Joneslan Farm Goat Dairy Tour

Join us at Joneslan Farm, a goat dairy milking 800+ goats and shipping to Vermont Creamery. In 2020, owners Steve and Brian Jones transitioned their fifth-generation cow dairy to milking goats. Steve and Brian will discuss this transition and provide a farm tour, including time for questions and discussion.

Goat dairy producers of all sizes, those interested in starting or transitioning to goat dairy production, and agricultural service providers are all welcome!

Coffee and light snacks will be provided.

Joneslan Farm Goat Dairy Tour

Join us at Joneslan Farm, a goat dairy milking 800+ goats and shipping to Vermont Creamery. In 2020, owners Steve and Brian Jones transitioned their fifth-generation cow dairy to milking goats. Steve and Brian will discuss this transition and provide a farm tour, including time for questions and discussion.

Goat dairy producers of all sizes, those interested in starting or transitioning to goat dairy production, and agricultural service providers are all welcome!

Coffee and light snacks will be provided.

Administrative Coordinator

Contact Name
Christine Badalamenti Smith
Phone Number
8026600440
Details

The Intervale Center seeks a dynamic, mission-driven Administrative Coordinator with a passion for community food systems and a desire to grow into a long-term administrative role. The Administrative Coordinator supports the Center’s staff and Board of Directors to create a welcoming and highly productive organization. They are an invaluable conduit for information and direction that hold many aspects of day-to-day operations together. They greet visitors, process mail, manage office equipment and supplies, support the Executive Director and Board of Directors, coordinate staff scheduling and meetings, give tours, track volunteers, and accomplish other important tasks as needed. An ideal candidate has a minimum of two years of experience working in administration or similar capacity; excellent communication, public speaking, customer relations; strong computer skills; great time management and attention to detail; is self-motivated, conscientious, and proactive in anticipating needs; and can work in a busy environment with noise and interruptions.

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 complete 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.

Part Time Farm Worker - Dutchess Farm Castleton, VT

Contact Name
Stephen Chamberlain
Phone Number
(802)468-0202 or (802)558-9428
Details

Every season is an adventure in sustainable agriculture and the help our part time staff provides is essential.

Dutchess Farm has 2 part time openings on our vegetable farm in Poultney and Castleton. Help us plant, cultivate, weed, irrigate, harvest, wash and pack produce. Some farmer’s market shifts are also available.
We are looking for a couple of energetic folks who are quick learners and can do well in a production-oriented environment.

This is a great opportunity to learn all aspects of vegetable farming while being paid.

Job duties would include:
• Participate in planting operations, including running and maintaining irrigation systems, bed preparation, and transplanting seedlings and/or direct seeding
• Vegetable harvesting for local farmers' markets & CSA's
• Weeding
• Washing & sorting vegetables
Mechanical ability is helpful, but not necessary

An ideal candidate may possess the following skills and experience:
• Experience in vegetable farming
• Dependability
• Attentiveness to detail
• Team player; adaptable & collaborative
• Effective communicator
• An interest in agriculture and local foods
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

COMPENSATION : DOE $13.25 - $15.00/hr plus a vegetable farm share

Part Time Farm Worker - Dutchess Farm Castleton, VT

Contact Name
Stephen Chamberlain
Phone Number
(802)468-0202 or (802)558-9428
Details

Every season is an adventure in sustainable agriculture and the help our part time staff provides is essential. We work together to grow high quality food for our community and love to eat our vegetables. There are many exciting opportunities to learn and develop your farming skills, take home fresh veggies, and enjoy memorable experiences that are difficult to find working a 9-5 job.

Every day is different but our part time crew members can expect to be involved in all aspects of production including planting, weeding, harvesting, packing and bringing produce to market. Attention to detail, efficiency, good communication, and a good work ethic are the requirements of a successful crew member. Experience welcome but not required. A positive attitude and willingness to learn will take you a long way.

