Introduction to Butchering II: Pork

Join us for VTSU CAFE's two-day intensive training on September 23rd-24th at Roma's Butchery in South Royalton, where we dive deep into the art of pork butchering. This hands-on workshop led by Elizabeth Roma will explore the intricacies of breaking down a pig and highlight the various cuts that are gaining popularity in both sausage production and high-quality meat markets.

Singing Cedars Farmstead is hiring, Organic Vegetable Production Seasonal Full and Part-time

Contact Name
Scott Greene
Details

Organic Vegetable Production Seasonal Full and Part-time (Orwell) 

Singing Cedars Farmstead 

Organic vegetable farm in Orwell, on Lake Champlain, is seeking lead growers to manage and assist in the end of Summer, beginning of Fall growing and transition to winter greens. Positions (8 to 12 weeks) are diverse including prepping, planting, growing, harvest, packing and delivery of summer and year around greenhouse crops. This is fun, sociable, "outdoor" work. Prior experience is preferred but the farm crew is trained in the methods of our farm. We offer competitive pay and a year around work position may be possible as well as seasonal housing. Couples welcome. 30 minutes to Middlebury, 40 to Rutland. Your work is valued by ourselves and the communities we serve. Thank you, contact Scott and Becky,  [email protected] .

Hiring for Aug-Nov, Farm Stand Retail Crew

Contact Name
Valerie Woodhouse
Details

Farm Stand & Greenhouse Retail Crew - Now Hiring!

24 - 40 hours per week
August - November

Job Overview: ​This team is the friendly face of our farm stand, providing helpful customer service, assisting in sales, restocking, and maintaining a clean, welcoming environment. Also assists in basic care of greenhouses.

Schedule: shifts vary within the following schedule:

  • Wednesday - Friday 9:45 am - 6:15 pm and Saturday - Sunday 9:45 am - 2:15 pm

​Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Perform sales and manage cash register
  • Provide outstanding customer service and assist customers in finding products that meet their needs
  • Answer questions about annual, perennial, and vegetable growing and gardening
  • Make and answer customer phone calls to record or respond to questions
  • Restock farm stand with organic produce and local food products
  • Keep sales areas clean and organized, manage presentation of retail products
  • Assist in other duties, including directing parking, carrying purchases to the car, plant care, etc

​Qualifications:

  • One year of customer service preferred, interest in local food and flowers required
  • Interest in farming, gardening, or local food preferred
  • Comfort with handling cash, credit, and debit sales
  • Comfort with using tablet for sales transactions
  • Ability to maintain positive demeanor with customers throughout interactions
  • Positive attitude, good sense of humor, patience, and determination
  • Reliable attendance and performance
  • Ability to work on a team and on independent projects
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Readiness to ask for help and clarification as needed
  • Detail-oriented and able to retain directions
  • Reliable attendance and performance
  • Ability to lift 30 pounds, do physically demanding work and repetitive tasks while standing and/or kneeling for 8 hours per day
  • Willingness to work outdoors or in a greenhouse in any weather
  • Valid ID and dependable transportation

Compensation & Perks:

  • Compensation is based on skill and - experience level, generally $14.50/hr - $15.50/hr
  • Paid sick days and unpaid personal days depending on schedule; after 1 full season personal time starts to be compensated
  • As many fresh, organic vegetables as you can eat!
  • Discount and staff-seconds on non-veg items at farm stand (including flowers, hot sauces, pickles, relishes, salsas, and more!)

To apply, complete the application on our website: https://www.honeyfieldfarmvt.com/farm-jobs

Hiring for Aug-Nov, Veg Production Crew

Contact Name
Valerie Woodhouse
Details

Vegetable Production Crew - Now Hiring!

40 hours per week (Full Time)  -or– 24 hours per week (Part Time)
August - November

Job Overview: The field crew is a small, energetic team that supports every aspect of organic vegetable production, from seed to harvest to wash, pack, and delivery. We value work-life balance, clear communication, and a work environment that is safe, supportive, and welcoming. If you are interested in learning about lean wholesale vegetable production, and community-focused sustainable agriculture, please apply!

Schedule:

Full-time: Monday - Friday, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm    --or–   Part-time: Mon, Wed & Fri, 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

Responsibilities & Duties:

  • Support vegetable production in all aspects of the farm, including seeding, transplanting, weeding, hoeing, harvest, washing, packing, and more
  • Be an active member of a small team to take on projects, solve problems, and work together
  • Harvest, wash and pack orders for 25+ local and regional wholesale partners
  • Cross-train and support other aspects of the farm
  • Specialized roles on the team include deliveries, basic tractor work and infrastructure maintenance, let us know if you have experience or are interested in these areas.

