Kentucky Farm Jobs
Quick Facts about Kentucky Agriculture Jobs
- Average Salary Range: $32,000-$47,000
- Major Cities: Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, Owensboro, Covington
- Primary Crops: tobacco, corn, soybeans, hay, and wheat
- Livestock Focus: cattle, poultry, and hogs
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Assistant Farm Manager
Midway UniversityMidway University is seeking a high energy, well organized, Assistant Farm Manager. We are a teaching farm and our staff, along with our Equine faculty...
- Location
- Midway, KY
- Date Posted
- 7 Jun 2025
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Farm Laborer in Rumsey, KY
Farbest Farms, Inc.WORK FOR THE BEST! Farbest Farms is looking for full time individuals interested in working at our Rumsey, KY Brooder Hub. We are hiring for...
- Location
- Rumsey, KY
- Date Posted
- 13 Mar 2025
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Agronomist in Somerset, KY
Warner Fertilizer Co, Inc.Full job description Job Overview: We are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated Agronomist to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background...
- Location
- Somerset, KY
- Date Posted
- 27 Dec 2024
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Assistant Farm Manager in Richmond, KY
Eastern Kentucky UniversityAssistant Farm Manager Eastern Kentucky University Title: Assistant Farm Manager Position Type: Fulltime Staff Search Type: Internal – minimum 5 days Department: 68R000 – University...
- Location
- Richmond, KY
- Date Posted
- 17 Dec 2024
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Precision Ag Lead in Owensboro, KY
Southern States CooperativeFull job description General Summary Provides sales support and technical assistance on the implementation and delivery of Southern States Cooperative (SSC) Precision Agriculture Programs at...
- Location
- Owensboro, KY 42301
- Date Posted
- 28 May 2024
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Customer Service/Agronomy Assistant in Tollesboro, KY
Rip’s Farm Center IncCompany Overview: Rip’s Farm Center is a leading agricultural supply company located in Tollesboro, KY. We specialize in providing high-quality products and services to farmers...
- Location
- Tollesboro, KY 41189
- Date Posted
- 18 Mar 2024
- Type
- Full Time
- Job
Crop Farm Manager in Springfield, KY
DCA Outdoor IncAre you an experienced Farm Manager seeking new opportunities in the agricultural industry, specifically in row crops? Do you have a passion for farming and...
- Location
- Springfield, KY 40069
- Date Posted
- 8 Jan 2024
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Farm Hand in Paris, KY
Rowrunner Farms LLCJob description Responsibilities: – Assist with various tasks related to farm operations, including planting, harvesting, and maintaining crops – Operate and maintain farm machinery and...
- Location
- Paris, KY
- Date Posted
- 4 Nov 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Farm Technician (Part-Time) in Frankfort, KY 40601
Kentucky State UniversityTITLE: Farm Technician DEPARTMENT: Cooperative Extension Program REPORTS TO: Farm Manager EFFECTIVE DATE: Position will Remain Open until Filled EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part Time (Approximately 20...
- Location
- Frankfort, KY 40601
- Date Posted
- 18 Oct 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Department Lead – Livestock/Ag in Glasgow, KY 42141
Rural King SupplyOverview: About us Rural King Farm and Home Store strives to create a positive and rewarding workplace for our associates. We offer opportunities for growth,...
- Location
- Glasgow, KY 42141
- Date Posted
- 1 Oct 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Extension Assistant for Agriculture and Natural Resources – Russell County in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyPosting Details Job Title Extension Assistant for Agriculture and Natural Resources – Russell County Requisition Number RE40669 Working Title Department Name 81E01: KCES Region East...
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 13 Sep 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Crop Advisor (Russellville, KY) in Russellville, KY 42276
SimplotThe J.R. Simplot Company is a diverse, privately held organization, with roots firmly planted in agriculture and agriculture-related businesses. The J.R. Simplot Company is a...
- Location
- Russellville, KY 42276
- Date Posted
- 11 Sep 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources – Woodford County in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyPosting Details Job Title Extension Agent for Agriculture and Natural Resources – Woodford County Requisition Number RE40490 Working Title Agriculture Extension Agent County Department Name...
