transplant and annual field production at the Detroit Market Garden, working closely with Adult Apprentices and staff to meet the demands of small-scale production based agriculture.

• Work closely with our Marketing and Sales Coordinator to plan, produce, monitor, and maintain records of planting/harvesting schedules at Plum Street Market Garden and the Detroit Market Garden to meet the growing demand of Grown In Detroit produce at our participating farmers markets and wholesale accounts.

• Calculate seed, soil, and material costs for transplant and annual production.

• Facilitate annual farm planning, incorporating apprentices and interns in management of annual plots, timeliness, and bed preparation through harvest.

• Coordinate farm-based educational curriculum for Adult Apprentices, including managerial oversight, supervision, and farm walks at the Plum Street Market Garden and the Detroit Market Garden.

• Work with our farming staff to manage, facilitate, coordinate, and teach courses in the Market Garden Training Program (MGTP).

• Engage volunteer and community partners in farm production activities.

Additional Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of farming experience, preferably at an organic or chemical free farm.
• Basic carpentry knowledge, including experience with irrigation equipment.
• Experience supervising staff and/or volunteers, working with diverse communities, and managing meetings.
• Experience teaching youth and/or adults in a farm or garden setting.
• Interest and familiarity with issues relating to local food, food access, and sustainable agriculture, and a genuine appreciation of the urban environment.
• Strong organizational and written/verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in all MS office applications required.

Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, natural resources, plant science, horticulture or a related field is preferred but not required.

How to Apply: Please send email of your resume and cover letter to ashley@greeningofdetroit.com. Use the job title as the subject line. Only potential interviewees will be contacted. Visit our website at www.detroitagriculture.org.
The Greening of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Our biodynamic/organic farm in central coastal California is looking for apprentices to start immediately and later in the fall. Go here for more info: http://www.growbetterveggies.com/growbetterveggies/farm-apprentice-progr...

Looking to work into a farm situation with couple looking for help and the possibilty of future ownership ! I am very dependable and hardworking coming off a divorce ,,,, looking for longterm situation ! Please reply to Lyndell at dellkoprime@yahoo.com or 608 214 6476

We are currently seeking an individual to help us manage a variety of sustainable agricultural endeavors on our farm, including: organic vegetables and eggs, orchard crops, and forage fed livestock. The applicant should be able to oversee all aspects of organic vegetable production such as: soils management, equipment management, pest and disease management, post-harvest handling, hiring, and managing a crew. Experience with livestock is beneficial but not mandatory. Our ideal candidate is a professional grower with a deep knowledge of organic techniques and at least four years of management experience in organic farming. We will support the grower with in-house marketing and book keeping. Compensation includes a starting salary of $35-45K, on farm housing, a 401K matching program, and the opportunity for an increasing profit share as the business succeeds.

Inglewood is a 3500 acre family farm listed with the National Trust for Historic Places. It is located on the outskirts of Alexandria, Louisiana in the heart of Central Louisiana’s Red River Delta. The farm includes historic buildings, a thousand acre nature preserve, generous water resources, and deep rich soil.

Housing is a small two bedroom, one bath, newly renovated antebellum cottage, with a new bathroom and kitchen, a fireplace, and central air and heat.

As we transition to a fully sustainable farm, we will raise crops, livestock, and eggs in such a way as to enhance the long term productivity of our soil; the economic productivity of the land; the health of the surrounding ecosystem; the environment of the planet; the healthful benefits of our crops; the professional development of our employees; and the taste of our food. We seek a manager who shares our vision.

For your convenience, please see a more detailed job description, peruse our website, and apply on line at:

www.inglewoodfarm.com/jobs

If you prefer, please send resumes and cover letters to:

Corwith Davis, Manager and COO
Inglewood Plantation, LLC
6287 Old Baton Rouge Highway
Alexandria, LA 71302
Phone: 318.442.639

Bob Scowcroft has announced that he is stepping down this winter as Executive Director of the Organic Farming Research Foundation. Thus OFRF has launched its search for a new Executive Director.

Please help in spreading the word of this great leadership opportunity through your networks and to your colleagues. If you know of someone who might be a good match for the position, please let them know about the opportunity.

For more detailed information on the full job announcement and how to apply for the position, visit the OFRF website at http://ofrf.org.

The next several years at OFRF will provide the incoming Executive Director with one of the most rewarding and visible leadership opportunities in the organic community. While we are not looking to replace Bob, as he is one of a kind, this is a great career opportunity for a strategic leader with a significant personal or vocational passion for organic farming systems and an understanding of its global significance and multifunctional appeal. Entering our next twenty years, OFRF will continue to support farmer-driven research and federal policy that strengthens organic family farming.

