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Fifth Crow Farm is a young and growing, highly diversified, certified organic farm in Pescadero, CA. We are 45 miles from San Francisco and about 35 miles from Santa Cruz.  Although primarily a market farm selling to farmers’ markets and restaurants in San Francisco and San Mateo County, we also have an 85 member CSA.   […]

Timeline Start Date: March 11, 2013      OR            Start Date: May 27, 2013 End Date: March 10, 2014                        End Date: May 23, 2014 Organizational Description In 2007, the founders of Jones Valley Teaching Farm transformed three and a half acres of vacant downtown Birmingham property into an urban farm, driven by the singular vision of making […]

Pine Mountain Settlement School has an opening for the position of Farm Manager. The Farm Manager is responsible for the School’s gardens, which supply food for Pine Mountain’s dining hall. The Farm Manager cooperates with the School’s food preparation staff to grow what the School needs for its dining operation. The Farm Manager supervises and […]

Apprenticeship in Rice and Duck Agriculture, with profit-share May 2013-October 2013 Boundbrook Farm, Ferrisburgh, Vermont Boundbrook Farm is the largest wet rice farm in the northeastern U.S., and is a regional leader in ecological rice production on a small-commercial scale.  We use ducks for weed control and use a variety of specialized equipment for irrigation, […]

Internship: New England Wild Flower Society’s Nasami Farm Native Plant Nursery New England Wild Flower Society offers a 6-month native plant nursery propagation internship for 2013 at Nasami Farm in Whately, MA. The oldest plant conservation organization in the United States, the Society is a leader in regional plant conservation programs and native plant studies. […]

Ok people. I just want to say, if you are going to manage someone else's farm make darn sure you get: - Healthcare - Housing - Salary of at least a teacher/ non profit person ( 35-45k) - Farm owned vehicle to drive This is a big land, full of opportunity, so if you are […]

We're a grass-fed livestock farm in Central Arkansas run by our young family of four. We use humane, sustainable farming practices to produce artisan animal products for a niche market of quality-conscious customers. We are deep in the process of developing and expanding from a moderately profitable side-business to a full time enterprise.

another interesting opportunity in Washington State. Interested in becoming an Organic Farmer? Join our Organic Farm School program! Located in Washington State, the Organic Farm School (OFS) trains aspiring farmers to run successful, ecological and community-focused farms and uses its eight-acre organic farm as a real-world example and outdoor classroom. During the full-time, 7.5-month residential […]

Sarah and Evan at Dog Song Farm in Amery, Wisconsin seek an apprentice/intern for the 2013 season. We request a minimum commitment of April 1st through October 1st.  In 2013 we will raise meat (beef, lamb, chicken and possibly goose), eggs, honey, and vegetables for a 30 member CSA and local farmers' market. We are […]

SEEKING DAIRY/CHEESE MAKING APPRENTICE for 8-month position with James Ranch Artisan Cheese, an organic, 100% grass-fed cow dairy and cheese making operation in Durango, Colorado. Hands-on experience with all aspects of cheese production, including low-stress animal handling, milking, cheese-making, biological monitoring, marketing, financial planning, Holistic Management, and land stewardship. The James Ranch has been recognized […]

Glynwood Farm is seeking a livestock apprentice for the 2013 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 […]

Equinox Community Farm is currently accepting internship applications for the 2013 growing season. Equinox Community Farm is a small market farm and CSA located in Waunakee, WI just a twenty minute drive from downtown Madison. We raise a wide variety of vegetables as well as a number of herbs, raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries. We will […]

We are looking for a farmer to design and manage a new, two to three acre market garden operation on a beautiful Hudson Valley estate. This is a hands-on position with lots of autonomy and responsibilities. The applicant must be able to create and implement a business plan that allows the farm to be economically […]

