The field day will get underway at 10:00 a.m. sharp with a tour of the farm and many of its research plots and experiments. Growers will get an update on ongoing and innovative crop and soil research trials, and UVM researchers will share highlights from their research at the farm. After lunch, from 1:30 p.m.
Registration is now open through August 23 for UVM Extension's Vermont Master Composter course, designed to teach the basics of backyard composting.
Topics to be covered include compost ecology, benefits of composting, site design & management, compost systems & tools, using compost, community composting, volunteerism, and Vermont recycling policies.
Join us for our in-person on-farm Annual Crops & Soils Field Day at Borderview Research F
We have two Holstein cows available, one due in July and one on service for early next year. Registered and classified GP and VG. Low SCC and healthy! We also have jerseys and heifers of both breeds that could possibly available as well. Give us a call or email!
Champlain Valley Hops is seeking Harvest Crew Members from mid-August through late September. Come join our team!
Hop harvest is kind of like launching a rocket; there is a lot of careful planning, it goes by really fast, and you only have one chance to get it right. Each of the nine hop varieties we grow has a unique harvest window. When we determine that a variety is ready for harvest, bines are cut down in the field and brought to our own site processing facility where hop cones are picked, sorted, dried, baled, and moved into cold storage.
We're seeking hard working individuals to join our harvest crew starting mid-August. The harvest crew will assist in loading our picking and sorting machines and doing quality control on sorted hop cones. Some crew members will load and unload drying bays and will be responsible for baling dried cones. All of this work will take place in our on farm processing facility in Starksboro, VT.
Like most agricultural jobs, hop harvest requires long work days and physical, repetitive work. While farming experience is always helpful, it is not required for this position. We will consider any applicant that is hard working, has a positive attitude, and believes they have the physical ability and endurance to do the work.
Hours can vary depending on the weather and cone readiness. Work days average 10 hours (starting at 7 am) and we operate 5-6 days/week for our ~40 day harvest period.
JOB REQUIREMENTS / DESIRED SKILLS
COMPENSATION: Hourly - $18.00
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Please send a resume and explanation as to why you are interested in this position to [email protected].
Website: ChamplainValleyHops.
Head over to Middlebury Wednesdays from 4pm to 8pm and Saturdays from 9am to 12pm!
The Midd Summer Market features farmers and artisans from Addison County and music by some of Vermont’s best artists.
This family friendly market also includes a kid zone that features sensory activities and yard games that the whole family will love!
Farm Manager
Butterworks is seeking an organized and professional leader to manage all aspects of the farm. This is an excellent opportunity. Butterworks is a farm in transition that aims to grow, evolve and remain a Vermont Organic Dairy tradition. The ideal candidate will have a deep passion for organic agriculture and animal care. This role is essential to making the most important ingredient in Butterworks supreme line of dairy products. If you are hard-working and a positive leader, we want to hear from you.
Position Details
Work with Harvest Lead to secure nutritious feed from high yield hay fields and pastures
Work with Herd Lead to ensure animal health and reproductive success
Plan and manage rotational grazing AND winter housing for optimal cow health and milk production
Be fully emersed in all aspects of harvest and animal care
Operate tractors and heavy equipment
Milk cows and provide medical attention
Keep records for Federal, State and Organic inspections
Lead a caring and passionate team
Ensure equipment is in good working condition and properly maintained
Strategize and build efficiencies to lower the cost of milk production
while maintaining Butterworks values for herd care and soil health
Track and order farm supplies
Onboard and train staff to ensure protocols are followed and the team is safe
Build and maintain relationships with other farms, vendors and customers
Occasional representation at marketing events, conferences and seminars
Work with ownership to strategize and meet key targets
Requirements
0-5 years of dairy experience – will train the right person
Genuine appreciation for animals and the land
Positive disposition
Exceptional references
Good work ethic
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills
Able to focus and make decisions in stressful situations
Mornings, nights and weekends required
Able to lift 50 pounds
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