Looking to purchase/partner with a 100acres+ in Colorado, Maryland and/or Northern VA. to start a free range cattle/bison farm and winery. Have a unique BBQ/Skewer - Strawberry Wine Brand concept that will be extremely lucrative in an untapped market! The plan is a franchise concept.Email Contact Info: blainetewell@yahoo.com

magnoliafarms.org

we are an organic csa farm with 100 members
we have 75 dairy goats that will kid oct 2010
we have 2 positions for dairy mgr(responsibilities include
milking hoof trimming, record keeping, stall cleaning , feeding schedual.
2nd position is for the baby goats for bottle feeding,cleaning the lil baby stalls,helping straining the milk and making cheese and soap. baby goats need to be on a schedual of 4x a day with late night feedings as well.
we prefer experiance on the baby goat position but we can train.(stipend paid and housing and meals)
the dairy mgr must have references and experiance.(high stipend paid,housing and meals) we have native american teepees here and a cooking area but provide wonderful meals dairy producucts and grassfed meats and organic abundance thru the csa gardens. serious people that love goats need only apply.this is a vast learning opportunity for someone who wants to have a cheesemaking facility someday. It will be tiresome and round the clock hrs for feedings.I am willing to spend time one on one with this person to teach them everything i know about running a sustainable csa farm. must be onsite by sept 30th babies start falling and hittin the ground then... ask for darlene

Live and direct......I am the land steward that is renovating the 8 rm block cottage into an " Integral Urban Sustainable House". Here's the start, you will have to determine the opportunities.
I'm a long time permaculture activist/teacher, and I'm land rich, and money poor as the saying goes. I steward 14.7 acres in the beautiful dry uplands rolling hills of "Buena Vista" Georgia U.S.A. The land has upper and lower meadows, Bio-shelter, passive windowed cabin, with compost toilet system,and drop buckets, electric, one way entrance and neighbors at distance, beautiful view as it's name implies, and surrounded by forest, all type of wild life, and I have many fruit trees, fuel trees, fodder trees etc...Many tools and other resources.
In addition have 8 rm rustic historic block cottage on rural like 1/2 acre in second city Columbus Georgia, which is approx 30 miles from the 14.7 acres in the country side. This is the cottage, place and space that I am renovating for the " Integral Urban Sustainable House", and Natural food store that will serve the 3 tiered up scale communities of mixed cultures/races,military retired,preachers and teachers that surround this cottage
I look for partnership,tribes,families,couple etc, that wishes to share and utilize these assets in a holistic and sustainable way. I purpose creation of a rights livelihood business around Aquaponics, natural/organic and other food producing mechanisms .The property and land space is completely own,and without significant overhead.What have you to share/invest?
Must be good people,and about living a simple lifestyle and following the permaculture way,and dedicated to sustainability. Have to be tolerant of others and peaceful.Skills such as carpentry, natural food growing, aquaculture,animal husbandry,etc are very welcome! There are various accommodations available, from cabin, bioshelter, airstream,and rm in block cottage in city. Tell me whats your thoughts....This opportunity is open to all races/cultures etc...I'm African/Cherokee.....Have friendships and associations with Salamander Springs and Koinonia communities here in the southeast. This area is beautiful, and Columbus the second city is on the Chattahoochee river and up and coming , many win wins for the right persons....
P.S MAKE SURE TO LEAVE A CONTACT ADDRESS at my box, dreadkali@yahoo.com and not just hit the reply,because I wont know how to reach you this way! Namaste', "Dee"

I can be contacted on hluseno@hotmail.com

Thanks for your reply.
I am looking for partnership where I can provide land, labour and local logistics and partner with someone or organization that will provide technical advise on various crops for export and some finance if need be. I am also trying to make this a community project hence would be interested in someone helping in training local community members. The project is to be financially sustainable/ profit making.

I have 15 acre land at yavatmal maharashtra.practically dont have knowledge of farming but wish to start it and also milk production ,since water is available. plz guide me on this.

Congratulations on living organically!I am Finchi, a young Native American/ West Indian single mom and certified home-schooler. We (includes myself, my 11 year old son and 20 year old brother) are seeking a possibly-paid position to live on a site surrounded by peace, nature and spiritual sanctuary. We would LOVE an environment where we can share and work within a like-minded community while farming or gardening, landscaping, discussing projects and exchanging enlightenment or perhaps philosophies. We love all animals and children and hope to be around them for playmates for my son. I am heavily-skilled in cooking, horticulture, mentoring, creating a peaceful environment for creativity, meditation and growth. I am a professional performing artist and writer with three years military training in the Army. We are non-judgmental with acceptance of all religions that DO NOT cause harm to humanity. We can travel there as soon as you need us. If position is paid, my brother can take the wages.
i.love.finchi@gmail.com

I am seeking work on a dairy farm with housing. I have over 20 years of experience. I am qualified in milking (pipeline and parlor), skidsteer, TMR, loader, mechinery mechanics, veinging cows, hoof care, disc and chissel plow, and putting up grain bins. Also some horse experience. Located in Northwestern Pennsylvania now but willing to relocate anywhere in the USA. For more information about myself or my qualifications please contact me at 814-425-1002 after 4pm or send me an e-mail anytime michaelwduell@yahoo.com

Herbert,
what kind of partnership are you looking for?
My friend has extensive experience in farming. He used to export fruit from his own farms and is an expert in his field.
He is currently looking for a new project.

