Join us for a delightful weekend celebrating Vermont’s rich maple heritage! The Maple Open House Weekend offers visitors an opportunity to explore sugarhouses statewide, witness the maple syrup production process, and enjoy a variety of maple-inspired experiences. All participating locations are proud members of the Vermont Maple Sugar Makers’ Association (VMSMA), ensuring an authentic and high-quality maple experience.
Field crew positions at Free Verse Farm provide the opportunity to experience first-hand what it takes to work on a small herb farm. The work will be mostly in the field, focused on the cultivation of herbs, with employees spending the majority of their time planting, weeding, and harvesting crops, as well as drying and processing herbs. Folx with a background and/or interest in herbalism generally find this role extremely rewarding.
Please note that we are a growing business and there is opportunity for long-term employment and growth for the right candidates!
The ideal field crew member:
● Is a hard worker who enjoys manual labor, regardless of weather conditions
● Is able to lift 50 pounds
● Is flexible, patient, and detail-oriented
● Is comfortable working alone, as well as in a group
● Has a positive attitude and a team mentality
● Has a dedicated interest in farming and/or herbs
● Has previous farming experience (not required, but strongly recommended)
● Has reliable transportation (we re in a rural area with limited access to public transportation) and a commitment to arriving on time to work
The Details:
● Wages start at $16-19, based on experience level.
● The season runs from approximately May through October. Depending upon our needs, there may be the opportunity to begin the season earlier in the year, and/or continue farm work with us into November and December.
● Field crew members are expected to commit to the full farming season. Long trips during the farming season are discouraged, as they can significantly disrupt our season and increase the workload for our small crew. However, we always work to maintain open communication with our staff and do our best to accommodate their needs while working to minimize the impact of any time off.
● Workdays usually begin at 8 am, lasting 8-9 hours.
● Positions are for 2-3 days per week on the farm (ideally 3), with the possibility of being full-time by taking shifts at the Farm Shop and/or Apothecary.
● There is also the possibility of extra farm work during the growing season and farm sitting for us during the occasional short trip we might take during the summer months.
● Benefits of this position include access to fresh herbs and vegetables from our farm (when available), 15% off all groceries at the Free Verse Farm Shop, first-hand instruction on growing, tending, and processing herbs, and the opportunity to expand your farming knowledge and experience while spending the summer on a beautiful hillside in Vermont.
Free Verse Farm is an equal-opportunity employer that values inclusivity and diversity in Vermont's farm community. We are a family-run business offering a respectful work environment that encourages input and feedback from employees.
As managers, we strive to establish strong lines of communication with all of our employees, as we deeply appreciate the ways that employees commit their time, energy, and physical bodies to our farm during the season. We take the physical and mental health of our employees very seriously and strive to teach and model healthy body mechanics and mind frames. We approach employee management with open-heartedness and a deep respect for each individual's needs, strengths, and interests.
To learn more & apply:
https://www.freeversefarm.com/employment-opportunities
ABOUT OUR FARM:
Free Verse Farm is a co-creation of Taylor Katz and Misha Johnson, two artists/farmers with a passion for growing, eating, and sharing delicious and nourishing food and herbs.
We're a small, certified organic herb farm and apothecary in Chelsea, VT specializing in naturally-grown teas, culinary herbs, bulk herbs, herbal remedies, and herbal body care. Our herbs and remedies are available at our Farm Shop, a variety of retail stores, and through our Community Supported Apothecary subscriptions.
Since 2012, we have grown medicinal, culinary, and tea herbs at our small farm, cultivating approximately 2 acres of herbs and wildharvesting from our open meadows, pastures, and woods.
Using the herbs we grow as our primary ingredients, we offer a line of herbal remedies, tea blends, herbal body care products, and culinary herbs. Our products are available in boutiques, groceries, farmstands, gift shops, restaurants, and cafés, primarily in the northeast, as well as at our own shop in the heart of downtown Chelsea.
Our herbs are harvested by hand and freshly dried right on our farm. We dry the majority of our herbs in our new, solar-powered herb drying barn, taking the utmost care to preserve the essential constituents that give each herb its flavor, potency, and magic. We handcraft our herbal products in small batches in our downtown apothecary, sourcing as many herbal ingredients as possible directly from our farm.
At Free Verse Farm, we pride ourselves on providing our community with the highest quality organic herbs and herbal remedies. We cultivate our herbs as naturally as possible through hard work and an ever-deepening partnership with the earth. We use mostly hand tools to work the soil, only composts, manures, and mulches for fertility, and never any chemicals. We believe that nothing is more satisfying, nourishing, and potent than herbs tended with loving care; we hope our herbs and products relay that passion.
Hello- this is Mark Boyden from Boyden Farm in VT and we now own Montshire Packing in No Haverhill NH, right on the border with Vermont. This is a full USDA facility that does slaughter and processing of beef. We have openings now and year round to do your organic cattle and specialize in great retail packaging as that is what we do for our beef sales as well. We have a strong dedicated crew that takes great pride in what they do. Please note that we are beef only as are specializing in doing that and doing it well. Please call 603-787-9199 Thanks!!
