Organic Vegetable Grower and Farmers Market Apprenticeship

Contact Name
Jennifer Glenister
Phone Number
814 448 3904
Details

We are a 25 acre, highly diversified (40+crops), organic vegetable farm managed by a team of 10 apprentices and experienced growers. We focus our production towards our bustling farmers markets in Washington D.C. To meet market demand, we strive to consistently produce high quality produce every week using season extension and succession plantings. We also sell many amazing veggies, fruits, and foods from our neighbors in the country. 

 

With a 50-year history, we are constantly striving to improve our systems and be sustainable with regards to our soil and environment, our people, and our business.

 

Our apprentices are trained to manage a variety of crops and jobs on the farm. While apprentices spend a significant amount of time transplanting, weeding, irrigating, harvesting, and marketing, the primary role of each apprentice is to manage their areas of responsibility. Each person has the opportunity to engage in learning about organic vegetable production, marketing fresh produce, people/labor management, and problem solving. The farm is well developed and established, offering a great opportunity for beginning farmers to learn from seasoned farmers.

 

Previous work on farms and/or outdoor physical labor is helpful but not necessary. Enthusiasm, work ethic, organization, communication, and willingness to work as a team are qualities that make for a successful apprenticeship. Compensation includes a monthly salary plus full room and board.

 

Please visit www.newmorningfarm.net/employment for more information about the apprenticeship and to apply. 

Bear Roots Farm Seeking Assistant Full-Time Farm and Nursery Manager

Details
Bear Roots farm is a diverse 355 acre Certified Organic hill farm combining crop fields, wood lots, pasture and natural habitat. We are located in Barre and Williamstown Vermont. 25 minutes south of Montpelier. Our primary retail location is the Roots Farm Market located in Middlesex VT. We are looking for an individual who can be a multi purpose facilitator for our complex and diverse business operation. This is an opportunity to contribute existing skill sets while also gaining new skills while learning our farm systems. This is a seasonal job with the strong possibility of becoming a year round position. *Experience 1-2 years farm or farm-related experience *Basic knowledge of QBO *Proven communication & interpersonal skills *Job Duties Participate in greenhouse operations *Seedling House *Nursery Greenhouse *Year-Round High Tunnel Production Weekly Wholesale distribution & communication *Weekly email correspondence *Utilize QBO for invoicing *Coordinate & schedule with distributors *Pack & delivery Store Liaison *Correspond with store/kitchen staff for produce, seedling, compost needs *Pack & delivery *Oversee seedling/perennial crop availability CSA *Senior Farm Share July-September *Small local CSA coordination Field Work *Planting *Weeding *Harvesting This position is seasonal (April - Late November) with the intention of training the right candidate for longer term, year-round employment. The ideal candidate will be flexible, organized, reliable, excellent at communicating, and have a great sense of humor. Compensation $20-$21/hour depending on experience Low-cost housing available Surplus and imperfect produce

Root 5 Farm is hiring Our Harvest Crew for the 2025 Season!

Contact Name
Danielle Allen
Phone Number
(802) 923-6339
Details

Root 5 Farm (Fairlee, VT) is known for our high-quality organic vegetables, organized and efficient workflow, and dedication to customer satisfaction. We provide a positive and engaging work environment, with opportunities for flexible scheduling when needed.

​As an established farm with over 20 years of experience, we're committed to supporting continual learning and skill building on our farm. We're focused on fair wages and a safe, supportive work environment. We're currently hiring for our harvest crew!

 

Morning Harvest Crew
Part-time, 7am-noon, minimum 10 hours/week.
Opportunities to work additional days or hours if interested.
late April-late November
$17/hour
 

  • This is a part time, seasonal position that has a particular focus on harvesting produce (cutting salad greens, bunching herbs and roots, bulk harvesting peppers, tomatoes, squash, cucumbers, and more!)
     
  • Must be adaptable to working in various weather conditions, have the ability to lift and carry moderately heavy loads, and have the physical stamina and flexibility to perform repetitive tasks while standing or kneeling.

 

 

Interested? Visit our website to submit your application:

https://www.root5farm.com/employment-opportunities.html 

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