I am an urban organic farmer from Florida.I ahve more than 13 years of experience with growing and marketing organic vegetables in addition to teaching organic cardening.More details about my work at my web link:
http://www.locvalharvest.org/farms/M20618
I am interested and I am willing to move if assistance is provided.
Best,
Tony

Please email me at kltubbs@yahoo.com with more details. I live in Salida Colorado right now.

I have a market garden currently supplying veggies to local restaurants.

I am looking for long term help or partnership, preferably with someone experienced.

The farm is in the Yosemite region of California, and off the grid. Housing is available on site.

Please let me know if you are interested by e mailing kowanalynn@yahoo.com - do not use the reply button as I may not get back to this site to check it.

We are seeking an immediate assistant to help us at a remote wildlife tent camp in Nunavut, Canada. The camp is right now in the process of being set up for small groups of photographers & naturalists to observe wild wolves during the den cycle. We are offering room & board to the right applicant, plus a wilderness /wildlife adventure of a lifetime! Minimum two weeks or more, the successful applicant must make their own way to Stoney Rapids, SK.

See: http://www.thelon.com/wolves.htm

Email us at tundra@thelon.com

I neglected to list my email address for my previous ad. Interested individuals may contact me directly at: fordson1@q.com

Thanks

R: Farm helper. I know your in Texas now, but I'm in Mn which you mentioned. I have an ad in this listing my email is ml-2@comcast.net. Check out my ad and email if your interested. Thanks!

I might have something in which you may be interested. Email me at orixaoko@yahoo.com

I am seeking a young, single individual who is upwardly mobile, farm/ranch oriented or motivated to become that way as a business partner working toward transitional ownership and operation of a sheep and dryland wheat operation in eastern Colorado. This is a small operation consisting of 160 acres of grassland and trees with about 400 acres of dryland farm ground. The farm ground is currently rented out. Lambs are finished on the place and sold grade and yield to JBS Swift in Greeley, CO. The ranch is located approximately 135 miles from the Denver metropolitan area.

You should be drug-free, serious, impeccably honest and goal-oriented. You must have good work ethic, be a legal resident, employable, with excellent mechanical and animal aptitude. This will be an extraodinary opportunity for a younger person who would like to farm and ranch but does not have the finances, the land or the opportunity to get started.

I am getting to the age that I would like to be able to leave the ranch from time to time and do the things I've wanted to do while I'm still young enough to git-r-done. I have nobody to leave the place to and I do not want to just sell it on the open market. It is time to start planning and implementing who the next generation individual will be to operate this business.

If you are serious about considering this opportunity - - then we need to talk!

My husband and I are looking for a farm to work on next season and possibly this winter. I have 4 years of experience working on a farm in North Carolina and also urban ag experience in New Orleans. We want to start our own farm or collaborate with others but first feel it necessary for my husband to get experience working on a farm before we make that jump. We have a baby on the way and will need to find a farm that will be flexible with our hours. We know there is much farm work that can be done with a baby on ones back and are looking forward to the challenge. We see our selves as being 1 1/2 people, knowing that sometimes one of us will need to be inside with the baby. We are extremely hard working, down to earth, and great cooks. We are willing to take on a farm manager job as well as something less demanding.

I am a recent graduate from the University of Vermont and I am interested in learning how to farm sustainably and organically. I do not have much experience in farming but I have a strong background in community development and applied economics. Getting my hands dirty is how I want to enhance my knowledge, and ultimately how I want to contribute to the world.

I will be headed to the western region of the US, and my destination will be dependent on job opportunities. Please contact me if you need an extra hand, or have any questions. Open to all types of positions.

Thank you, enjoy your day!

Zoe
zkosmas@gmail.com

would you consider africa- kenya in particular. I have enough land seeking some partnership in starting organic farming for export.

hello,
will you consider CA
contact me via email or at 9163969817

Hi,
I want to learn about organic farming in TX. I am from MN and have always helped my parents with their organic farm, and eventually I would like to start my own organic farm near or around Austin, where I currently live. If you are still looking for someone, please let me know. I may be buying an airstream very soon as well, so I would have my own place to sleep.