PFP has an immediate opening for a Farm Manager capable of growing a rich array of produce while nourishing the productivity of our 10 acres of organically farmed (non-certified), fertile and well drained soil. The right candidate will enjoy growing for, interacting with, and supporting an active and committed CSA of 400 shareholders while orchestrating […]

Great Song Farm -- located in New York's Hudson Valley, across the river from Kingston and the Catskills --  is looking for an apprentice this coming season, April through November. Great Song Farm is a community centered farm, providing fresh vegetables for 90 member families through the summer and 25 families through the winter months through an […]

WASHINGTON (Dec. 5, 2012) – National Farmers Union (NFU) is now accepting applications for its 2013 Beginning Farmers Institute (BFI) program. The annual program, now accepting its third class of students, is open to individuals who are new to farming, are in the process of transferring an operation from a relative or non-relative to themselves, or […]

Blue Fox Farm, based in Applegate, Oregon, is currently looking for an Assistant Grower to join our team. We're looking for someone with 2-3 years of prior vegetable production experience that is looking to understand the fine details of running a 17 acre vegetable farm.  Ideally this would be a 2 year minimum position with […]

She is a tremendous, ambitious, super organized farmer, right near Rochester NY. Mud Creek Farm CSA has one paid position open at this time, for folks with a little bit of farming experience that they want to expand by farming full-time for a whole season. We pay minimum wage, $7.25/hr, and you are expected to […]

Side by Side Farm is accepting applications for 2 part-time interns for the 2013 season. Our farm is located in an idyllic setting, less than an hour’s drive north of Baltimore. This position would be perfect for persons looking to gain solid farming experience who are not yet able to commit to a full-time position. […]

Download the full job description HERE. http://www.portlandcsa.org/ Job summary: This position will manage a two-year, $65,000 USDA Specialty Crop Block grant, aimed at increasing new Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) memberships and retaining existing ones, in the Portland metro area. The project director will be expected to work independently in managing all aspects of the grant, […]

Family Farm in Hudson Valley Region of NYS offers a unique opportunity to an individual seeking a unique agricultural business opportunity. I grow several varieties of oyster and shiitake mushrooms year round in a controlled environment facility and sell through both farmers markets and higher end restaurants locally and south into Westchester County. I am […]

Download the details here: Greyrock Farm - 2013 Job Description. Greyrock Farm is a full-food, free-choice, year-round CSA. In addition to our CSA, we also have a weekly farm store and we sell to local restaurants. We raise pigs, lamb, chickens, and beef for meat. All slaughtering and butchering are done on the farm. We […]

La Semilla Food Center is seeking an experienced organic Farm Manager to oversee daily production operations of La Semilla Youth Farm. The Farm Manager will be responsible for ensuring diversified vegetable and fruit production of 3-5 acres in year one, with increasing production in subsequent years. The mission of La Semilla Youth Farm is to increase access […]

Penn State Extension Educator, Horticulture Penn State Extension, Schuylkill County is seeking an individual who will function as a team member of the Penn State Extension State Horticulture Team, working directly with statewide faculty and staff. The individual represents Penn State and the College of Agricultural Sciences in interpreting, applying, and disseminating the latest research […]

Some great opportunities on this Nebraska farm: Robinette Farms Apprenticeship Program Robinette Farms Crew Leader Position Robinette Farms is a small scale family farm in Martell, Nebraska. We grow 5 acres of vegetables without the use of chemicals and raise sheep, pigs, chickens and honeybees without the use of chemicals, hormones or antibiotics. Each summer […]

Are you already trawling ATTRA, Good Food Jobs, WWOOF, Local Harvest, and local farmers markets for producers you'd like to work for next season? Good. Good job. Well done being serious. There are so many resources out there for you.  Here's another internship program (in California) well worth knowing about: http://www.greenstringinstitute.org/internships.html

Job Posting -- Social Web Editor Looking for social web editor to join the team at Modern Farmer, a new print quarterly/website dedicated to farming and food. The magazine and digital brand will cover the "new food culture" -- telling stories about the technology, history, culture, trends, people, animals and issues relevant to the growing population of […]

