Farm Job on Martha’s Vineyard

Posted on August 23, 2019 by Taylor in Employment, Farming, Sustainable Agriculture // 0 Comments

Farm Job on Martha’s Vineyard – Farm Crew Member – September 2019

The Farm:

Located on Martha’s Vineyard, Beetlebung Farm is a historic farm producing vegetables, herbs, flowers and berries on a 5 acre property. The farm uses regenerative practices and organic methods to grow consistent, quality produce for its community.

2019 was our first year on the farm and we are busy getting to know our piece of earth. We are in the process of renewing this iconic property which was farmed lovingly by 4 generations of the Fischer Family from 1961-2018, building infrastructure and soil that to support a small-scale, biologically diverse, organic farm.

Farm Job on Martha’s Vineyard – Position Description:

We’re seeking a farm crew member to be an integral part of our field crew for the duration of the 2019 growing season. Field tasks are mostly done by hand and will include weeding, irrigating, cultivating, harvesting, washing and general field maintenance. We’re looking for someone who is eager to learn, a good team player and willing to work hard to get the task done and to have fun doing it.

Farm Crew Member Responsibilities:

Harvesting
Post harvest handling: washing, sorting, packing, delivering
Fieldwork: planting, weeding, mulching, maintenance and more
Stocking and upkeep of our farm stand
Help with farmers markets, and occasional on-farm events

Skills and Experience:

1-2 years experience working on a producing farm
Ability to hustle and to thrive under pressure
Physically capable of all farm labor tasks (comfortably lift 50 lbs)
Excellent work ethic; passionate about farming
Comfortable working collaboratively and independently
Valid driver’s license

We’re looking for someone to start in September and work through the fall. Housing will be provided on the farm, with additional compensation based on experience. If you are interested in a farm job on Martha’s Vineyard and would like to join the Beetlebung Farm team, email us your resume, cover letter, and references with contact information to info@beetlebungfarm.org.

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