I look forward to hearing back from you.

Thanks

Alexandra Painter

Hello,

I am writing to see if there is anyone interested in changing lifestyle.
My partner (30), son (2)and I (26) are beginning a small sustainable family farm on a large spot of land in the Monadnock region of South West New Hampshire. This is our first year at this location, and there sure is a lot of work to do.
Living conditions are rough, we do not yet have a well dug, so water is pumped from a near by stream. The land is in a rural area, surrounded by forest. Our road is un-paved and rocky. There are lots of bugs, hot sun, rain and thunder storms, and sometimes 60 mph wind.
We are currently living in a teepee that is under construction, with plans of building a more permanent house in the future.
If you are OK with all that....
It is a beautiful spot! Lots of water and ponds, abundant wild life, and a big beautiful sky. The soil is pretty poor, but we are working hard to amend.
What we are interested in is possibly having a like minded couple, or possibly individuals come to the land to help us create something beautiful. There are lots of possibilities.
You would not have to pay to live, and are welcome to build a natural structure or just bring a tent, but you would have to pay for food. We cook food together, and eat as a family, so if you could pitch in that would be great. We have a car, that is in poor shape, and you would need one too, unless you would be into pitching in and sharing a car.
We are very flexible with terms, but need the right people to come. Eventually we hope to feed the farm with food we grow. We are NOT vegan or vegetarian, but believe animals should be raised on pasture in the sun shine. We have chickens for eggs and meat and are looking forward to more animals. Very interested in working animals, and using as little gas/oil as possible.
We do not have money to offer, and hardly have money to get by. But we are able to use our skills to make a little here and there and are making it happen with our hard work and dreams.

Anyone still reading?? If so you should Email us directly, do not press "reply" because it will go to the top of this board and we may never see it.
Email is NewHeritageFarmers at gmail.com
Hope there is someone out there that needs this as much as we did.
Hollie

I am an experienced veganic no-till mulch gardener/farmer who is currently uprooted. I am seeking a situation or partnership for starting a new farm or helping with an existing one. I have some investment capitol and years of experience. I am seeking only rural veganic opportunities.
contact Ken at:
traditionalnesters@yahoo.com
715-696-6630

Dear Sirs, my name is Maira, I am from Latvia.I'm looking for a job for my husband and his cousin (30 and 28 years old). I am writing to get some information about job opportunities in farm . We have been looking for work abroad for a long time, but without any success, so I decided to write here.
Men are very industrious, strong, durable, ready to work intensively with a high sense of responsibility,honestly.Not afraid of work, have an expierence to work long hours in various weather conditions.
They have experience in agriculture and animal husbandry. 12 years in backyard farm was kept three dairy cows, pigs and oxens. For our and beasts needs were raised potatoes,beets, grains. In farm everything were done on our own. (Planted, weeded, harvested, fed beasts, harvested hay and other manual work like that associated with the work on the farm).They have experience in milking cows by hand. We have also grown strawberries 4 years and also various vegetables.
Cattle breeding farm was more than a hobby rather than a profit.

If You want a responsible and hard working employees, then we will be glad to receive from you a message.
They are ready to work any job.

We are looking forward hear from you soon,
to e mail projekts02@inbox.lv

Yours Faithfully,
Maira

As well, everyone on this web site understands the value of living soils. Our organic fertilizer is among the highest grade produced anywhere world-over. Non manure based fertilizers lessen the chances of pathogens and downstream problems. We are not negating the use of manure as long as it is processed properly. However, the application of our premium grade organic and natural fertilizers are safe and productive. Should you have need of further information about our company or programs erg; crops to sports-fields please feel free to contact us on our web site.

Hello Bruce, have you found the help you are looking for at the Mindfulness center in Temple?
- Mike

Community Sustainable Grower/Farm start-up. Matching funds, vegetarian and no intoxicants. Interest in Ecology and creative, cooperative and collaborative living helpful. Ideas? Minnesota or Elsewhere. Ml-2@comcast.net

Hello. My name is Aaron. I am looking for full time work on an organic farm in Southern New Jersey area. I have no experience, but am a hard worker and want to learn. I believe that organic farming is one of the answers to global warming and want to be a part of it.

we would be interested in your intern position.my name is lesley and my husband is troy england.it is just the two of us.we both love kids.we have 6 but they are growin up and out of the house. we both love to be outside and in the garden.we have always had one.troy tiled our neighbor one last year and this year he tiled 4 gardens for poeple.and some of them we even planted for them.my emial is lesley72kay@hotmail.com or number is 812-346-6042 just leave message.thank you,lesley

Did you find the help you were looking for? Can you please tell me where you are located?