Job description
Apprentices will learn about CSA vegetable farming by participating in all aspects of farm operations. This will include seeding and transplanting; weeding and cultivating, including the use of riding and walk-behind tractors; harvesting; washing and packing vegetables; and distribution to our members, among other tasks. Apprentices will have nearly limitless opportunities to learn new skills and hone old ones. In addition to an hourly wage, a room in on-site shared housing as well as vegetables will be provided. For more information, view the full apprenticeship brochure at https://sistershillfarm.org/apprenticeship
About us:
Sisters Hill Farm is a beautiful, 400+ member vegetable CSA located in the Hudson Valley. Now entering our 26th year, we are seeking 3 apprentices for the 2024 season. Apprentices will take part in all aspects of the farm, from seeding and transplanting, to tractor work, to harvest and customer relations. We take pride in being well organized and get great joy out of the beauty of the fields, the quality of what we produce, and the efficiency with which we gather and distribute it to our community. Over the past 25 years, we have grown and shared more than 1.85 million pounds of high quality organic produce on less than 5 acres. We are able to attain this level of production because we are keenly focused on creating systems that fit our particular site, customer base, and—importantly—our temperaments.
To apply, send the following to shfarm@optonline.net
1) Please address these questions:
a) Tell us about yourself: your interests, your long-range plans, why you want to work on a farm.
b) What do you hope to learn?
c) Are you capable of long days of physical labor, often kneeling?
d) Any special considerations we should know about (diet, health)?
e) Do you have any previous related work experiences?
f) Tell us what you think of our program, our policies, and how you would fit into our farm.
g) When would you be available? Any flexibility?
2) Please include a resume.
3) Please provide 3 references we can contact regarding your learning and work style.