For sale 2016 BCS 852 with electric start 

 

Comes with 30inch tiller with the precision depth roller 

Also comes with a Rotary Plow attachment 

 

And two quick hitches for ease of implement changes 

 

Located in RUTLAND, VT $8000 OBRO 

 

I have between 5 and 10 purebred Clun Forest Ewes I am looking to sell. They are from 4 months to 6 years old and will range in price from $250-400. I have not dewormed since I purchased my original flock in 2020. I have really focused on self-reliant sheep that are good at maintaining body condition on marginal pasture. I do supplement with Green Mountain Feeds organic alfalfa pellets in order to move them and through the harder parts of winter as these girls spend winter outside with minimal shelter. They are up to date on their CD&T. All of my adult ewes lambed successfully and raised their lamb without help (even ewe lambs) this year 2023. Only reason I am selling is I am due at the end of this month, and our hay crop was down this year due to flooding. I have already culled fairly heavily in the past three years so every ewe I have now has been selected for health, worm resilience and overall great production characteristics. Would make a great starter flock or addition to an already established "naturally" raised flock. 

We are looking for someone to join our livestock crew. Basic responsibilities include daily livestock chores, egg washing, fencing, moving animals, broiler slaughter, and helping with farm building and cleanup projects. 

We are open to being flexible with hours. Some weekend hours are required.

This job also has the potential to transition into a management position, with the right candidate taking over day to day management of our layer flock.

 

   The ideal candidate should:

• Have some previous farming experience
• Be able to work efficiently
• Be comfortable interacting with a variety of farm animals
• Be able to work both solo and in groups
• Be willing to learn, but also be confident to take initiative with tasks
• Be able to work long hours on your feet, lift 50 lbs
• Have some familiarity with tools

We are willing to train the right candidate regardless of experience. 

100 Holstein Freestall Cows all stagesof lactation, with most due before December.   Closed herd over 30 years.  A.I. bred Vaccinated . No Johnes or Staph Aureus  Cows are calm and easy to work with.

Also have 40-50 preg Heifers  5 mo. to 8 mo.

 

The Intervale Center seeks an experienced, mission-driven Communications Manager to join our team and help tell the story of the Intervale. The Communications Manager will amplify the impact of our work in enhancing and supporting community food systems through strong branding and compelling storytelling via digital and print communications and press engagement. An ideal candidate has excellent written and verbal communication skills, proven experience developing successful communications plans and campaigns, and is proficient in digital marketing, social media strategy, and design software.

Intervale Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity of experience, background, and perspective to enrich our work.  Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.  The full job description with instructions on how to apply is attached to this email and can also be found at https://www.intervale.org/get-involved#employment-banner.

Ice House Farm is Hiring A Goat Milking and Care Specialist

 

Position: Goat Milking and Care Specialist

Location: Ice House Farm, Goshen VT

Type: Part-time

 

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, and patient individual to join our team as a Goat Milking and Care Specialist.  This position entails milking a herd of goats with meticulous care and attention, while also participating in various farm chores associated with daily routine goat care. 

About:

Ice House Farm is a small farmstead goat dairy and creamery located in the rolling hills of Goshen Vermont. Our farm is dedicated to fostering a sustainable environment for our goats while producing the highest quality milk for cheesemaking. Our milk is sold as fluid raw milk for cheesemaking to an award winning cheesemaker in Vermont, as well as being made into cheese in our farm creamery. We currently manage a herd of 80 dairy goats, and raise pastured whey fed pigs and a few steers each year.  Our milking parlor is a newly constructed double 8 pipeline system, featuring drop feeders, and clean in place units.  

 

Responsibilities:

- Milking a herd of goats in a low stress environment, paying meticulous attention to detail.

- Perform pre and post cleaning tasks of the milking parlor and equipment.  Following our milking SOPs.

- Perform necessary farm chores for pre and post milking.  

- Implement clean and hygienic practices while working with our goats and dairy equipment.

- Monitor and report any signs of discomfort or behavioral changes in the goats.

- Uphold the farm's commitment to animal welfare approved treatment of our animals.

- Participate in the overall improvement of farm processes and routines.

 

Qualifications:

- Passion for animals and food production.  

- Attentiveness to cleanliness and hygiene standards.

- Previous experience with livestock is preferred but not required.

- Ability to work independently and follow instructions effectively.

- Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude towards learning.

- Willingness to adapt to farm-specific routines and practices.

 

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

- Physical capability to handle tasks such as lifting, bending, and standing during milking shifts.

- Ability to work milking shifts on your feet in hot and cold environments.

- Must be able to understand and use milking pipeline equipment safely.

- Cleaning chemicals and sanitizers are used.

 

Compensation / Hours:

Pay: $18 per hour commensurate with experience

Part Time flexible hours to accommodate both the well-being of our goats and your schedule. Milking shifts typically last 2 - 2.5 hours. We are seeking candidates who can commit to a minimum of 2 milking shifts per week, with the opportunity for additional shifts as experience is gained. As a valued member of our team, you'll have the chance to contribute to the farm's success while finding a schedule that suits your availability and our goats' needs.