Dutchess Farm has 2 part time openings on our vegetable farm in Poultney and Castleton. Help us plant, cultivate, weed, irrigate, harvest, wash and pack produce. Some farmer’s market shifts are also available.
We are looking for a couple of energetic folks who are quick learners and can do well in a production-oriented environment.

This is a great opportunity to learn all aspects of vegetable farming while being paid.

Job duties would include:
• Participate in planting operations, including running and maintaining irrigation systems, bed preparation, and transplanting seedlings and/or direct seeding
• Vegetable harvesting for local farmers' markets & CSA's
• Weeding
• Washing & sorting vegetables
Mechanical ability is helpful, but not necessary

An ideal candidate may possess the following skills and experience:
• Experience in vegetable farming
• Dependability
• Attentiveness to detail
• Team player; adaptable & collaborative
• Effective communicator
• An interest in agriculture and local foods
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

COMPENSATION : DOE $13.25 - $15.00/hr plus a vegetable farm share

Farm Worker - Part time

Contact Name
Stephen Chamberlain
Phone Number
(802)468-0202 or (802)558-9428
Details

Every season is an adventure in sustainable agriculture and the help our part time staff provides is essential. We work together to grow high quality food for our community and love to eat our vegetables. There are many exciting opportunities to learn and develop your farming skills, take home fresh veggies, and enjoy memorable experiences that are difficult to find working a 9-5 job.

Every day is different but our part time crew members can expect to be involved in all aspects of production including planting, weeding, harvesting, packing and bringing produce to market. Attention to detail, efficiency, good communication, and a good work ethic are the requirements of a successful crew member. Experience welcome but not required. A positive attitude and willingness to learn will take you a long way.

We have 2 part time openings on our vegetable farm in Poultney and Castleton. Help us plant, cultivate, weed, irrigate, harvest, wash and pack produce. Some farmer’s market shifts are also available.
We are looking for a couple of energetic folks who are quick learners and can do well in a production-oriented environment.

This is a great opportunity to learn all aspects of vegetable farming while being paid.

Job duties would include:
• Participate in planting operations, including running and maintaining irrigation systems, bed preparation, and transplanting seedlings and/or direct seeding
• Vegetable harvesting for local farmers' markets & CSA's
• Weeding
• Washing & sorting vegetables
Mechanical ability is helpful, but not necessary

An ideal candidate may possess the following skills and experience:
• Experience in vegetable farming
• Dependability
• Attentiveness to detail
• Team player; adaptable & collaborative
• Effective communicator
• An interest in agriculture and local foods
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

COMPENSATION : DOE $13.25 - $15.00/hr plus a vegetable farm share

MARKETS & DELIVERY PROGRAM LEAD

Contact Name
Sam Ranger
Phone Number
802-785-4737
Details

MARKETS & DELIVERY PROGRAM LEAD
We are looking for an outgoing, ambitious, confident farmers market lead that will connect with guests, assist with answering questions and work with the retail manager to make the operation super efficient and fun.

ABOUT THE POSITION
The Markets & Delivery Program Lead is responsible for packing and delivering orders to drop off sites in Lyme and Hanover, as well as coordinating and attending two weekly farmers’ markets. This person will work closely with the Farm Retail Manager to organize & pack the truck with delivery and market products and produce. Together, they will meet and discuss ways to improve the process.

The ideal candidate for this position will have a service-minded attitude, a friendly demeanor, and a strong interest in food, cooking, and local, organic agriculture. Must be available to work a Tuesday to Saturday schedule.