Footprint Farm (Starksboro, VT) has one more available position for 2025. Our farm is small (2-3 acres depending on the time of year), diverse, and focused on providing high quality, year-round produce to our community. We run a 150+ member CSA and serve around a dozen wholesale outlets including caterers, the Middlebury Natural Foods Co-op, and restaurants. We run a low-till, mostly hands-on operation with main focuses on soil fertility, continuous improvement/learning, and supporting the people involved with our farm now and into the future.
Our team is typically made up of 5-7 individuals filling multiple roles that match their skills and interests. We are looking for one more person to fill out our team, ideally someone interested in specializing in high tunnel crops. We grow trellised tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, beans, and eggplant in our 5 (soon to be 6) high tunnels and are looking for someone who has experience or interest in acting as the point person for trellising, pruning, harvest and IPM. Experience is preferred, though we could work with someone brand new to tunnels if the right person comes along. This position is full time from May - October with potential for work outside of that timeframe. We provide PTO, a gear stipend, produce, and contributions to a SIMPLE IRA for each employee. All of our positions start at $17, and this position's range of potential hourly wage is $17-$20/hour depending on experience.
Please find full job descriptions including open roles, compensation packages, and qualifications on our website: www.footprintfarmvt.com/jobs
In December, NOFA-VT hosted a series of meetings in the Northeast Kingdom to bring the farm community together and take steps toward building resilience in response to the past two years of flooding. We are convening a follow-up meeting to review the results from December’s focus groups, develop community action plans, and collectively decide how to allocate the implementation funds of $22,500 towards meeting the community’s goals. Farmers, we would love to have you join us!
The Farm
Maple Wind Farm is a pasture-based livestock farm operating in Richmond and Bolton, Vermont for more than 20 years. The farm produces pasture-raised non-GMO pork, turkeys, layer and broiler chickens, and 100% grass-fed beef. The core of our agricultural mission centers around daily moves of our livestock, providing animals with the freshest pasture possible, while regenerating soil & water resources. Our certified organic, USDA poultry slaughter and meat processing plant allows us to bring these high-quality, regenerative proteins directly to our discerning customers.
Position Overview
The General Manager (GM) leads our diversified pasture-based livestock farm and food business. This key leadership role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of farm operations, retail sales, and customer fulfillment across multiple sales channels. The GM will be tasked with ensuring operational efficiency, maximizing profitability, and maintaining the highest standards of product quality, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with hands-on experience in food production, food safety, and direct-to-consumer sales. The GM will be accountable for driving measurable results that align with the farm's mission of regenerative agriculture, profitability, and community engagement. The General Manager role offers the opportunity to lead a growing, mission-driven farm and food business with a strong commitment to regenerative agriculture, community engagement, and customer satisfaction.
For more information and details on how to apply, please visit our Work Here Page
We are looking forward to hearing from you!
ABOUT US
Lareau Farm and Forest, in Waitsfield, Vermont, is located in the Mad River Valley. The farm is home to the original American Flatbread Restaurant, a 12 room Farmhouse Inn, a Wedding Pavilion, a restored 19th c. Dairy Barn that hosts a series of summer Art Shows, a community garden, a 2 acre production garden and the Lareau Farm Stand.
We are a dynamic team of four. The 2 acre gardens are managed for nutrient-density and biodiversity using organic practices. We raise pigs and laying hens for use in the restaurant and inn.
POSITION
The work of the Garden Crew Member is both physically and mentally engaging! You get to work outside in fresh air interacting with plants, animals and people!
This position can also include working one shift in our events side of the company.
This is a full time seasonal position of 40 hours per week. The position requires some flexibility based on the needs of the garden/events.
This is a seasonal position. The season runs from May 12 – October 31st.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Bed preparation
• Seeding and transplanting
• Weeding/cultivating
• Organic pest management
• Compost management
• Greenhouse and Poly Tunnel Production
• Harvesting and washing produce
• Animal care (pigs and chickens)
• Wood stacking
• Fence building and other light carpentry possibilities
• Sharing knowledge about the gardens and farm with visitors and guests
• Supporting other tasks as necessary for healthy garden operations
QUALIFICATIONS
• One to two years of garden/farm experience is desirable
• Comfort working with animals
• Ability to work both cooperatively and independently
• Strong work ethic
• Comfort with physical labor and working outdoors in all weather conditions
* Excellent communication skills
•Positive outlook
• Sense of commitment
WHY SHOULD YOU APPLY?
• To be directly contributing to raising plants and animals and stewarding
the land in responsible and ethical ways
• To work outside in physically active work
• To work with a team of happy and engaged gardeners
* There is great opportunity for learning and growth
• The Mad River Valley is full of amazing adventure opportunities with many
swimming holes and biking and hiking trails
COMPENSATION
• $18 - $20/hour (based on experience) with enhanced gratuity pay for event hours
• 3 paid holidays per season
• Accrued paid sick leave
• One free Flatbread per month
• Primitive housing, may be available.