 

Benefits:

- Hands-on experience in sustainable farming practices.

- Flexible Schedule for Milking Shifts.

- Potential for growth and expanded responsibilities.

 

To Apply:

Please submit a resume and response to the question listed below to our hiring team in your cover letter: 

• Tell us about your favorite type of cheese and why (it’s okay if it's not goat cheese, we love all kinds of cheese!)

 

 [email protected]

The Rooney Farm is a 50 cow organic dairy located in Morristown VT shipping to Organic Valley. We have mixed breed cows and have been certified organic since 1998. Please e-mail, call, or text for details.

 

The Center for an Agricultural Economy (CAE), based in Hardwick, VT, seeks an Accounting Coordinator to support organization-wide accounting and financial systems. This role is tasked with all daily accounting tasks such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, and payroll, as well as supporting program and grant reporting. The Accounting Coordinator will assist with the overall maintenance of financial systems in compliance with applicable state and federal policies and GAAP principles. 

 

This position is a great match for someone good with numbers, comfortable with computers, enjoys solving puzzles, seeing the route through a problem to a solution, and creating and improving processes. As CAE grows, we are constantly improving and reinventing processes to address the needs of our clients and a growing organization.  This is not just another bookkeeping job.  This is a unique opportunity to be a very important part of CAE’s work on the ground and work directly with farmers, the folks driving the trucks, and the people creating the value-added products.  

JOB DETAILS 

Position: Accounting Coordinator 

Reports to: Financial Manager

Schedule: Monday-Friday 9-5, at least 50% of time on site in Hardwick

Compensation:  $45,000-$55,0000 annual salary at 40 hrs a week (option of a 32 hr work week)

Benefits: Paid time off, SIMPLE IRA, Qualified Small Employer HRA, Employer-paid short-term disability and life insurance, professional development compensation 

 

REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

• At least three years of accounting or bookkeeping experience
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite, particularly Excel
• Proficiency with Quickbooks Desktop preferred
• Familiarity with GAAP
• Experience with handling sensitive information with discretion

 

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

 

Accounts Payable (30%) 

• Process incoming bills and work with the Financial Manager to ensure bills are paid within terms
• Manage staff credit card access, coding, and payments  
• Process year-end 1099s
• Monitor and report on bank balances, working with the Financial Manager to transfer money between accounts as needed
• Maintain external relationships with vendors

 

Accounts Receivable (30%)

• Process weekly and monthly invoices for earned revenue from CAE’s enterprise programs
• Process ongoing receipt of donations and grants, and work with development staff to reconcile incoming contributions between systems
• Initiate the collections process for past-due accounts, and work with program managers to resolve
• Process weekly physical deposits of checks and cash and ongoing electronic payments
• Record Vermont Farm Fund loans disbursed and loan payments collected
• Maintain external relationships with customers and partners

 

Payroll (20%)

• Process biweekly payroll for ~30 employees through Quickbooks Payroll
• Track and pay biweekly and quarterly payroll liabilities and taxes
• Support onboarding of new hires and maintain an accurate roster of staff
• Process year-end W2s
• Support administrative staff with wage reporting for unemployment insurance, workers' compensation claims, etc

 

Reporting, Compliance, and System Development (20%)

• Support Financial Manager in developing grant applications and reporting, compiling materials for yearly financial audits, and building the yearly budget 
• Maintain and make regular updates to program budgets-to-actual
• Steward the Chart of Accounts and ensure consistency in financial recordkeeping
• Educate/engage with operational staff to improve financial literacy organization-wide
• Work with the Financial Manager to develop and implement improvements to finance systems in response to organizational change

 

 

HIRING PROCESS

A hiring team of CAE staff will lead the process. Selected candidates will have an initial phone interview, which may be followed by an interview and tour of CAE spaces.  Interview questions will be shared ahead of time. CAE is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals and will provide support in any way to ensure everyone's best experience in the hiring process. CAE will take the steps necessary to ensure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations during the interview process and if hired, subsequent employment. For accommodation inquiries, please contact our Admin Operations Coordinator at [email protected].

 

TO APPLY

Email [email protected] with your resume, cover letter, or letter of interest, and include ‘Accounting Coordinator’ in your email subject line. We’re interested to hear your thoughts on any life or work experience as it relates to this position. Applicants who go on to interview with us will also be asked to provide references. Our application deadline is Monday, September 18, 2023.  Initial interviews will begin by September 25th. Let us know if you have any questions!

 

Kitchen Staff — Full and part-time positions are available in our farm kitchen, September through December. The growing season on the farm provides a fantastic assortment of organic fruits and vegetables to work with daily! Read the full job description and apply here.

 

Farmstand Crew — In this role, you'll work primarily in the farmstand and will be trained to work in the Hello Café as needed. The ideal candidate will have a service-minded attitude, a friendly demeanor, and a strong interest in food, cooking, and local, organic agriculture. Read the full job description and apply here.