Qualifications:

  • Experience in farming, landscaping or other outdoor production work preferred
  • Strong time management skills
  • Positive attitude, good sense of humor, patience, and determination
  • Ability to work primarily with a team, as well as independently when needed
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ready to ask for help and clarification
  • Detail-oriented and able to retain instructions
  • Reliable attendance and performance
  • Able to lift 45 pounds, do physically demanding work and repetitive tasks while standing and kneeling for 8 hours per day
  • Willingness to work in greenhouses and outdoors in any weather
  • Valid ID and dependable transportation

Compensation & Perks:

  • Compensation is based on skill and experience level, generally $14.50/hr - $16.50/hr
  • Paid sick days and unpaid personal days (number of days depends on schedule); after 1 full season personal time starts to be compensated
  • As many fresh, organic vegetables as you can eat!
  • Discount and staff-seconds on non-veg items at farm stand (including flowers, hot sauces, pickles, relishes, salsas, and more!)

 

To apply, please complete the application found on our website: https://www.honeyfieldfarmvt.com/farm-jobs

Certified Organic Piglets

Contact Name
Zach Mangione
Details

Litter of 10 certified organic piglets are available.

Details:
7 males and 3 females. All pigs are 840 tagged and males are cut.

Born: 6/2/2024
Weaned: 7/22/2024
Dam: Farm raised Berkshire/Landrace
Sire: AI Berkshire/Duroc

Currently on pasture and free choice Morrison's Organic Swine pellet.

Located at Cross Farm in Barnet, VT.

There is the possibility to transfer already scheduled slaughter dates at NEK Processing with the sale.

Price starts at $145/head for minimum of two. Discount for larger lots.

High Quality Beef and Pork Processing in Springfield, VT

Contact Name
Rosie Kissel
Phone Number
(802) 886-8688
Details

Farmers and meat programs in the Northeast read on! And if you're looking for high quality beef and pork processing (harvest, fabrication, and value-added), let's chat. 

"Locally raised animals, humanely slaughtered and expertly butchered. This is the best meat we can eat.”

- Adam Danforth, butcher and author

Vermont Packinghouse is the Northeast’s craft meat processor connecting independent farmers and regional programs with discerning customers by providing superior products crafted with skill and heart. For over a decade, Vermont Packinghouse has offered USDA inspected, end-to-end processing services to independent farmers, programs, and brands. These services include humane slaughter, expert butchery, further processing into grinds and sausages, smoking and curing, claims and labeling assistance, and retail-ready packaging.

Under new leadership, VPH is partnering with brands and programs to create premium products by offering third-party verified humane handling, superior food safety, USDA grading, innovation and R&D services, and consultation on packaging durability and efficiency. Our hallmark retail-ready products include a range of portion cuts, thermopack grinds, patties, raw and cooked dinner and breakfast sausages, hams, and sliced bacon.

For more information, please contact [email protected] or visit www.vermontpackinghouse.com.

Farm Manager

Contact Name
Connie Pilbin
Phone Number
802-456-1590
Details

Successful Organic farm growing Chamomile, Calendula, Nettle, and Hyssop etc. In operation for 8 years in Calais, Vermont, seeking experienced farm manager. Responsibilities include planning, planting, and harvesting 20 acres in herbs with additional acreage in cover crops. Management includes overseeing all aspects of crop production/processing from greenhouse to field to harvesting and drying; oversight of experienced farmworkers; knowledge of farm machinery. Computer skills required, including Microsoft Office and data management. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Knowledge of Spanish is a plus. Salary starting at $65,000/year depending on experience. Housing Available. Position to start Fall 2024. For more information about our company www.fosterfarmbotanicals.com. Please send resumes to: [email protected]  

Vermont Farmers Looking To Buy Farmland

Contact Name
Ally Sterling
Andrew Stachiw
Phone Number
413-886-7759
Details

About our farm:

We are Ally and Andrew, the owners and operators of Delicious Dirt Farm & Apothecary in Fairfax, VT. We have been renting our home and farm in Fairfax since 2018. We run a no-till, hand-powered operation that exclusively uses organic seeds and practices. We intensively cultivate a 1/2 acre and have 4 high tunnels. Our sales channels are a 22-family CSA, Jericho Farmers' Market, and several well-established wholesale accounts. Our farming enterprises include vegetables, cut flowers, medicinal herbs, and a popular line of value-added products. Our dream is to find land where we can expand and diversify our farm to a minimum of 2-acres. We plan to plant an orchard, build more greenhouses & beds, establish perennial & biodynamic gardens, as well as grow our CSA & wholesale capacity. We want to continue supporting and cultivating community & climate resiliency with healthy food and soil.

Who we are:

In addition to farming, we both have other passions we pursue. Ally works as a community herbalist, full-spectrum doula, permaculture designer, and musician. Andrew is a photographer and a member of a worker co-operative where he focuses on worker co-op development and democratic workplace training.

What we are looking for: 

-3-5+ ACRES OF OPEN LAND OR PASTURE + FORESTED LAND
-PERC TESTED AND APPROVED FOR BUILDING
-SOUTH FACING LAND
-75 MINUTES TO BURLINGTON, VT
-WE ARE OPEN TO LIVING OFF-GRID
-WE ARE OPEN TO BUILDING A HOME, THOUGH IDEALLY THERE IS A HOME ON SITE
-WE ARE OPEN TO WORKING WITH THE LAND TRUST