Nonprofit land conservation organization seeks farm manager for well established community organic farm located in Amagansett, New York.  Five years of farming experience essential, including familiarity with sustainable agriculture practices, tractors and implements, and mechanical repairs.  Computer and interpersonal communication skills a plus.  Full time, competitive salary and benefits. Email resume and compensation expectations to […]

Cricket Creek Farm is a small grass-based dairy in Western Massachusetts. We make several award-winning artisanal farmstead cheeses from the milk of our herd of Brown Swiss and Jersey cows (currently milking about 25 cows).  We are looking for a dynamic team of 4-5 apprentices to join us for 2013-14. We have two types of […]

Aspen Center for Environmental Studies (ACES) seeks an Agriculture Manager at its Rock Bottom Ranch (RBR) site located in Basalt, Colorado.  This person will lead, influence and manage the agricultural operations at RBR in partnership with the second Agriculture Manager and with the oversight of the RBR Director. Rock Bottom Ranch is a place of […]

The Tilian Farm Development Center (www.tiliancenter.org) based in Ann Arbor, MI is now accepting applications for the 2013-2015 Farm Incubator Program. We are looking for experienced farmers with knowledge of organic and sustainable practices to start their farm business on our 44 acre farm center. Tilian offers land, water, access to shared equipment, mentorship, support […]

California FarmLink is excited about the progress our loan program has made in the last 2 years.  After several of making loans through a partner organization (California Coastal Rural Development), FarmLink secured its own Farm Service Agency guarantee in the Spring of 2011 and began the path to establishment as and independent farm lender.  Last Fall, […]

Executive Director,  Farm Manager/Educator – Emmaus, PA The Seed Farm is a new farmer training program and agricultural business incubator. Our mission is to start and grow new sustainable farms in the Lehigh Valley, and to facilitate the development of a vibrant local food system.  We are currently seeking applicants for Executive Director, Farm Manager/ Educator, […]

Many Fold Farm is looking for the right person to join our team! We have an opening for a full-time position as assistant cheese maker for the 2013 milking season. This is a paid position that begins around January 15 and ends around September 15 with the possibility of continuing on into 2014. We will […]

Full Details: www. grassworks.org Funded by the USDA, NIFA,  and  the University of Wisconsin-Madison's  School for Beginning Dairy and Livestock Farmers.

Brook Farm Project  is looking for a field vegetable/CSA Grower Educator to join our  team starting in   Jan 2013.  Primary responsibility: growing for all aspects of our field vegetable operation, including our CSA, regional Green markets, and our farm house food service.  Willingness to join our expanding diversified Educational farming operation. Qualifications: working knowledge of sustainable / regenerative growing practices, experience (3 to 5 […]

The East New York Farms! Project (ENYF) is hiring a Project Director. The Project Director will join a committed team of four full-time staff and over 100 active gardeners, market vendors, farmers, community educators, and youth interns. We are looking for a Project Director who can match their dedication to and excitement for our work, […]

Provider Farm is a diversified, biodynamic farm located in Salem, Ct. We grow 14 acres of vegetables for our CSA, farmer's markets and whole sale accounts. We also maintain a small heard of cattle for our grass-fed beef operation.. We believe that animal integration is essential for a sustainable farming system. Our goal is to […]

Stone Soup Institute is offering a winter semester to four students who are curious and adventuresome enough to explore the learning opportunities on a small homestead in coastal Maine. The major focus of this semester will be logging with the horses. Winter Semester: January 4, 2012 – March 31, 2012 learn more: http://www.stone-soup-institute.org/currentsemester.html

CEFS is offering a full-time, 12-month position.  The primary purpose of this position is to support the research and extension program of the Director of the Center for Environmental Farming Systems, including in the field, lab, greenhouse, and community. The individual in this position must be able to plan, design, conduct, and evaluate experiments that range […]