FARM JOB: CAWSTON, BC - Grown Here Farms, Organic Farmer

Grown Here Farms in Cawston, BC is seeking a permanent Organic Farmer.

About Grown Here Farms

Organic vegetable production – 40 acres. Tractors. John Deere Potato Digger. Lee Schnucknik Onion Harvester. The farm is non-certified organic.

Puritan organic processes
High degree of ownership and accountability
High quality, organic produce
Work ethic
Our mission is IMPACT: To touch as many lives as possible with pure, organic, non-GMO produce

Desired Qualities

Work ethic
Responsible
Experienced
Excellent problem solver
Critical thinking
Works with irrigation, tractors and has general organic farm knowledge
Wants to make things better

Job Tasks

This role is a critical member of our team to facilitate the following:

organic farming – soil health, tilling, seeding, harvesting and ensuring high production standards are achieved and maintained;
equipment maintenance and management;
irrigation maintenance, management and repairs;
being a leader and setting an example for the team;
creating a positive work culture;
increasing efficiencies in processes and soil health;
ensuring adherence to WorkSafe and Food Safety guidelines/standards;
labour and harvest tracking;
organic certification records;
must be well organized and ability to prioritize well.
MUST have experience with organic vegetable farming, working farm equipment, tilling, seeding and harvesting of organic vegetables.

A high degree of ownership is a requirement – you need to be skilled, experienced, able to manage competing priorities and the demands and pressures of a high-functioning commercial organic operation.