TO APPLY
Please email our Farm Manager, Lynne Boudreau at [email protected].
Send a resume and 2-3 paragraphs sharing about yourself, relevant experience/education, and why you’re interested in the position.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Position starts May 12, 2025.
Please join us for a day of learning and networking with other farmers market leaders!
Farmers markets are integral to our thriving local food system, and serve as important small business incubators. This annual conference brings together market managers, organizers, vendors, and supporters from across the state for a full day of education, resource-sharing, and networking. The conference offers resources and information from service providers, state agencies, and fellow market organizers.
2025-26 Farming Fellowship | Lake Placid, NY
About North Country School & Camp Treetops
Located on the outskirts of Lake Placid, NY, Camp Treetops and North Country School sit on a 220-acre campus amid majestic mountain peaks in New York State's Adirondack Park. Since 1921 and 1938 respectively, we have been nationally renowned for pioneering educational programs rooted in progressive practices and experiential learning. Both Camp and School guide children to engage the natural world, take on intellectual and physical challenges in a nurturing community, and cultivate independence and creativity.
Position Overview
North Country School & Camp Treetops seeks a full-time Farming Fellow to join our educational farm in the Adirondacks. Over the course of this year-long fellowship, you will immerse yourself in the daily tasks and seasonal cycles that sustain our campus farm—from starting seeds and growing crops to caring for livestock, managing rotational grazing, and working with horses. You’ll also help create a hands-on, place-based learning experience for nearly 300 campers and students, guiding them through barn chores and integrating them into the rhythms of farm life. This unique opportunity blends farming and education, offering a meaningful way to inspire the next generation to discover “the joy in meaningful work.”
What You Will Do
Your work will center around our farm's daily rhythms and routines and the many tasks that fall within them over the course of the growing season.
As the seasons change, you will be involved in cultivating and harvesting, prepping fields and greenhouses for planting, creating our annual crop plan, participating in thoughtful and intentional community-wide harvests of our meat birds, harvesting crops, caring for animals, providing horseback riding instruction, leading community maple sugaring activities, or leading barn chores. Throughout it all, you will be guided by the experiential learning that has shaped our approach for over 100 years. Below is a breakdown of how your roles and responsibilities will unfold over the course of the year:
Farm Education & Operations (75% of time)
As a key member of the farm team, you will work closely with the Educational Farm Director and Equine & Livestock Manager to help care for the farm. Simultaneously, you will provide students and campers with experiential learning opportunities that integrate hands-on farm work with our seasonal rhythms. You will help to:
Farm Logistics & Planning (10%)
In the winter and spring, your role will shift toward preparing for the upcoming growing season. You’ll collaborate with the farm team to create the annual crop plan, order livestock such as laying hens and pigs, and prepare for seasonal events like lambing and maple sugaring. This time will also involve maintaining farm records, managing systems for ordering and planning, and deepening your farming knowledge through ongoing professional development. Your efforts will be crucial in ensuring that the farm is well-prepared for the busy growing season ahead.
Horsemanship & Riding Instruction (10%)
As part of your responsibilities, you'll be involved in caring for our horses and will assist with horseback riding lessons based on your comfort and ability. You'll also help school horses as needed. Your horsemanship duties will tie into farm operations and be an essential part of your overall contribution to the community.
Assisting the NCS Outdoor Program (5%)
When school is in session from September-May, you’ll help lead various outdoor activities. Similar to recess, "out-time" provides students an opportunity to engage in activities that spark their interests, like riding lessons or helping with farm tasks such as hay deliveries or sheep care. You’ll also participate in Saturday Trips, which are full-day excursions that involve hiking, skiing, or exploring local museums and events. These trips will offer opportunities for the students to engage with the outdoors beyond the farm, expanding their learning and adventure in the Adirondacks.
Skills You Bring to Our Community
The Values You Bring to Our Community
The Benefits of Working Here
In addition to a monthly stipend of $1,800 a month, you will enjoy:
How to Apply
To apply, please send your resume, three references, and written responses to the following questions to [email protected]. As part of the application process, you will be required to complete a nationwide criminal background check, in addition to providing a valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
Please note: This position is intended for individuals age 21 and up. Given the role’s physical demands, you should be able to lift 55 lbs, kneel for long periods, and be comfortable with repetitive physical tasks and long days spent doing physical work outside in a range of seasonal conditions and temperatures from -30F to 95F. Night and weekend work will be required.
Our Mission and Values
North Country School and Camp Treetops strives to create a community that gives children the self-confidence, knowledge, skills, and values to lead satisfying and productive lives while contributing to their world.
We are a values-driven community and seek to have a positive impact the world around us by living out our core values on and off campus:
