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CitySprouts is a nonprofit school garden organization that partners with public schools to build schools’ capacity to integrate school gardens with existing curricula and school culture. CitySprouts operates as a district-wide program in Cambridge Public Schools (CPS), including a summer internship for middle school youth; and in schools in the Boston area as a member […]

Arden NC (20 minutes SW of Asheville). We are searching for a farmer who is interested in putting our small plot of land into production.  This is land only, no housing; just under 3 acres of flat land w/2 streams (unnamed stream and Avery’s Creek - *might* be useable for irrigation). There is a somewhat […]

Established organic farm available for rent/lease with off-the-grid home and barn area. Great upside potential due to burgeoning local markets and restaurant opportunities. Total area is 13 acres. Two acres are currently deer-fenced and under cultivation (vegs/flowers/fruit/chickens in chicken-tractor). Current eight-acre hay field can be converted to cultivation. Greenhouse is 400 square feet. Experienced organic farmer […]

Watershed Farm has been a mixed vegetable and herb farm for over 10 years and is located 12 km. from Bridgewater on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia. This past year we have successfully run a 45 member vegetable and flower CSA with a strong social justice mandate (subsidized shares and weekly food donations) […]

VEGETABLE PRODUCTION ASSISTANT THE SUNSHINE FARM CHELAN, WA The Sunshine Farm is a diverse 100-acre farm that includes tree fruit, vegetables, vineyards, cattle, chickens, a winery, and a vibrant farm market.  We grow about 3 acres of organic vegetables in fields that benefit from great soil, marvelous sunshine, and sweeping views of Lake Chelan.  In addition to selling produce at our own market, we run a CSA, […]

Farmland available – Arden NC (20 minutes SW of Asheville). We are searching for a farmer who is interested in putting our small plot of land into production.  This is land only, no housing; just under 3 acres of flat land w/2 streams (unnamed stream and Avery’s Creek - *might* be useable for irrigation). There […]

Glynwood Farm is seeking a livestock apprentice for the 2012 season. Located in Cold Spring, NY, in the lower Hudson Valley, the farm sits on 225 acres in the middle of Fahnestock State Park. Glynwood is an agricultural non-profit organization whose mission  is to save farming by strengthening farm communities and regional food systems. The […]

Excerpt is below, but follow this link for specifics  and how to apply: https://statejobsny.com/public/vacancyTable.cfm As an Immigrant Workers Specialist 1, you would serve as a liaison between the Department of Labor, agricultural employers, immigrant workers and advocacy groups. You would work as a liaison with farmers to enhance their understanding of their responsibilities under state […]

2012 Internship Positions with Cloud Mountain Farm Center, Everson - Whatcom County, Washington  The Cloud Mountain Farm Center is accepting applications for paid intern positions for their sixth month on farm program in 2012.  Known for researching, propagating and growing the best varieties for the Pacific Northwest this 20 acre farm in Everson, Washington has […]

Greyrock Farm CSA is looking for an experienced dairy manager to grow our small herd of Brown Swiss cows.  We currently milk three cows and sell raw milk through our CSA and farmstand.  Our farm is located in Cazenovia, NY, just SE of Syracuse.  In addition to raw milk, we also grow vegetables on about […]

Another great opportunity! We recently bought 76 acres in the Ozarks (in the defunct town of McClurg, MO) and are planning on retiring there.  We both love gardening and are looking for someone who might be interested in doing caretaker work for our raised gardens, small cattle herd, and small flock of chickens while we […]

Here's a note from Landowner Heather Halsey - this is a wonderful opportunity for the right greenhorn! I have a 100 acre farm - Second Chance Farm in Limestone, TN - that I am no longer working.  I have a new job with a land trust organization in Maine (where I am from).  I would […]

Backbone Food Farm is hiring an Assistant Farm Manager to work with us for the 2012 growing season and subsequent years to come.  We are looking for a person to join our crew to supervise, in conjunction with the two head farmers, our 12 acre produce operation.  Our season runs March 15- October 30. About […]

Huguenot Street Farm is a dynamic, innovative, CSA-focused agricultural project in New Paltz in New York's Hudson Valley Region. This will be our 14th year of CSA and we do a small number of wholesale and restaurant sales as well. Our website is at www.flyingbeet.com. We have an opening for an assistant farm manager position […]

Wassaic Community Farm is a fourth year food justice project looking for a second full time farmer to join our team for the 2012 season starting in February or March until November. We are located in the Harlem Valley adjacent to the last stop on the Metro-north train to NYC, a bicycle path and miles […]

The Small Farms Quarterly (http://www.smallfarms.cornell.edu/pages/quarterly/index.cfm) is currently looking for contributing authors. This publication is a great way to get out the word about your programs and to highlight new and beginning, or experienced, farmers you're working with. Our deadlines for 2012 are as follows: Feb 10th, May 11th & August 10th. We look for articles between […]

Holler Farm is a 106-acre homestead and small market farm located in Oxford, New York, in the Southern Tier. We have 2 acres in intensive vegetable production, 10 acres in pasture, 25 acres in hay (currently cut by a neighboring dairy farm), a 30-acre woodlot, a mushroom laying yard, and 2 wildlife ponds. For the […]

Sola Gratia Farm, LLC is hiring. Position: Vegetable Farmer Location: Urbana, Illinois Start date: January, 2012 Duration: Full Time Salary: $32,000 (benefits negotiable) POSITION DESCRIPTION: We seek a farmer to manage a 3 acre Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) farm. Responsibilities will include: • develop a yearly fruit/vegetable growing plan • plant, weed, water, and harvest […]

Part-time, one year Program Assistant position Community Involved in Sustaining Agriculture (CISA) is a non-profit organization that strengthens local agriculture by building connections between farmers and the community. The Program Assistant will support CISA staff in program implementation, communications, grants and event management. Tasks will include event logistics, phone inquiries and reminders, writing and proofreading, […]

APPLY NOW to launch your farm business at Tilian in 2012! Are you an entrepreneurial-minded farmer eager to start your business in Michigan? Are you committed to farming long term, building relationships within your community and boosting the local economy by increasing access to local food? Then consider applying to Tilian's Four Season Farmer Incubator […]

Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture is a non-profit farm and education center located 25 miles north of Manhattan in Pocantico Hills, New York. Stone Barns operates an 80-acre four-season farm. Through our Growing Farmers Initiative, children’s education programs, and diverse public awareness programs, we aim to improve the way America eats and farms. […]

Farm Manager – Middletown, NY Area We are seeking a motivated individual with three to five years experience in vegetable/fruit production for a full time position re-establishing farmland outside of Middletown, NY.  Experience planting, growing and harvesting hops is a plus.  We anticipate starting with a one acre hop yard (adding an additional 5-10 acres […]

POSITION POSTING: ESSEX FARM 2503 Rte 22, Essex, NY 19236 [email protected] Essex Farm in Essex, NY is seeking experienced and highly motivated farmers who want to joint a fast-paced and team-oriented organization. We are dedicated to providing a full diet, year round, for our CSA members. Applications are being accepted for the following positions: Dairy […]

Watershed Farm Farmer Manager Wanted           Watershed Farm has been a mixed vegetable and herb farm for over 10 years and is located 12 km. from Bridgewater on the beautiful South Shore of Nova Scotia. This past year we have successfully run a 45 member vegetable and flower CSA with a strong social justice mandate (subsidized […]

There is a room for rent at Eightfold Farm with shared kitchen and bath. The farm is located in Pfafftown, NC- twenty minutes from downtown Winston-Salem. Situated on seven acres of former cow pasture, the farm sees great sunrises/sets and a view of downtown Winston-Salem in the distance. Looking for a roommate who is financially […]

The landowner, Robert, has just written up a blog post describing the situation.  You can read the post HERE and contact Robert at farm at youngwalser.net The farm is near Cannon Falls, MN and has great for some enthusiastic greenhorns! Thanks, Robert.

Call for Seed Farm Apprentices: The Seed Farm, Lehigh County, PA The Seed Farm is a new farmer training program and agricultural business incubator project supported by the County of Lehigh in Southeastern Pennsylvania. The mission of the Seed Farm is to start and grow new sustainable farms and farmers in the Lehigh Valley and to support […]

Unique Farming Opportunity in Eastern Massachusetts. Historic farm property 26 miles west of Boston with 6A crop and pastureland, fantastic barn with re-use potential, outbuildings and 4BR renovated farmhouse. Fifteen additional acres available. Owners seek farmer with vision, experience and commitment to bring this locally significant farm back to life. Owners wish to collaborate in an […]

One at a time , Weldon, CA Looking for a Resposible: - single male or female - couple -couple with a kid or two I have twelve (12) acres of land with an old trailer, outbuildings, fenced needing some TLC and someone to enjoy it for a growing season... longer if things work out. My […]

start planning now for next season! For starters, we know that Green string Farm is looking. Amazing place. http://www.greenstringinstitute.org/internships.html Remember to check ATTRA, MOFGA (Maine), etc.

UNITE HERE, the largest worker organization representing food service workers, has launched a new initiative and website bringing the perspectives of food workers to the discussion about sustainable food.  We are also doing a series of events around Food Day connecting food workers with students, faculty, and food organizations.  You can find out what we are up to at www.realfoodrealjobs.org.

put your wool thinking cap on and make it HAPPEN:  www.growfood.org      

an Iowa organization with some great agriculture programming.  Wallace.org. Chef/Food Programs Manager: Culinary arts education with strong interest in local foods; ability to develop food programming & value-added food products. Full-time w/ benefits, $28K to $32K. Based at the Henry A. Wallace Country Life Center near Orient, IA. Complete job description & application at www.wallace.org. […]

FOOD TO BANK ON is a three-year farmer incubation project that connects beginning sustainable farmers with business training, markets and mentorship, while providing farm-fresh product to food banks and shelters.

Orting, WA -- Part of PCC Farmland Trust's Orting Valley Farms, 27 acres, 24 tillable available for lease, lease with option to buy, or sale. Landowner would like to see this gorgeous soil used for some crops and small livestock. 1 large dairy barn, 1 milk barn, 2 pole barns, large cement pad, 1 small […]

As most of you know, we stopped growing for market in 2011. This year we have turned our attention to finding people who may be the right buyers for a new configuration of the farm. In 1973 we bought 60 acres in western Loudoun County, our part of a purchase of 400 acres –nearly ½ […]

White Oak Farm has recently posted several working/living positions which you can check out at http://www.whiteoakfarmcsa.org/positions. To get an overview of this amazing non-profit organic farm and education center go to http://www.whiteoakfarmcsa.org.

Growing heart farm is looking for a farmer for their small vegetable operation in southeast Dutchess County 80 miles north of new york city.  Their mission is to connect city dwellers to sustainable living and farming.  In addition to hosting a bunch of fun farm events they deliver 50 CSA shares to new york city […]

IMMEDIATE OPPENING. Elizabeth Ryan is looking for a visionary hard worker/ entrepreneur to set up a farmstore/ pick your own stand on the orchard slopes below OLANA (Hudson, NY). To sell apples, possibly facilitate U-Pick, and be a chatty happy . Full Commitment (10 hour day)  fri-sat-sunday at least until Halloween likely longer.  Perky, reliable, […]

Here's a note from young farmer Katee Lafleur, seeking a partner in Petaluma. Hi there, I'm in the process of starting a two-acre farm here on the Marin/Sonoma county border on a beautiful 50-acre former cow ranch. Currently the fields are in cover crop, and I'm making plans to grow and sell produce exclusively for […]