Tentative Schedule:
Tuesday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Thursday 12:30 – 8:30 p.m.
Friday 12:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Saturday 6:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Order & Delivery Duties include:
Packing orders at the farm
Driving to drop off locations in Lyme and Hanover, NH
Keeping track of orders and payments

Farmers’ Market Duties include:
Loading and unloading the market van
Setting up and breaking down the farmers’ market booth and displays
Keeping produce displays well stocked throughout the market

General Duties include:
Greeting customers and helping them locate items
Answering questions about the products we sell, our growing practices, CSA, education programs, and farm policies. Directing customers to other departments or administrative staff to get their questions answered in a timely manner.
Ringing up customers and processing payments
Following food safety protocols
Maintaining a clean and presentable workspace

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Skills & Experience:
Knowledge of produce
Valid Drivers’ License and a clean driving record
Able to lift up to 50 pounds (totes filled with vegetables)
Able to handle money, make change, and operate scales

Desired Skills & Experience:
Passionate
Personable
Outgoing
Organized

COMPENSATION
This is a seasonal position, 30-40 hours per week from mid-April through October, with part-time hours in November and December. The Markets & Delivery Program Lead is an hourly position with benefits including sick time accrual, fresh produce, and a discount to our farmstand. Salary is $16-18/hr depending on work experience.

TO APPLY
Fill out an employment application below, or email a resume and cover letter to Sam Ranger, Farm Retail Manager, at [email protected]. Please notify us of all planned vacations in your application.

Milk with Dignity Organizing Tour: Richmond Free Library

Throughout the month of April, Migrant Justice will be on the road, connecting with supporters and taking action for Milk with Dignity. Join NOFA-VT & Audubon Society of Vermont for the final meeting of more than 50 organizing tour stops across seven states. Farmworkers and organizers will connect with audience members to share the successes of the Milk with Dignity program and help communities join the struggle for farmworker rights!

Milk with Dignity Organizing Tour

Throughout the month of April, Migrant Justice will be on the road, connecting with supporters and taking action for Milk with Dignity. We will hold more than 50 organizing meetings across seven states. Farmworkers and organizers will connect with audiences to share the successes of the Milk with Dignity program and help communities join the struggle for farmworker rights!

Fruit Tree Nursery Captain at East Hill Tree Farm

Contact Name
Nicko Rubin
Phone Number
8024547874
Details

Seeking a hardworking, motivated assistant for all elements of our small, regenerative, nursery and landscaping business.

East Hill Tree Farm provides the resources to empower the communities in the Winooski Valley and beyond to engage the landscape, enhancing the physical and spiritual vitality for all inhabitants. We offer landscape consultation, design, planting and pruning; we grow fruit and nut trees; and we operate a retail nursery and annual bare-root sale. We grow and work with a wide variety of edible and useful woody species and soil-building techniques to improve the health of our earth and our communities. We work and learn with a spirit of constant curiosity. We endeavor not to plant single trees, but to establish whole ecosystems, in which people play an integral role.

The assistant will work alongside the owner for many tasks, creating opportunities for both on-the-job-training and shared learning. The successful candidate will have a strong interest in the mission of the business, curiosity, and a drive to get work done efficiently.

Primary responsibilities include:
-Staff retail nursery, providing thorough, friendly assistance to customers.

-Package and check orders for spring bare root tree sale.

Prune fruit trees for shape, disease management, aesthetics and crop management at residences.

-Plant trees, shrubs and berry patches for customers following established protocols.

Drive company vehicles to jobs.

-Weed and maintain nursery beds and plantings.

-Maintain a positive attitude and reliable work ethic as part of a small team.


Desired qualifications:
Interest in trees, soil, farming or permaculture. Curiosity.

Motivated and able to work hard and get jobs done.

Reliable and a clear, positive communicator.

Interest and ability to take on greater responsibility and leadership for tasks or jobs.

Valid driver’s license, safe driving skills.
Attention to safety and health in all contexts.

Ability to lift 50 lbs repeatedly; ability to free-climb small trees.


There is a tremendous amount to see and learn in this position! There is some opportunity for the applicants particular interests and skills to shape the job. Work hours will vary seasonally and can also be adapted to the needs of the candidate. Pay begins at $17/hr with an opportunity for increases after one month.