Contact Name
Jonathan Cavanagh
Phone Number
6178173908
Email
Details
Join us in developing a 275-acre haven in beautiful Southern Vermont into a thriving, resilient food-producing landscape. We are seeking a passionate and skilled Farm Steward to partner with us in expanding our operations, with a strong focus on maple syrup production and diversified agriculture. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment for all and strongly encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply. This is a unique opportunity to build revenue-positive farming initiatives and shape the future of our farm, utilizing existing infrastructure and contributing to exciting new projects.
Our Farm:
- Maple Syrup: 35 acres of sugarbush, ready for 500 taps (potential for 3000). Refurbished 16x24 sugarhouse, equipment for immediate production. We are committed to incremental expansion.
- Established Infrastructure: 15 acres fenced, near-complete 30’x50’ conditioned barn/garage with bathroom, active 80-tree orchard, and 100’x100’ garden.
- Diversified Agriculture: Opportunities for vegetable production, orchard/berry management, log-grown shiitake mushroom cultivation, silvopasture development, and potential livestock (sheep, chickens).
- Wood Production: Sustainable forestry management, firewood processing, timber milling (Woodmeizer sawmill), brush chipping, and reforestation.
- Infrastructure Projects: Building a high-performance winter greenhouse with earth battery, root cellar, chicken coop, garden tool shed, sheep shed, and equipment canopy.
Responsibilities:
- Lead maple syrup production, including tapping, boiling, packaging, and expansion.
- Manage and develop existing garden and orchard operations.
- Implement and cultivate new revenue-generating agricultural initiatives.
- Maintain and repair farm equipment and vehicles.
- Contribute to infrastructure development projects.
- Participate in wood production activities.
- Manage livestock.
- Maintain farm grounds, trails, and access roads.
- Contribute to farm planning and revenue generating initiatives.
Valued Skills:
- Extensive maple syrup production experience.
- Strong mechanical and maintenance skills (including welding and chainsaw maintenance).
- Carpentry and construction skills.
- Regenerative farming knowledge.
- Food processing and storage skills.
- Experience with small engine repair.
Candidate Values:
- Honesty, integrity, and strong work ethic.
- Commitment to safety and quality craftsmanship.
- Excellent communication and organizational skills.
- Dedication to sustainable practices and resourcefulness.
- Timeliness and productivity.
Compensation:
- Open to various compensation arrangements, including potential for revenue sharing or profit-based incentives.
- Negotiable based on experience and contribution.