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 7 Sep 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Student: Farm Hand & Property Assistant in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyPosting Details Job Title Student: Farm Hand & Property Assistant Requisition Number SE03770 Department Name 3J5SE: Student Employment Work Location Versailles, KY On Campus/Off Campus...
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 7 Sep 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Assistant Professor, Agriculture Education in Morehead, KY 40351
Morehead State UniversityPosting Details Job Title Assistant Professor, Agriculture Education Posting Number F00333P Type of Appointment FTF; Full Time Fixed Funding Information CIP Code 01.00 Agriculture, Agriculture...
- Location
- Morehead, KY 40351
- Date Posted
- 7 Sep 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Agriculture Communications Specialist in Hybrid remote in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyPosting Details Job Title Agriculture Communications Specialist Requisition Number RE41482 Working Title Web Content Specialist Department Name 81350:Agricultural Communications Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level...
- Location
- Hybrid remote in Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 29 Aug 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
STEPS CSA Farm Tech in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyPosting Details Job Title STEPS CSA Farm Tech Requisition Number TE07757 Department Name 81110:Horticulture Work Location Lexington, KY Salary Range $15/hour Type of Position Temporary...
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 26 Aug 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Equine Farm Manager in Midway, KY 40347
Midway UniversityMidway University is actively seeking a Farm Manager. We are a teaching farm and the farm manager will directly supervise three (3) farm staff as...
- Location
- Midway, KY 40347
- Date Posted
- 25 Aug 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Horse Farm Laborer in Lexington, KY 40510
Ball Homes, LLCJOB DESCRIPTION: We are in search of someone with at least two years of local experience with mares and foals. Experience with lay-ups is also...
- Location
- Lexington, KY 40510
- Date Posted
- 25 Aug 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Farm Worker in Bowling Green, KY 42101
Martin Cohron DBA Heritage FarmsGeneral farm workers will assist in any way they can and will have the knowledge of how a farm runs and what is needed in...
- Location
- Bowling Green, KY 42101
- Date Posted
- 25 Aug 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Agroforestry, Appalachian Region in Remote in Kentucky
National Center for Appropriate TechnologyThe National Center for Appropriate Technology or NCAT has been helping people build resilient communities through local and sustainable solutions that reduce poverty, strengthen self-reliance,...
- Location
- Remote in Kentucky
- Date Posted
- 24 Aug 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Sustainable Agriculture Specialist Livestock Grazing, Appalachian Region in Remote in Kentucky
National Center for Appropriate TechnologyThe National Center for Appropriate Technology or NCAT has been helping people build resilient communities through local and sustainable solutions that reduce poverty, strengthen self-reliance,...
- Location
- Remote in Kentucky
- Date Posted
- 24 Aug 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Breeder Manager in Brownsville, KY 42210
Perdue Farms, Inc.The Breeder Manager provides leadership, training and coaching to the Breeder operation through, but not limited to budgeting, personnel decisions, production programs, health and safety...
- Location
- Brownsville, KY 42210
- Date Posted
- 24 Aug 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Organic Farm Worker in Gravel Switch, KY
Rolling Fork Organic Farm IncRolling Fork Organic Farm Inc is a small business in Gravel Switch, KY. We are innovative. Our work environment includes: Food provided On-the-job training Safe...
- Location
- Gravel Switch, KY 40328
- Date Posted
- 8 Aug 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Research Farm Technician III in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyJob Description The College of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Horticulture Research Farm at University of Kentucky (UK-HRF) is seeking a full-time Research Farm Technician to...
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 22 Jul 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Dairy Farm Manager in Bowling Green, KY
Western Kentucky UniversityJob Description The Dairy Manager will be in charge of the day-to-day operations of the WKU Dairy/SmartHolstein Lab to include: animal care, health, and well-being,...
- Location
- Bowling Green, KY 42101
- Date Posted
- 13 Jun 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Farm Worker in Lexington, KY
Bryan Station FarmJob Description We are looking for a part time mower/weedeater/painter/laborer for outdoor farm work on a 360+ acre horse farm in north Lexington. Total hours...
