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Employment Opportunities:
Queen’s Greens, a small, diversified vegetable operation in North Amherst is currently hiring for the 2015 growing season. Seeking candidate that has 1+ years experience in field work. Greenhouse, washroom and other experience a plus.
Contact Danya: kingcreek.queensgreens@gmail.com
Warner Farm, a 10th generation family farm in Sunderland is currently hiring for the 2015 season. Seeking outgoing and organized candidates with love of food and farming to help part-time with farmers markets, and CSA share packing and distributions.
Contact Dave: david@warnerfarm.com
Next Barn Over is a 34-acre organic mixed vegetable farm in Hadley, MA with a 500-member CSA and wholesale accounts at local restaurants and grocery stores. Next Barn Over is currently hiring 2 people to join a returning five-member field crew for the 2015 season. Both positions are full-time (40-60 hrs/wk) and full season (April-December).
Applicants should have an interest in efficient farm systems; be hardworking, reliable, and self-motivated. Farm work is fun and rewarding but also very physically demanding. Applicants should have the desire to work outside even in adverse weather and be able to work early in the morning. Preference will be given to folks interested in a multiple-year commitment. Ability to speak Spanish is a plus. Women, people of color, queer and trans people are encouraged to apply. Email letter of interest and resume to info@nextbarnover.com
Atlas Farm, an 85-acre organic vegetable farm in Deerfield, is seeking a Farmers Market Assistant for the 2015 season. The Market Assistant works two days per week on the farm and two days per week at the Copley Square Farmers Market in Boston, for a total of 40-55 hours/week. Compensation is $10 per hour, plus a season of free organic produce.
We are looking for personable applicants who are knowledgeable and passionate about organic agriculture. Experience working on vegetable farms or at farmers markets is a plus. A strong work ethic and excellent customer service skills are required. Applicants must be able to work long hours with minimal breaks, maintain a good attitude in all weather conditions, and lift 50 pounds.
To apply for this position, please send a letter of interest and resume to Rosemary at farmersmarkets@atlasfarm.com
Just Roots: The Greenfield Community Farm is a diverse vegetable farm and education center started in 2012 by Just Roots. Our mission is to increase access to healthy local food by connecting people, resources, land, and know-how. Just Roots has several internship opportunities with 4 options for seasonal commitments. Learn More »
Agricola Farm, a diversified livestock farm in Vermont, is seeking 2 farm assistants for the summer/fall 2015. Agricola Farm raises pigs, sheep and chickens using old Italian farming traditions merged with more modern understanding of sustainable agriculture. Butchering is done on the farm, including the preparation of Italian charcuterie (salame). Learn More »
Inquiries should be directed to Ale (Alessandra Rellini) at alerellini@gmail.com
Bug Hill Farm, a Certified Organic berry farm in Ashfield, has two internship positions available for summer 2015. Bug Hill makes value added products from local farms’ fruit in a state certified commercial kitchen and hosts farm events and educational workshops.
Contact Kate via email for details after March 22: katekerivan@gmail.com
Unpaid Internships:
New Lands Farm provides agricultural opportunities to refugee and immigrant farmers arriving from countries around the world. Two community farms and multiple garden sites provide ready access to farm land for families living in or near urban centers of Worcester and greater Springfield. New Lands Farm interns conduct hands-on assistance to new refugee and immigrant farmers in the classroom, on farm sites, and in additional garden sites. New Lands Farm Internship Opportunities 2015 »