- Location
- Lexington, KY 40516
- Date Posted
- 19 May 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Farm Worker in Olive Hill, KY
Smokey Valley FarmJob Description Feeding horses and cleaning stalls. Landscaping on the Farm. Operating Tractor, dozer and other equipment. Fence building and Repair. General Maintenance around the...
- Location
- Olive Hill, KY 41164
- Date Posted
- 10 May 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Agronomy Department Manager in Glasgow, KY
Southern States CooperativeJob Description The Department Manager – Oversees daily operations for one or more specific business area(s) at a Southern States Cooperative, Inc. (SSC) local farm...
- Location
- Glasgow, KY
- Date Posted
- 3 May 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Research Assistant Agronomy in Frankfort, KY
Kentucky State UniversityJob Description Under general supervision, manage, maintain and conduct field, greenhouse and laboratory experiments as defined by a particular project. Provide supervision and assistance to...
- Location
- Frankfort, KY 40601
- Date Posted
- 11 Apr 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Crop Advisor in Russellville, KY
SimplotJob Description This Simplot Grower Solutions role provides customer service to growers through the sale of crop nutrition, crop protection, seed, specialty, technology and other...
- Location
- Russellville, KY 42276
- Date Posted
- 7 Apr 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Vegetable Harvest Coordinator in Georgetown, KY
Elmwood Stock FarmJob Description The harvest coordinator position involves planning, communication, overseeing products and people, managing operations, and being a liaison between production and fulfillment. Leading a...
- Location
- Georgetown, KY 40324
- Date Posted
- 27 Mar 2023
- Type
- Seasonal
- Job
Farm Hand / Maintenance in Lexington, KY
Bryan Station FarmJob Description We are a 360+ acre horse farm in North Lexington. We are looking for a full time farm hand, for a temporary time...
- Location
- Lexington, KY 40516
- Date Posted
- 14 Mar 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Farm Management Specialist I in Lexington, KY
University of KentuckyJob Description POSITION IS LOCATED IN BOWLING GREEN , KY The University of Kentucky’s Department of Agricultural Economics is looking for a qualified individual to work one-on-one with local farmers in...
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Date Posted
- 6 Mar 2023
- Type
- Part Time
- Job
Farm Hand in Lexington, KY
CMJ Properties LLCJob Description The Farm Hand will be involved in farm maintenance, operating machinery, tending to livestock, maintaining the pastures, paddocks, pond, barns, and grounds, lawn...
- Location
- Lexington, KY 40516
- Date Posted
- 3 Mar 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
Is agriculture work physically demanding?
Agricultural work can be physically demanding, involving outdoor work in various weather conditions, lifting, and repetitive tasks. However, modern equipment and mechanization have reduced physical demands while creating opportunities for equipment operators and technical specialists.
Do I need experience to work in agriculture?
While experience is helpful, many agricultural employers provide comprehensive training for motivated individuals. Entry-level positions offer excellent opportunities to learn farming and ranching skills while earning competitive wages.
What are typical working hours in agriculture?
Agricultural work often follows seasonal patterns with longer hours during planting and harvest seasons. Many positions offer flexible scheduling, and seasonal work can provide opportunities for higher earnings during peak periods.
Are there opportunities for livestock work in Kentucky?
Yes, Kentucky has significant cattle, poultry, and hogs operations that provide steady employment opportunities for workers interested in animal husbandry and livestock management.
How can I qualify for specialized agricultural positions?
Specialized positions may require relevant experience, certifications, or training. Many employers provide on-the-job training for motivated candidates who demonstrate strong work ethic and learning ability.
What salary can I expect for Kentucky Farm Jobs in Kentucky?
Salaries typically range from $32,000-$47,000 depending on experience, with seasonal bonuses often available during peak periods.
When is the best time to find Kentucky Farm Jobs in Kentucky?
planting in spring (April-May) and harvesting in late summer to fall (August-October). Many positions offer year-round employment with seasonal wage increases.